A case has been filed in connection with the attack on a convoy of the Anti-discrimination Student Movement’s March for Unity in Bagerhat’s Mollahat upazila. Hridoy Gharami, a representative of the movement, lodged a complaint on Thursday, naming 74 individuals and 45 to 50 unidentified others as accused. Among the accused, Kalu Farazi, a transport worker in the Madrasaghat area, has been identified as the prime suspect, said Mollahat Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Md Shafiqul Islam. Five individuals—Mostaq Munshi (45), Abdur Rahman, Ujjwal Sarkar, Sabbir, and Hanif—have been arrested in connection with the case and were sent to the Bagerhat Chief Judicial Magistrate Court. Police have launched a raid to arrest the remaining suspects, the OC added. The incident occurred around 11:30 am on Tuesday when a dispute broke out between the convoy of students and the staff of a bus in the Madrasaghat area over giving way. Students motorcade comes under attack in Bagerhat; 20 injured Following this, the students’ vehicles were attacked, with stones and bricks thrown at them. Several students were physically assaulted, leaving at least 20 injured. The clash caused the Khulna-Dhaka highway to remain blocked for nearly two hours as the confrontation escalated into a chaotic scene.

In response to a call from the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, thousands of students and people from various regions of the country gathered for the 'March for Unity' at the Central Shaheed Minar in the capital. Participants arrived in groups from districts such as Rangpur, Patuakhali, Chattogram, Natore, Panchagarh, Sirajganj, and others, starting early in the morning. By 3:00 pm, they were seen marching and chanting slogans, even from the Dhaka Medical College area. The Shaheed Minar premises were filled with slogans including "Delhi or Dhaka," "Struggle, Struggle," "Injustice will drown in the flood of blood," "Action, Action, Direct Action," and "We Demand the Trial of Killer Hasina." Speakers from the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement declared, "Our struggle is not over. The bloodstains of the martyrs have not dried yet, and some are trying to rehabilitate autocracy. Whenever we try to free the country from fascism, certain individuals and groups, disguised as intellectuals, oppose us. We will resist them if necessary." Students gather at Shaheed Minar for ‘March for Unity’ in support of July proclamation While volunteers worked to maintain a peaceful atmosphere, some disputes occurred as many people were not allowed to enter. However, the overall situation remained calm. The Anti-Discrimination Student Movement had announced that the Proclamation of the July Revolution would be proclaimed at the Shaheed Minar today (Tuesday). But confusion arose when the interim government stated that they would read out the proclamation, leaving uncertainty over whether the event would take place as planned. Earlier, at a press conference held at their office in Banglamotor at 1:45 am on December 30, the movement announced that the 'March for Unity' would take place at the Central Shaheed Minar at 3:00 pm today.

Thousands of students and people from across the country began gathering at the Central Shaheed Minar since morning to participate in the 'March for Unity' programme. The event, organised by the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, aims to support the interim government’s initiative to draft a declaration recognising the July uprising based on national consensus. Participants, carrying national flags, were seen gathering near the venue, while organisers made final preparations, including stage arrangements and last-minute sound checks. Groups of people arrived from various parts of the city, chanting slogans such as "Mujibbader Thikana, Ai Banglai Hobena," "Delhi na Dhaka, Dhaka Dhaka," "Shesh Hoini Juddho, Abu Sayed Mughdo," and "Azadi na Golami." CMP issues 13 guidelines for 31st night celebrations in the port city Organisers expressed the hope that the event will draw a crowd of 500,000 people. Meanwhile, Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner SM Sazzat Ali visited the venue to check the security initiatives and gave the direction to handle the situation with utmost sincerity. Historical Context and Significance Arif Shohel, Member Secretary of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, emphasised the importance of the July Declaration in honouring the sacrifices of martyrs and wounded victims, as well as reflecting the people's aspirations. Speaking about the initiative at a press conference, he said, “The proclamation of July revolution is essential as recognition of the sacrifice of thousands of martyrs and wounded victims, and as a document of people's aspirations.” “Despite various challenges, we, the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, took on the responsibility of formulating and declaring this historic document on behalf of the students and people of Bangladesh,” he added. Proclamation of July revolution postponed, 'March for Unity' today Highlighting the public response, he noted, “As a result of our initiative, there has been a spontaneous and positive response among the students and other people of Bangladesh. In this context, at the call of people including students an initiative has been taken from the government to formulate the July Declaration based on national consensus.” He urged people to maintain their enthusiasm and participate actively in the programme, scheduled to begin at 3:00 pm. Government Support and Future Steps Abdul Hannan Masud, Coordinator of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, expressed optimism about the government’s agreement to the July Declaration, saying, “We have initially achieved victory. The government has given its consent regarding the proclamation of the July revolution. The proclamation will come from our government, but that doesn't mean our gathering will stop.” The press conference announcing the event was also attended by members of the Jatiya Nagarik Committee. Govt to prepare declaration of July uprising: CA’s Press Wing Historical Reflections The declaration is expected to draw parallels to the Proclamation of Independence announced on April 17, 1971, which upheld the principles of equality, human dignity, and social justice. Organisers plan to evaluate significant events from history, including 1947 and 1971, and provide insights into why various movements failed to fulfill their aspirations. With the overwhelming support and participation of the people, the ‘March for Unity’ is set to be a historic event, reinforcing the call for unity and justice in Bangladesh.