Thousands Rally In Dhaka To Honor July Uprising And Fallen Protesters

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 Thousands gathered in Dhaka on Tuesday for a “March for Unity,” commemorating the student-led uprising five months ago that ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and mourning the more than 1,000 lives lost in the violence.

Remembering the Uprising

The Students Against Discrimination (SAD), the group at the forefront of the protests, chose not to push for constitutional changes at the rally after the interim government announced plans to draft a proclamation.

The proposed "Proclamation of the July Revolution" aims to honor those who gave their lives or were injured in the uprising and to reflect the people's aspirations for a more equitable future. Some political analysts had warned that uncoordinated efforts to amend the constitution could lead to further instability.

Interim Government Promises

Muhammad Yunus, Nobel Peace Prize laureate and leader of the interim government, expressed commitment to drafting a "Declaration of the July Uprising." This document, focusing on unity, state reform, and the uprising’s goals, is intended to garner national consensus. Yunus’s administration assured the public that the declaration would be finalized soon.

A Nation’s Grief

Students traveled from across the country to attend the rally, joined by families of those killed during the unrest. Many carried the national flag and chanted slogans condemning Hasina’s regime.

“My son Shahriar, a ninth-grade student, was killed during the protests,” Abul Hasan tearfully shared with the crowd. “Our tears will never stop, this pain will never end.”

The uprising began as a protest against public sector job quotas but quickly escalated into a nationwide movement against Hasina’s government.

A Turning Point in Bangladesh’s History

The turmoil reached its zenith on August 5, when violence forced Hasina to resign and flee to India, just before protesters stormed her official residence. With over 1,000 fatalities, it was the deadliest period in Bangladesh since the 1971 war of independence.

An interim government was formed to stabilize the country and prepare for elections, with student representatives included in its ranks.

Path Forward

Muhammad Yunus has indicated that elections could take place by the end of 2025, offering hope for a new chapter in Bangladesh’s history while acknowledging the immense sacrifices made by those who fought for change.


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