The highly anticipated Proclamation of the July Revolution will be unveiled at Dhaka's Central Shaheed Minar on Tuesday at 3 PM, marking a pivotal moment in Bangladesh’s history. This proclamation aims to articulate the aspirations, goals, and proclamation for the nation’s future while formally rejecting the 1972’s ‘Mujibist’ constitution and deeming the Awami League politically irrelevant.
The proclamation will be presented before representatives from diverse societal groups, including tea-labors, advisory council members, and participants in the mass uprising. It seeks to legitimize the people’s struggle and outline a vision for a new, inclusive Bangladesh.
Hasnat Abdullah, convener of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, emphasized the urgency of the event, stating, “Better late than never.” He emphasized that the declaration would reflect the collective sacrifices of over 2,000 martyrs and 20,000 wounded during the mass uprising.
“This document institutionalizes the dreams of a historically deceived generation and demands justice,” Abdullah said. He condemned the Awami League as a “Nazi-like party” guilty of political oppression and highlighted the manifesto’s commitment to rejecting outdated systems and envisioning a new socio-political order.
Sarjis Alam, chief organizer of the National Citizen’s Committee, described the proclamation as a roadmap for justice and reform. “It will reject the failed systems of the past and pave the way for a future aligned with the true aspirations of our people,” Alam said.
In response to allegations of conspiracy, Abdul Hannan Masud, chief organizer of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, criticized “fascist structures” attempting to undermine the legitimacy of the uprising. He declared, “We will openly confront these forces on December 31.”
Masud noted that representatives from all walks of life—tea workers, farmers, laborers, expatriates, and cultural activists—will join the declaration to symbolize unity and solidarity.
Meanwhile, Shafiqul Alam, Press Secretary to the Chief Adviser, clarified that the government has no role in this initiative, calling it a private endeavor. “We are observing it from a neutral standpoint,” he stated, with Deputy Press Secretary Abul Kalam Azad Majumder adding that the content and implications of the proclamation remain unclear.
As the nation awaits the Proclamation of the July Revolution, anticipation builds for a manifesto that promises to reshape Bangladesh’s future. With its unveiling, the Central Shaheed Minar will once again stand as a witness to history in the making.
Bd-pratidin English/ Jisan
