Dhaka, Sep 15 (V7N) – Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus invited a US delegation to explore the graffiti art in Dhaka, presenting them with a book featuring images of this artwork created during the recent student-led revolution.

The art book showcases graffiti from the July-August protests, which were created by students and young people on the walls of Dhaka and other cities. These artworks, which emerged during the protests against the government, capture the emotions, hopes, and aspirations of the participants.

During the meeting at the State Guesthouse Jamuna, Prof Yunus highlighted the significance of the graffiti. He requested the delegation to observe these artistic expressions, noting that they were not created merely as a response to the revolution but were actively painted during the protests despite opposition from government forces.

According to the chief adviser's press team, Prof Yunus commissioned the book shortly after assuming his role as head of the interim government. He emphasized how Dhaka's walls were transformed into a powerful canvas by young artists, who used them to convey strong messages of resistance and hope.

The graffiti, which turned Dhaka into a "Graffiti capital," included slogans and poetry reflecting the spirit of the revolution and a vision for a more equitable Bangladesh. Prof Yunus recounted how the students, despite lacking resources for paint and brushes, received widespread support from the community to bring their messages to life.

The US delegation, led by Brent Nieman, Assistant Secretary of the US Treasury Department, and including Donald Lu, US Assistant Secretary of State; Brendan Lynch, Assistant US Trade Representative; Anjali Kaur, Deputy Assistant Administrator; and Jerrod Mason, Director of the US Treasury Department, attended the presentation.

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