Unforgivable: Rupali Ganguly slams Bangladesh for demolishing Satyajit Ray's home
The demolished house, situated on Harikishore Ray Road, originally belonged to Satyajit Ray's grandfather, Upendra Kishor Ray Chowdhury, a renowned figure in Bengali literature. After the Partition of India in 1947, the property was taken over by the Bangladeshi government and served as the Mymensingh Shishu Academy until 1989. Over time, the house fell into neglect and disrepair, and was recently cleared to make way for a new semi-permanent government facility.However, many believe that, despite its condition, the home should have been preserved as a monument to Ray's legacy. The creator of cinematic masterpieces like 'Pather Panchali', 'Charulata', and 'The Apu Trilogy', Satyajit Ray is not only revered in India but also globally for his contribution to world cinema.The Indian government has also weighed in on the matter. In an official statement, the Ministry of External Affairs urged Bangladesh to reconsider its decision and proposed turning the property into a museum. India has even offered assistance in restoring the house as a tribute to Ray's life and work.- EndsMust Watch
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