Dhaka, July 1 -- BNP's discussion titled 'Mass Uprising 2024: National Unity and Democratic Journey' began on Tuesday afternoon, marking the first anniversary of the July-August mass uprising.

The programme started at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre in the capital around 3:10pm with the recitation of verses from the Holy Quran at around 3:10pm.

A munajat (prayer) was offered, seeking peace for the souls of those who were martyred during the July-August mass uprising and other democratic movements.

A one-minute silence was then observed while standing in honour of the martyrs, followed by the playing of the national anthem.

A documentary titled 'National Unity and Democratic Journey' was also screened on the occasion....