Today marks the first anniversary of the July Mass Uprising, observed with solemnity and reverence across Bangladesh through various events. Here’s a glimpse of the commemorative activities captured in images:
A July Memorial has been established at Shahbag intersection in the capital, symbolizing the sacrifices of the uprising. Shahbag, Dhaka, August 5.
2. Victory Procession by Artists
The Bangladesh Artists’ Parliament organized a victory procession featuring various motifs of the July Mass Uprising. In front of the Faculty of Fine Arts, Dhaka University, August 5.
3. Construction at Mass Grave Site
Construction work, including the installation of walls and tiles, is underway around the mass grave of the martyrs of the July Uprising. Rayerbazar Cemetery, Dhaka, August 5.
4. Artists Perform in Harmony
Artists gathered to sing in unison as part of the July Mass Uprising Day events. *Manik Mia Avenue, Dhaka, August 5.
5. Documentary Launch at an event, a documentary titled Blood-Stained Highway: Jatrabari Massacre was released. Asif Nazrul, Advisor to the Interim Government on Law, Justice, and Parliamentary Affairs, delivered a speech, Dhaka, August 5.
6. Unity Procession by Retired Armed Forces Members, Students, and Public
A unity procession titled “Retired Armed Forces Members–Students–Public Unity March” was held to mark the anniversary. *Mohakhali, Dhaka, August 5.
7. White Group Rally at Dhaka University
Dhaka University’s White Group organized a rally to commemorate the July Mass Uprising. Aparajeyo Bangla, Dhaka University, August 5.
8. Tributes at July Martyrs’ Memorial in Rangpur
The newly constructed July Martyrs’ Memorial saw tributes from the administration, social, civic, and cultural organizations. *New Engineerpara, Rangpur, August 5.
9. Procession at Begum Rokeya University
A procession was held to mark the anniversary of the July Mass Uprising. *In front of the Administrative Building, Begum Rokeya University, Rangpur, August 5.
10. Cycle Rally in Khulna
Volunteer for Bangladesh and the Khulna Cycling Committee organized a cycle rally to observe July Mass Uprising Day. *Shibbari Intersection, Khulna, August 5.
11. Tributes at July Martyrs’ Memorial in Rajshahi
People from various professions offered floral tributes at the July Martyrs’ Memorial. *C&B Intersection, Rajshahi, August 5.