BGMEA University of Fashion and Technology held a commemorative programme to honour the memory of a martyred in the July uprising, Md Selim Talukder, a BUFT alumnus, at the BUFT auditorium in Dhaka on Thursday.聽
The programme was graced by the presence of Selim鈥檚 father, Md Sultan Talukder, as honorable guest, said a press release.
The events began with a visit to the recently inaugurated memorial plaque commemorating Selim Talukder. The special guests then formally opened the newly established Shaheed Selim Talukder Central Library and visited a photo exhibition highlighting significant moments from his life, legacy and the historic July uprising.
The main segment of the programme commenced in the auditorium with a recitation from the Qur鈥檃n, followed by the national anthem and a one-minute silence in honour of the the martyrs.
Attendees also watched a documentary showcasing the contribution of private universities to the July uprising, followed by a welcome address from Professor Ayub Nabi Khan, acting vice-chancellor of BUFT.
A documentary dedicated to the life and sacrifice of Selim Talukder was screened at the event.
Following this, speeches were delivered by the guests, family members of the martyr, alumni, teachers, as well as participants and injured in the July uprising.
Speakers paid tributes to Shaheed Selim and expressed their hope that his supreme sacrifice would continue to inspire efforts toward building a just and discrimination-free society in the country.
The event concluded with a gift presentation ceremony followed by a prayer session.
BUFT鈥檚 treasurer, registrar, deans, faculty members, staff, a large gathering of students, and well-wishers were all present to pay their respects and honour the legacy of martyred Selim.