Teachers, students, and staff of Jahangirnagar University gathered on Tuesday morning at the university’s Shaheed Minar to sing the national anthem, celebrating the establishment of a democratic government following the fall of 17 years of authoritarian rule. The event was organized and supervised by Professor Shamima Sultana, director of the Institute of Comparative Literature and Culture, and saw spontaneous participation from across the campus community.

Speakers including JAKSU Vice President Abdur Rashid Jitu, Professor Shamima Sultana, and Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Kamrul Ahsan described the occasion as a symbolic renewal of national unity and commitment to building a just and inclusive Bangladesh. They emphasized participation beyond political and religious divisions, recalling past struggles for democracy and equality. The vice-chancellor paid tribute to those who sacrificed their lives in the 1971 Liberation War and the 2024 uprising, linking the anthem’s performance to a renewed pledge for a better nation.

Senior faculty members, administrative officials, and student leaders from various organizations attended the event, underscoring a collective aspiration for a peaceful and democratic future.