Cultural Affairs Minister Nitai Roy Chowdhury today said the July Memorial Museum is expected to be inaugurated officially soon as the construction and renovation works have almost been completed. Addressing a press conference at the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, he said the recruitment of manpower will be finalized at the first meeting of the newly formed Board of Trustees within the next couple of days. The museum would then be officially inaugurated at the earliest, subject to the convenience and approval of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.
The minister highlighted the significance of the July Mass Uprising, stating that the people of the country had become frustrated under the misrule of the then prime minister. This historic mass uprising reflected their long-accumulated grievances. Following a decision by the interim government and an assessment of the uprising's significance, the initiative to establish the "July Mass Uprising Memorial Museum" was taken. The present government introduced structural changes and legal refinements to make the project more comprehensive and sustainable.
Responding to questions regarding the delay in the museum's inauguration and project costs, the minister said a board of trustees had already been constituted to oversee its management. He noted that during the tenure of the interim government, the Director General of the National Museum had been given additional responsibility for the project. A full-fledged museum requires a permanent staffing structure and a clearly defined organizational framework, which had taken some time to establish.
Frequently Asked Questions
- **When will the July Memorial Museum officially open?** The museum is expected to open soon, pending final approval from Prime Minister Tarique Rahman. - **What caused the delay in the museum's inauguration?** The delay was due to the need for a permanent staffing structure, legal approvals, and amendments to relevant regulations. - **What is the significance of the July Mass Uprising?** The uprising reflected the long-accumulated grievances of the people under the misrule of the then prime minister. - **What initiatives has the Cultural Affairs Ministry taken to preserve the memory of the July Mass Uprising?** The ministry has launched special programmes, exhibitions, and competitions nationwide to uphold the spirit of the uprising.
