Unveiling the street name, Council Member Shekar Krishnan, who is also the New York City Parks and Recreation Committee Chairperson, tweeted, “Bangladesh Street” is more than a name. Shaheen, Editor of the long-standing popular Bangla newspaper, ‘Thikana’. NY City Council Member Shekar Krishnan unveils ‘Bangladesh Street’ sign amidst slogans of ‘Joy Bangla’ at a special ceremony held on Bangladesh’s Independence Day March 26, 2023. The proposal became a decision (INT 89) at the February 16th meeting of the City Council. Council Member Krishnan had met his colleagues and city officials regarding the proposal. Many members of the community had long been wanting for a place in Jackson Heights to reflect the vibrant Bangladeshi community and have requested Council Member Krishnan since he started in office. Getting a street renamed takes a long time. Asians of every Asian country live in this area,” Shaheen said. “It is called the intersection of Queens. The street also hosts several cultural and community activities. “It is a street that never sleeps,” said Shaheen. 73rd Street in Jackson Heights is Bangladeshi business area. Shaheeen, editor of ‘Thikana’, the well-known Bangla newspaper, told Desi Talk that March 26 was the 52nd anniversary of Bangladesh’s independence, and the unveiling of the street named ‘Bangladesh Street’ was appropriately held on that occasion. State Senator Michael Gianaris, State Assemblymember Steven Raga, State Assemblymember Catalina Cruz, State Assemblymember Jessica González-Rojas, and City Council Member Linda Lee.
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