July Martyrs’ Day was observed in Khulna on Thursday, 16 July 2026, with solemn tributes and commemorative events. Family members of July martyrs, freedom fighters, government officials, and political leaders placed floral wreaths at the Shibbari Martyrs’ Memorial. The ceremony was attended by the Divisional Commissioner Abdullah Harun, Range DIG Mostafizur Rahman, Police Commissioner Mohammad Zahidul Hasan, KCC Administrator Nazrul Islam Manju, and other senior officials.

A discussion and prayer session was later held at the Khulna District Shilpakala Academy auditorium, with Khulna-1 Member of Parliament Amir Ejaz Khan as the chief guest. He stated that the current government is implementing the commitments of the July Charter and working in favor of the referendum’s “yes” campaign. He emphasized that Bangladesh’s democratic movements evolved through long struggles against oppression and that today’s representatives enjoy the freedom to express their views.

The event, presided over by Divisional Commissioner Abdullah Harun, was attended by senior police and administrative officials, as well as representatives of political and social organizations.