Dhaka: Jahangirnagar University Journalists’ Association (JUJA) today screened a documentary on the July 2024 mass uprising and unveiled its commemorative souvenir ‘Arunodoy,’ highlighting the campus movement and preserving its historical significance. The programme was held at the university’s Senate Building at around 2:00 pm, with Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr Mohammad Kamrul Ahsan attending as the chief guest.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, JUJA President Mehedi Mamun presided over the event, while executive member Soikat Islam moderated the programme. Addressing the event, JU Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr Mohammad Kamrul Ahsan emphasized the importance of documenting movements through photographs and writings to preserve history and inspire future generations. He recalled past movements against administrative irregularities at the university, noting that JUJA members faced harassment but remained committed to truth and professional integrity.
Pro-VC (Academic) Professor Dr M Mahfuzur Rahman highlighted the university’s role as a strong center of protest during the mass uprising, adding that such initiatives would educate the new generation about history and foster awareness. JUJA adviser Professor Dr Saleh Ahammad Khan remarked that journalism extends beyond instant news reporting to preserving the history of time, society, and movements, describing Arunodoy as a successful effort in that direction.
Prominent attendees included Treasurer Prof Dr M Abdur Rab, JUJA Adviser Prof Saleh Ahmed Khan, and Executive Director of Sharif Metal Limited Mohammad Tanvir Alam. The event also saw participation from acting Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences Prof Dr Md Shamsul Alam, acting Dean of the Faculty of Biological Sciences Prof Mafruhi Sattar, Professor Dr Kh. Lutful Elahi of History Department, and Professor Dr Md Abdul Halim of Botany Department.
Student representatives present included JUCSU VP Abdur Rashid Zitu, GS Md Mazharul Islam, JUJA General Secretary Abdullah Al Mamun, Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal JU unit Convener Jahir Uddin Mohammad Babor, Member Secretary Wasim Ahmed Anik, Islami Chhatra Shibir JU unit President Muhibur Rahman Muhib, Jatiya Chhatra Shakti JU unit President Zia Uddin Ayaan, and General Secretary Nadia Rahman Annesa, along with over a hundred students.