Witness to the Uprising

Photojournalist Jibon Ahmed was on the front lines of the July uprising, documenting the turbulent days of 2024 as they unfolded on the streets. His photographs serve as a stark historical record, capturing the brutal conflict between state violence and the masses' resistance. Ahmed's role, however, went beyond his professional duty. He risked his life to reveal the truth, was shot, and was forced into hiding, becoming a participant deeply embedded in the movement he was documenting.

His commitment to truth kept him on the streets even after the uprising, as he continued to record the aftermath, the struggles of the injured, and the grief of the bereaved. This book compiles not only his powerful photographs but also his diary entries and personal reflections, presented in both Bangla and English. "Witness to the Uprising" thus offers a complete and emotional account of a pivotal moment in Bangladesh's history, capturing both the hope of the movement and the slow dissipation of its dreams.