The reading of the Declaration of Independence by Major is considered as an important and historical moment at the beginning of the Great War of Liberation in 1971. In the context of brutal attacks by Pakistani forces, when extreme uncertainty and panic prevailed across the country, a clarion call for freedom rang out over the airwaves.
From Chittagong’s Kalurghat Betar Kendra, Major Ziaur Rahman, the undisputed leader of the nation, proclaimed the independence of Bangladesh. The historic message uttered by his voice instantly spread throughout the country and instilled new courage and motivation in the minds of Bengalis struggling for freedom.
In the announcement he saidโ
“On behalf of our great national leader and Supreme Commander of Bangladesh, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, we hereby declare the independence of Bangladesh. May God help us. Jai Bangla.”
This declaration was not just a message, but it was a strong call to organize the Bengali freedom struggle. It inspired people from all walks of life to build resistance against the occupying Pakistani forces.
Despite the lack of communication at that time, this radio announcement quickly spread to different parts of the country and played a role in highlighting the issue of Bangladesh’s independence in the international arena. This is the continuation of the all-out armed struggle, which is known in history.
According to expertsThis declaration of Major Ziaur Rahman played an important role in providing guidance and uniting the people in the initial stages of the liberation war. It is still considered as an unforgettable chapter in the history of Bangladesh’s freedom struggle.
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