Memories

Bangladesh's Monsoon Revolution

The Monsoon Revolution of 2024 spanned 36 rain-soaked days when students and citizens of Bangladesh rose against injustice and discrimination. Amid storms, tear gas, and bullets, the protests reached their tragic peak on August 5, leaving young lives lost but a new social consciousness awakened. Grief turned into resilience as families and communities vowed that the sacrifice would not be in vain. The monsoon became both witness and mourner, etching the uprising into the nation’s memory as the seed of democratic renewal.

Glimpse Oral Histories

An oral history collection documenting the martyrs and survivors of the July Uprising 2024.

Archive Date: April 12, 2026

Maulana Khubaib Ahmad, a young Islamic scholar, teacher, and writer, dedicated his life to faith, knowledge, and service. Through the memories of his family and loved ones, this documentary explores his values, aspirations, and sacrifice during the July Uprising of 2024, reflecting the courage and conviction that continue to inspire many today.

Archive Date: April 11, 2026

Mohammad Kalam, a tea seller and father, lost his life during the July Uprising of 2024 while searching for his daughter amid the violence in Mirpur. Through the memories of his wife and daughter, this documentary reveals his kindness, sacrifice, and unwavering devotion to his family, reflecting the human cost of Bangladesh’s struggle for justice and change.

Archive Date: April 7, 2026

Alif Ahmed Siam, a 15-year-old student with dreams of becoming a pilot, was killed during the July Uprising of 2024 while participating in the “March to Dhaka” program. Through the memories of his parents, this documentary reveals his aspirations, courage, and the profound loss carried by his family, reflecting the human cost of Bangladesh’s struggle for justice and change.

Archive Date: April 7, 2026

Tahir Zaman Priyo, a young participant in the July Uprising of 2024, is remembered through the memories and testimony of his mother. Her story reflects a son’s ideals, a family’s sacrifice, and the enduring impact of those who stood for justice and democratic change in Bangladesh.

Archive Date: January 9, 2026

Nur Mohammad, the rickshaw driver who carried wounded student Golam Nafiz during the July Uprising of 2024, became part of one of the movement’s most iconic moments. His courage and humanity in the face of violence reflect the resilience and sacrifice of ordinary citizens during Bangladesh’s struggle for democracy and justice.

Archive Date: November 23, 2025

Faisal Ahmed Shanto, a young student from Chattogram and an early martyr of the July Uprising of 2024, stood fearlessly for justice and equality. His courage, sacrifice, and unwavering conviction live on through his family and community. His story reflects a generation’s struggle against state violence and their enduring hope for a free, democratic Bangladesh.