What Happened on January 11, 1972

Day of the Week: Tuesday

Historical Events


Event of interestEvent of Interest

Abu Sayeed Chudhury becomes President of Bangladesh and Sheikh Mujibur Rahman premier

Founding Father of Bangladesh Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Founding Father of Bangladesh
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
  • East-Pakistan becomes independent state of Bangladesh

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