Dhaka: Leader of the Opposition in Parliament Dr Shafiqur Rahman today emphasized that the essence of the July movement was to establish a discrimination-free and justice-oriented Bangladesh. He articulated these sentiments while addressing a discussion with the families of individuals who were killed or injured during the July Mass Uprising.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the event was organized collaboratively by the Dhaka North and Dhaka South units of Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami at the Institution of Diploma Engineers, Bangladesh (IDEB) in the capital. Dr Shafiqur Rahman, who also serves as the Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer, reaffirmed his party's unwavering commitment to this vision, highlighting their steadfast support for the movement's goals since its inception.
During the event, the party's Secretary General, Mia Golam Parwar, underscored the significance of the sacrifices made by the martyrs, asserting that their contributions would not be forgotten. He remarked on the bravery of even the youngest who gave their lives in defiance of an oppressive regime, ensuring that their sacrifices would not be in vain. Parwar vowed that Jamaat-e-Islami would persist in its relentless pursuit to realize the aspirations of these martyrs.
Md Nurul Islam Bulbul, MP, who is a member of Jamaat-e-Islami's Central Executive Council and serves as the Ameer of its Dhaka South unit, presided over the event, which served as a platform to honor and reflect upon the enduring impact of the July movement.