National Citizen Party-NCP convener and opposition chief whip Nahid Islam said activists used to wait for Jagannath University processions during the July movement. He made the remarks as chief guest at a discussion and prize-giving event at the university’s central auditorium on 28 July, marking the second anniversary of the July mass uprising. The Jagannath University unit of Jatiya Chhatra Shakti organized the event, titled “July Mass Uprising: From Spark to Continuing Revolution.”

Nahid praised Jagannath University students’ role in the uprising and remembered those killed and others who made sacrifices. He said the institution’s students had played leading roles in nearly all democratic movements in Bangladesh but had not always received proper recognition. He also stressed the need to develop and modernize the university, saying its central location enables talented students from across the country to study there.

Families of those killed and injured, teachers, students, and representatives of political and social organizations addressed the meeting. Speakers called for a discrimination-free Bangladesh, an end to political repression and violence on campuses, and united work to fulfill the aspirations of July. The university proctor said the banned Chhatra League would not be allowed to return to campus.