Bangladesh is observing the "July Mass Uprising Day" today, marking two years since the fall of the Hasina-led fascist government amid a student-led mass uprising that reshaped the country`s political landscape.
To commemorate the occasion, the government, political parties and socio-cultural organisations have taken various programmes to honour the sacrifices of those including students who took to the streets against misrule and autocracy.
The day`s observance includes the placing of wreaths, processions, discussions, cultural performances and other commemorative events across the country, highlighting the significance of the historic occasion.
Acting President Hafiz Uddin Ahmed, Bir Bikram and Prime Minister Tarique Rahman have issued separate messages marking the day.
In his message, Acting President Hafiz Uddin Ahmad, Bir Bikram, called for building a discrimination-free, democratic, accountable and justice-based Bangladesh in line with the sacrifices and aspirations of the martyrs and the injured of the July Mass Uprising.
He said, "Let us all, inspired by the spirit of the great July Mass Uprising, remain united in building a democratic, justice-based, humane, discrimination-free and happy-prosperous new Bangladesh. At the same time, let us work together to realise the dreams, ideals and aspirations of the martyrs who sacrificed their lives in the great Liberation War and the Mass Uprising."
On August 5, 2024, the prolonged discriminatory and fascist rule came to an end in the face of the united resistance of unarmed students and people, while the fascist government was forced to flee the country amid overwhelming public outrage, the message reads.
He extended his heartfelt greetings and congratulations to the valiant July Warriors and all patriotic citizens on the second anniversary of the uprising.
The Acting President remembered thousands of heroic martyrs who laid down their lives in the movement, including Abu Sayed, Mugdha, Wasim, Yamin, Farhan, Nafiz, Taim, Naima, child Riya Gop and Ahad with profound respect and gratitude.
He also expressed his deep respect and sincere sympathy for the July fighters who were permanently disabled during the movement. "The nation would remember forever their rare sacrifice, immense courage and extraordinary contributions, which would remain an eternal source of inspiration," he said.
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