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The government has withdrawn its earlier decision to observe August 8 as ‘New Bangladesh Day’. Instead, it has declared August 5 as ‘July Uprising Day’ and July 16 as ‘July Martyrs’ Day’. These decisions were made during an Advisory Council meeting on Sunday, June 29.
Previously, on June 25, the government had announced August 8 as ‘New Bangladesh Day’, July 16 as ‘Shaheed Abu Sayeed Day’, and August 5 as ‘July Uprising Day’. Separate circulars were issued by the Cabinet Division for the observance of these three days.
According to the earlier circulars, August 8 was designated as ‘New Bangladesh Day’ to be observed annually as a Class B national and international day. Similarly, July 16 was declared ‘Shaheed Abu Sayeed Day’ under Class B, and August 5 was announced as ‘July Uprising Day’ under Class A. Relevant ministries, departments, and organizations were instructed to ensure proper implementation of these decisions.
Under the new decision, the observance of August 8 as ‘New Bangladesh Day’ has been revoked. However, the declarations of July 16 as ‘July Martyrs’ Day’ and August 5 as ‘July Uprising Day’ remain unchanged. These days will be observed to honor the martyrs of the mass movement and to highlight the significance of the people’s uprising.
The government’s decision has sparked fresh discussions in the country’s political and social spheres. The initiative to commemorate the sacrifices of the martyrs and the significance of the mass movement is expected to have a profound impact on public sentiment.
