Mehedi Mamun: Shot While Reporting – July Quota Reform Uprising- 2024. Jahangirnagar University.

During the July Quota Reform Uprising 2024 at Jahangirnagar University, journalist Mehedi Mamun put his life on the line to document the struggle for justice, democracy, and accountability. On the night of July 15, amidst a chaotic clash between students, outsiders, and law enforcement, Mehedi was shot multiple times despite showing his press ID, sustaining severe injuries to his head, neck, and torso.

In this documentary, we sit with Mehedi at his campus in Dhaka, hearing his firsthand account of the night’s chaos, his determination to report truthfully, and the risks journalists face in moments of political upheaval. His story is not just about survival, but about courage, resilience, and the fight to uphold democracy.

This documentary captures Mehedi Mamun’s harrowing experience, a testament to the courage, resilience, and risks journalists face in the pursuit of truth. His story is not just about one night, but about the fight for accountability, democracy, and the right to report freely.

Produced by the July Council – An Oral History Archive, this film preserves Mehedi’s experiences as part of the larger narrative of the July Uprising 2024, ensuring that future generations understand the human cost and the valor behind the fight for reform.

📍 Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh
🎙️ Interview: Mehedi Mamun, Campus Journalist
🎬 Produced by: July Council – An Oral History Archive
📅 Production Year: 2025

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