Prime Minister Tarique Rahman checked on the health of Mitu, a fighter injured in the July mass uprising, at an event in Sher-e-Bangla Nagar in the capital on August 5, 2026. Mitu joined the programme directly from a hospital bed as the July Uprising Day event was held. The prime minister called Mitu over and spoke with the injured fighter.

Rahman asked about Mitu’s physical condition and the progress of treatment. He also expressed respect for Mitu’s courage and sacrifice during the July mass uprising. Mitu, who was injured in the July uprising of twenty-four, remains under treatment and attended the event as an invited guest despite ongoing illness.

Earlier, the prime minister formally inaugurated the July Mass Uprising Memorial Museum. He later attended a discussion meeting titled “July 36.” The meeting between the prime minister and Mitu created an emotional atmosphere among those present at the event.