The national poet of Bangladesh, Kazi Nazrul Islam, was born on May 24, 1899 (11 Joiṣṭhyô, 1306 in the Bengali calendar). Known as the Bidrohi Kobi (Rebel Poet), his birthday is annually celebrated in Bangladesh and among Bengalis worldwide as "Nazrul Jayanti," often observed on May 25th in various cultural programs.
- Birth Date: May 24, 1899
- Birthplace: Churulia, Burdwan District, Bengal Presidency, British India (now in West Bengal, India)
- Alternative Name/Nickname: Bidrohi Kobi (Rebel Poet), Dukhu Mia
- Usage Examples: His birthday is celebrated with recitals of his poems and songs, academic programs by schools/universities, and national tributes at his mausoleum in Dhaka.
- Synonyms of the Day: Nazrul Jayanti, National Poet's Birthday, Kazi Nazrul Islam's Birthday.
Nazrul was recognized as the national poet of Bangladesh in 1972 after moving to Dhaka, where he passed away on August 29, 1976.