Dhaka, Aug 05 (V7N) – A vibrant day-long cultural program titled ‘36 July Celebration’ is underway on Manik Mia Avenue in the capital to mark the first anniversary of the July Uprising that reshaped the country’s political landscape.

The event began at 12 noon on Tuesday (August 5) with a performance by the Saimum Shilpi Gosthi, who opened the celebration by singing ‘Ei Desh Amar Bangladesh, Amar Bhalobasha’, a patriotic composition written by Ustad Tofazzel Hossain.

The program features a diverse lineup of musical performances by renowned artist groups, bands, and solo musicians from across the country, creating a festive and reflective atmosphere on this momentous day.

At 2:25 PM, students symbolically observed the ‘Fascist’s Escape Moment’, marking one year since Sheikh Hasina’s departure from power. As part of the observance, they released a symbolic gas balloon shaped like a helicopter—an artistic representation of the former prime minister’s dramatic exit.

According to the schedule released by the Ministry of Culture, the following performances and activities are planned throughout the day:

  • 4:45 PM – Break for Asr prayers

  • After Asr – The Chief Advisor will read the historic July Declaration

  • 5:30 PM – Performance by Basic Guitar Learning School

  • 5:50 PM – Performance by the band F Minor

  • 6:15 PM – Performance by Parsha

  • 6:50 PM – Break for Maghrib Azan and prayers

  • 7:00 PM – Performance by Elita Karim

  • 7:30–8:00 PM – A special drone drama titled ‘Do You Miss Me’

  • Afterwards – A drone show followed by a much-anticipated performance by the iconic rock band Artcell

In addition to musical acts, the program includes various interactive and artistic elements designed to honor the spirit of the July Movement, with crowds waving flags, singing along, and engaging with performances that celebrate both the country’s struggles and its renewed hope for the future.

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