1971 Dhaka University massacre

The 1971 Dhaka University Massacre refers to a violent crackdown by the Pakistani military against students and civilians at Dhaka University in East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) during the Bangladesh Liberation War. Occurring on March 25, 1971, the massacre was part of a broader campaign of repression aimed at suppressing the Bengali independence movement. The military action resulted in the deaths of an estimated several hundred to thousands of individuals, including students and activists, and marked a pivotal moment in the conflict. This event galvanized public sentiment against the Pakistani regime, contributing to widespread unrest and ultimately the declaration of independence for Bangladesh. The massacre remains a significant historical event, commemorated annually in Bangladesh.