Southeast University hosts “Atmo Tyager Chetonay Agamir Bangladesh”
Southeast University (SEU) organised a commemorative event titled "Atmo Tyager Chetonay Agamir Bangladesh" to honour the martyrs and injured victims of the anti-discrimination student movement, including four martyrs from the university. The event took place on Saturday at the university's Multipurpose Hall.
Mr. A.F. Hasan Arif, Advisor to the Interim Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh for the Ministry of Land and the Ministry of Civil Aviation and Tourism, attended as the Chief Guest, while SEU's Vice-Chancellor, Professor Dr. Yusuf Mahbubul Islam, presided over the programme.
Barrister Sheikh Mahdi, Prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal and Advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh graced the occasion as the Special Guest. Mr. Rezaul Karim, Chairman of the Southeast University Board of Trustees, attended as an Honorable Guest. Notable speakers included Arif Sohel, Member Secretary of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement; Rifat Rashid, Executive Committee Member of the Movement; Tuhin Khan, Writer and Member of the Jatiya Nagoric Committee; and Syed Abdullah, Activist and Political Analyst.
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Professor Dr. M. Mofazzal Hossain, Pro-Vice-Chancellor of Southeast University, and Professor Dr. Farhana Helal Mehtab, Dean of the School of Arts and Social Sciences and Convener of the Event Organising Committee, also addressed the audience with inspiring words. Family members of the martyrs were present at the event and were honoured with mementos presented on behalf of the university.
Speakers reflected on the sacrifices made during the anti-authoritarian movement and highlighted the importance of building a future Bangladesh free from inequality. They called on the student community to take a vigilant role in upholding justice and preserving the legacy of the martyrs.
The event was attended by the Registrar, Treasurer, Deans, department heads, faculty members, administrative staff, and students. It concluded with a vibrant cultural performance by SEU's cultural teams, leaving a lasting impression on the attendees.
