Historic Sardar Bari damaged after being rented to Coke Studio
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A portion of the historic Sardar Bari in Sonargaon, Narayanganj, was damaged after it was rented out to Coke Studio Bangla for a shoot. This has sparked anger among locals and heritage activists, who are demanding immediate repairs.
- The historic Sardar Bari inside the Sonargaon Folk Art and Crafts Museum was rented to Coke Studio.
- Parts of the ancient structure were damaged during the movement of shooting equipment and set construction.
- Local residents and heritage enthusiasts have expressed anger and demanded immediate restoration.
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The century-old historic Sardar Bari, located in Sonargaon of Narayanganj, was rented out to Coke Studio Bangla for a shoot. However, after the shoot concluded, it was discovered that parts of this ancient building had been damaged. The damage to one of the country's most significant archaeological sites has sparked intense anger among locals and visitors.
According to local sources, the Sardar Bari was restored to its original glory a few years ago at a cost of millions of taka. Recently, Coke Studio Bangla rented the premises for a musical shoot. Allegations have surfaced that careless handling of heavy shooting equipment and set construction led to the damage of the building's intricate artwork and walls.
Following the incident, a wave of criticism has swept through social media and various platforms. Heritage enthusiasts argue that renting out historical sites for commercial purposes and causing damage to them is completely unacceptable. They have demanded an immediate investigation and action against those responsible.
The museum authorities stated that they are taking the matter seriously and steps are being taken to repair the damaged portions quickly. However, conscious citizens believe that commercial shoots at historical sites should be banned in the future to protect the country's history and heritage.
“Historical sites are an integral part of our national identity and culture. Extreme caution should have been exercised before allowing them to be used for commercial or entertainment purposes. Renting out a sensitive archaeological site like Sardar Bari and the lack of supervision points to a major oversight by the authorities. Stricter policies are needed to prevent such incidents in the future.”
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