BRAC Bank's Chuadanga reading café discusses 'Nandito Naroke'
BRAC Bank Reading Café's Chuadanga chapter engaged in a critique discussion of Humayun Ahmed's classic debut novel, Nandito Naroke.
The discussion was held at the bank's Chuadanga Branch on September 15, 2024.The group of reading enthusiasts, in a monthly reading circle, delved deep into the storyline and were moved by the protagonist's agony in a stereotypical Bangladeshi society. In 'Nandito Naroke,' the writer explores the challenges faced by a middle-class family due to their mentally unwell daughter.
The discussants, bankers by profession and avid readers by passion, were captivated by the unique way of storytelling, portrayal of middle-class hardship and social prejudices presented by Humayun Ahmed in his maiden work, ushering his grand entry into Bangla literature.
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The bank's MD and CEO Selim R.F. Hussain commented: "At BRAC Bank, we believe that group reading and discourse foster a culture of learning and critical thinking and enhance the sense of camaraderie among our co-workers. Literature opens doors to diverse perspectives and life lessons invaluable to personal and professional growth. I am happy to see literary initiative is spreading and inspiring more colleagues."
The initiative's popularity has sparked a broader movement within the company, with co-workers across various districts starting their reading circles. This expansion is largely attributed to the desire for continuous learning and the establishment of intellectual communities that contribute to personal development and mutual understanding.
In October 2024, Chuadanga readers will take a literary exploration of Abu Ishaque's masterpiece 'Surja Dighal Bari'.
