Khulna University held a photo exhibition titled “Gonoabhuthan 24 in Newspaper Pages” to present the memories, struggle and sacrifices of the July mass uprising to a new generation. The Communication and Journalism Discipline organized the daylong event on Wednesday at the university’s central cafeteria premises, marking July Mass Uprising Day.

The exhibition featured photographs of key moments from the uprising, including different stages of the movement, spontaneous participation by students and the public, protests, resistance and sacrifice. Teachers, students and people from different walks of life visited the exhibition and viewed the photographs throughout the day.

Student organizers said the images were not only memories but important historical documents, and that preserving significant events was part of journalism’s responsibility. The university vice-chancellor highlighted the media’s role in preserving historical events and presenting them to younger generations. Organizers said the exhibition aimed to preserve the uprising’s course of events, highlight the media’s historical role, and foster historical awareness and responsibility among students.