History of Sylhet

Table of Contents

Introduction

• Brief overview of Sylhet's geographical location

• Significance of Sylhet in South Asian history

Early History

• Prehistoric and ancient settlements in the Sylhet region

• Emergence of the Srihatta Kingdom

Srihatta Rajya (Sylhet Kingdom)

• History, culture, and governance of the Sylhet Kingdom

• Notable rulers and dynasties

• Trade and cultural exchanges during this period

Colonial Era

• Sylhet under British colonial rule

• Socio-economic changes and the impact on the region

• Role of Sylhet in the tea industry

Partition of India

• Events leading to the partition in 1947

• Division of the Sylhet between India and East Pakistan (now Bangladesh)

Post-Independence Period

• Sylhet's role in the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971

• Socio-economic development in Sylhet after independence

Culture and Heritage

• Traditional music, dance, and art forms of Sylhet

• Historical landmarks and architecture

• Cuisine and traditions of the region

Modern Sylhet

• Contemporary issues and challenges

• Sylhet region

• Economic developments, including remittances from the Sylheti diaspora

• Tourism in Sylhet