Sylhet

Rally at Sylhet

Sylhet Speaks Up: An impassioned gathering resonating with diverse voices, united in their call for change and fervent advocacy for equality.

Sylhet 1970

Dr. Chanchal took charge of overseeing the recruitment process for volunteers, demonstrating leadership and dedication to the cause.

Registry Field, Sylhet

After the end of the war, freedom fighters lay down their arms at Sylhet Registry Field in 1972.

Registry Field, 1972

After the end of the war, freedom fighters lay down their arms at Sylhet Registry Field in 1972.

Bangabandhu arrives in Syhet

Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman arrives in Sylhet flanked by Abdus Samad Azad and Dewan Farid Gazi, 1972.

Reception for war hero

Colonel Osmani receives a warm welcome and admiration from the community during his reception in Adityapur, Balagonj, Sylhet in 1972.

Guard of Honour

Abdur Razzak and Akther Ahmed Sechcha Sebok Bahini guard of honour, Sylhet stadium, 1970

Sheikh Hasina arrives in Sylhet

On her return from exile Sheikh Hasina addessing the first ever public meeting in Registry Field, Sylhet.

Bangabandhu’s family in Sylhet

Bangabandhu’s family in Sylhet 1972

Bangabandhu’s wife Fazilutunnesa

Bangabandhu’s wife Begun Fazilutunnesa in Sylhet 1972

Bangabandhu’s family in Sylhet

Sheikh Rehana, the youngest daughter of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, visits Sylhet in 1972.

Sylhet Stadium, February 1971

Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Dewan Farid Gazi and Abdus Samad Azad. Sylhet Stadium, February 1971.

Sylhet Stadium, December 1972

Genl Muhammad Ataul Ghani Osmani, Commander of Bangladesh Forces during Liberation War, inspecting East Bengal Regiment, Sylhet Stadium, December 1972.

Sheikh Russell taking lunch

Following liberation, Bangabandhu’s family visits the shrine of Shah Jalal. Bangabandhu’s youngest son Sheikh Russell taking lunch being served by Awami League leader Dewan Farid Gazi in his house.

Sylhet Stadium, Nov 1973

Election Campaign: Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman with Col Muhammad Ataul Ghani Osmany, Dewan Farid Gazi, and Abdus Samad Azad at Sylhet Stadium. November 1973.

Sylhet Stadium, November 1973

Awami youth leaders Advocate Shafiq offering a garland to Bangabandhu and Ziauddin Lala at Sylhet Stadium. November 1973.

Sylhet Stadium, Nov 1973

Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman with local Awami League leader Dewan Farid Gazi to his left and Sromik leader to his right. The man standing in the black shirt is Mohiuddin, Bangabandhu’s security personnel. Sylhet Stadium, November 1973.

Sylhet Stadium, November 1973

Bangabandu, deep in thought, strategizing during a meeting at Sylhet Stadium in 1973, reflecting on his previous presence at the same venue in 1970, while the echoes of his past speeches reverberate through the air. Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Sylhet Stadium, 1973.

Shrine of Hazrat Shah Jalal

Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman at the shrine of Hazrat Shah Jalal (on his left) with photographer journalist Abul Lais Shyamal in Sylhet, 1970. This is a historic photo because Abul Lais Shyamal mentioned that Bangabandhu insisted on taking a picture with him at the darga shrine.

Registry Field, Sylhet

National Awami Party leader Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani at Registry Field, Sylhet in October 1970. This historic gathering saw Bhashani’s impassioned speech rallying the masses, echoing the fervor of Bangabandhu’s presence at the same venue earlier that year. 

Registry Field

Near Keane Bridge, Taltola Road procession with Pakistani politician Asghar Khan, who allied with Awami League in 1970, heading towards Registry Field.

Near Keane Bridge

Muslim League supporters of Pakistan gather near Keane Bridge in Sylhet, March 1970, showcasing the political dynamics of the region during a crucial period in history.