Welcome to 'Chattla Kanya' Shahana Hanif.
Hakikul Islam Khokon
Shahana Hanif, the first Muslim and the first Bangladeshi-born American city council member to make history in the New York City Council, mentioned the topic of winning the second term with a large number of votes and said that for the past four years, the progressive thinking people have had to constantly fight with the city mayor for the rights and dignity of the people. She said that in the coming JanuaryHopefully, that problem will go away after Zohran Mamdani, the first Muslim mayor to win by a huge margin, has sparked an awakening across America. Because, like me, Mamdani is a person who is inspired by progressive thoughts. Who did not hesitate to identify himself as a Muslim.
Shahana Hanif also said in a welcome gathering given by the Chittagong Association in New York on Sunday evening, November 23, that Bangladeshis areA pioneer in the growing community. It was also visible in the last election. By continuing this dynamic in politics, we must pave the way for the realization of our American dream in this multi-ethnic society. And this process of entering the ballot battle is one of the ways to strengthen their position in American society.
Expatriates are not allowed to be elected in the same seat for more than two terms according to the existing rulesIn view of the invitation, Shahana Hanif said that it will be decided after the four-year period of the last term whether to fight for the position of City Controller or Mayor or Congress or any other seat. But I have dedicated myself to public service, which I like very much. Pray that the rest of my life I can be with people honestly.
Shahana Hanif also mentioned, taxi driver, deliveryman,I stand by all the movement-fights for the fair wages of the restaurant workers. Most recently, a Brooklyn restaurant received nearly three million dollars for assisting several Bangladeshi workers in an ongoing legal battle to collect back wages.
In addition, Shahana's office is also working for victims of President Trump's immigration crackdown. Advice on housing and tenant and landlord issues is also essentialProvided by experts in the respective sector.
On the occasion of the re-victory of Shahana Hanif, the son of Chittagong and former president of Chittagong Association in North America, Shahana Hanif, President of Chittagong Association Abu Taher presided over the rally and Secretary Ariful Islam Arif moderated it.
Apart from Chittagong, prominent people from different districts were present in it. At this time ShahanaHanif was presented with a crest along with the announcement that he was named an 'Honorary Member' of the association. At this time, it was informed that earlier the lifetime honorary membership of the Chittagong Association was given to world renowned economist late Professor Nurul Islam, Nobel Prize winner Professor Muhammad Yunus. After that, Shahana Hanif was felicitated by Bangladesh Society, the largest social organization in the New York area, to a huge round of applause.in
In addition to calling Shahana as Bir Chatla's fire daughter, the founder-president of this association MA Rahim, former president Kazi Azam, president of 'Abdul Quader Mia Foundation' engaged in the service of humanity spoke at this time. Abdul Quader Miah, President of Sandwip Society Feroz Alam, Mainstream Politician Khorshed Khandkar, Bangladesh Society Officer Lion Ahsan Habib,Jahangir Suhrawardy, member secretary of USA Jasya, Abu Taleb Chowdhury Chandu, leader of USA Jatiya Party, cultural organizer Sahabuddin Chowdhury Liton, community leader Shamsul Alam Chowdhury, Morshed Rizvi, Mizanur Rahman Jahangir, Nooral Anwar, Shrabani Singh CPA, Bangabandhu Foundation Secretary Kamal Hossain Mithu, journalist Labloo Ansar, business leaders. Lutful Karim and others.
Speakers express determinationThat everyone will rise above partisanship to fulfill the American dream and will always be awake as Shahana Hanif's supporting force. All have pledged to make Bangladesh more glorious in this multi-ethnic society by keeping the truth that united power is never defeated.
It should be noted that Shahana Hanif, who was born in New York, spent some time in Patia, Chittagong, the birthplace of her parents, to familiarize herself with the Bengali language and Bengali culture.stayed And in this way there is no problem in presenting yourself as an authentic Bengali. It should also be mentioned that Shahana's mother Rehana Hanif has always encouraged and inspired her in this wonderful rise.