Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:26am on 04 Jun 2025,Wednesday International
On June 1, 2025, Bangladesh's interim government, led by Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus, introduced redesigned currency notes that omit the portrait of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the nation's founding father. The new 20-taka note features the 18th-century Kantajew Temple in Dinajpur, a Hindu temple that survived a 2015 bomb attack and was the site of communal tensions in 2024. The reverse side showcases the Paharpur Buddhist Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This shift from political figures to cultural landmarks signifies a move to depoliticize national symbols and promote Bangladesh's diverse heritage. (PC: Getty Images)
