"SLC31-W4 // Steem Expedición, Joyas Ocultas y Secretos Locales: Curiosidades y Rarezas"

Hello Steemian friends!
Hope you are all well. Today I am here to participate in the SLC31-W4 // Steem Expedición challenge. I would like to thank @oswaldocuarta for this wonderful event. On today's expedition, I am taking you to a unique and emotional place, 'Shaheed Mir Mugdho Mancha', located in Uttara's Rabindra Sarani. This is not just a stage, it is an exceptional effort to immortalize the memory of a fearless young martyr of the July 2024 mass uprising, which makes any person's chest heavy when seen.

Thumbnail Photo Shaheed Mir Mugdho Mancha

☞ Task N° 1 Name, address and details of the place

Known as Shahid Mir Mugdho Moncho, the stage is located in Uttara, Sector-7, Rabindra Sarani, Dhaka-1230. It can be easily reached from any part of Uttara by rickshaw, CNG or own vehicle. It is easy to find as it is located next to the busy road of Rabindra Sarani. Built with the help of Dhaka North City Corporation, this stage has now become a well known landmark in the entire Bangladesh beyond the area.

Front view of Shahid Mir Mugdho Moncho.

This stage looks completely different from the other ten ordinary memorials. Each of its elements tells a story. Upon entering the stage, a tunnel-shaped gate made of green and red curved steel arches is visible, which is a symbolic representation of the green and red colors of the national flag of Bangladesh. Right in the middle of this arch is an emotional plaque made of mosaic art, which reads 'Shaheed Mir Mughdo Manch' and below is a red artwork like a stream of blood, which reminds us of the sacrifice of that young martyr. This artwork is as aesthetic as it is meaningful to future generations. Where hundreds of people now come and go.

Central plaque made of mosaic art.

On both sides of the stage, rows of black marble pillars have been inscribed in white letters with the names and identities of hundreds of martyrs who lost their lives in the July 2024 mass uprising in Uttara. The names of students, businessmen, employees, and rickshaw pullers from all walks of life are immortalized here. Looking at this list, one feels an emptiness in the chest.

Black marble pillars with a list of martyrs' names.

The most exceptional and striking element of the stage is a huge water bottle sculpture. The bottle has three words written in Bengali: "Pani Lagbe Pani" - the identity of Mir Mughdo, his movement, his legend. The marble plaque next to it reads "July Mass Uprising 2024".

"Pani Lagbe Pani" is a huge water bottle sculpture in memory of martyr Mir Mughdo.

Inside the stage are several circular metal sculptures, some large gray circles, some full red circles. The walls of the stage are decorated with traditional motifs made of terracotta, which is a monument to the clay art of Bengal. These works of art have taken this stage to unique heights. Where now hundreds of people gather morning and evening.

Circular metal sculpture.	Traditional terracotta artwork.

Standing next to the stage is a huge, century-old banyan tree, its branches embracing the stage's architecture. And on the road in front, there is another banyan tree, which doubles the beauty of the stage.

Banyan tree-1	Banyan tree-2

On the right side wall of the stage, a "Mukta Supey Free Pani" machine is installed where visitors and passersby are provided with free drinking water in memory of Mir Mughd. What could be a more beautiful tribute than this?

Free Drinking Water Corner.

There is no entrance fee in front of the stage. It is open all the time. On various national occasions, especially on the first day of Baishakh, Baisakhi Mela, Lalangiti, Baulgan and cultural programs are organized here. And religious competitions are organized during Ramadan and various programs are organized on various national special days. Different designs are made on the walls of its beautiful courtyard.

Baisakhi Event schedule.	Wall paint -1
Wall Paint-2	Wall Paint-3

☞¿Cómo diste con esta curiosidad o rareza? ¿O es algo que siempre habías visto.

As I am a resident of Uttara, I often walk through Rabindra Sarani. I have seen this stage being built since the movement. Today, due to the challenge, I took the time to look around thoroughly. There is a big difference between passing by every day and looking closely. Today, when I read the list of names of the martyrs, my eyes got wet. It was as if those days of 24 were floating in my eyes.

My selfie in front of the stage.

☞ ¿Cuál es la historia o la explicación de esta rareza?

In July 2024, there was a mass uprising of students and the public in Bangladesh. During those bloody days, Tarun Mir Mughd, risking his life to provide free water to the protesting students on the streets of Uttara. He would run around with a bottle in hand to the protesters burning in the heat of the sun. The only call in his voice was "We need water!" This became his identity. But cruel fate did not allow him to live long. This young hero was shot and martyred. To immortalize his memory, this 'Shaheed Mir Mughdo Mancha' has been built with the cooperation of Dhaka North City Corporation. The sculpture of a huge water bottle in the center of the stage is a symbol of his immortal call.

Symbolic architecture of the July Movement.

☞ ¿Qué es lo más loco que has escuchado decir a los vecinos o habitantes de la zona sobre este sitio?

Talking to local residents, I learned that many people said, "The enchanted boy is not dead, he is still inside that bottle." Some also said that the banyan tree on this stage has become thicker after the movement, as if the souls of the martyrs are casting their shadows. I was truly surprised to hear about the love and faith of the people.

☞ Si tú fueras el encargado de bautizar esta rareza, ¿qué nombre divertido le pondrías?

If I were to give it a name, I would name this stage "The Stage of Thirst Heroes" because who is a greater hero than a young man who gave his blood to quench the thirst of others? This name might have been easily remembered in the pages of history. But the name given today is also not beautiful.

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