First anniversary of July Uprising marked in New Delhi

The Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi on Tuesday commemorated the first anniversary of the July Uprising that led to the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s autocratic government on August 5 last year.

The event began with the reading of official messages from President Mohammad Shahabuddin and Chief Adviser of the interim government, Professor Muhammad Yunus.

In his message, President Shahabuddin emphasised the need to “uproot fascist roots” and fully realize the spirit of the July movement to build a “happy and prosperous Bangladesh.”

Chief Adviser Prof Yunus remarked that the sacrifices made during the uprising would be meaningful only if the country is transformed into a “truly public welfare state.”

Two documentaries chronicling the events of the July movement were screened during the program, according to a media release issued by the High Commission.

Dr. Nabila Idris, a commissioner of the Commission of Enquiry on Enforced Disappearances, addressed the gathering via a pre-recorded video message in which she shared her experiences supporting student protestors on the frontlines.

Bangladesh’s High Commissioner to India, M Riaz Hamidullah, described the July Uprising as a “completely spontaneous” movement that paved the way for a new vision of Bangladesh.

Faisal Mahmud, Minister (Press) at the High Commission, also addressed the audience.

The event, held at the Mission’s Maitri Hall, was attended by Bangladeshi students from various educational institutions in India.