Historic 7 March observed at JU

 

 

JU Live: The historic 7 March, a memorable day in the history of Bangalis' long struggle for freedom was observed at Jahangirnagar University (JU) campus on Saturday amid widespread enthusiasm and in a befitting manner.

On this day in 1971, Bangabandhu, the undisputed leader of Bangali nation, had delivered his epoch-making speech of independence before a mammoth rally at the historic Race Course Maidan, now Suhrawardy Udyan, in Dhaka.

On October 30 in 2017, the UNESCO recognised the historic 7 March speech by Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman as a world documentary heritage.

Marking the day, Teachers-Students Centre of Jahangirnagar University displayed a documentary on Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and his historic speech around 6.00 pm at central cafeteria premises on the campus.This documentary highlighted various aspects of Bangabandhu’s life.

JU Pro- VC Professor Dr. Nurul Alam inaugurated the program while treasurer of the university Professor Sheikh Md. Monzurul Huq, acting registrar Rahima Kaneez, director of TSC Professor Md. Alamgir Kabir, Professor Sohel Ahmed of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology department and Associate Professor Dr. Muhammad Sayadur Rahman of Public Administration department were present, among others.

Earlier, leaders and activists of Bangladesh Chhatra League of Jahangirnagar University unit placed floral wreath at the 'Portrait of Bangabandhu' adjoining to JU Bangbandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman hall at about 12 pm.

Dhaka 07 March (campuslive24.com)//bic

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