The discovery of the killing field at Muslim Bazar has had an awakening effect in all of us and especially the younger generation. What I have experienced by the participation of all those who were born after 1971 have been an eye opener for me. Most of those who have come forth in the actual work of excavation and exhuming and extended their support in many ways belong to the generation either have not seen the liberation struggle or they were very young at that time. The Army personals that participated mostly belonged to that generation. I was most impressed with the spirit, determination and commitment they had to accomplish this work most diligently. It reminded me of 1971 during the war when we all shared similar spirit and dream of freedom. The Journalists who kept a vigilant and made it possible for the world to know were also mostly younger group. They didn't take this assignment just like any other beat but as a proud citizen of a free nation wanting to become a part of the 1971 spirit. The volunteers, visitors and well wishers mostly belonged to this generation. It reaffirmed my faith in them and if they are guided in the right direction we as a country can surely hold our head up in the new millennium.
With the discovery of the mass grave it is important to explore the various mechanism of legal and social redress. To improve the psychological and emotional support system for the family long affected by the loss of their dear and near ones and then non-action by any group to address the issue of finding the truth.
It is hoped once the proper excavation and exhuming is completed the society as a whole will be beneficial in many ways. 1. The history can be put in the correct perspective with facts and figure 2. The bereaved family will know the nation has paid its debt to those who became victims of the war. 3. Some form of Justice through remembrance. 4. The unnatural division in the society can be narrowed down. 5. Natural revelation to look forward. 6. Sustainable mechanism and technical knowledge gained can be applied for Human Rights protections, local justice system etc.

Akku Chowdhury
Director
Liberation War Museum