Mukta Bangla (PSTU)
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| Mukta Bangla | |
|---|---|
| Joy Bangla (30 March 2011 – 25 March 2025) | |
 'Mukt Bangla' in front of the Administration Building | |
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| Artist | Hamiduzzaman Khan |
| Year | 30 March 2011 |
| Medium | Stainless steel |
| Subject | Bangladesh Liberation War |
| Location | Dumki Upazila |
| 22°27′51″N 90°22′56″E / 22.464069°N 90.3823381°E | |
| Owner | Patuakhali Science and Technology University |
Mukta Bangla (Bengali: মুক্ত বাংলা, transl. Free or independent Bengal) is a commemorative sculpture dedicated to the Bangladesh Liberation War. The sculpture, designed by Hamiduzzaman Khan, depicts a symbolic freedom fighter and is made of stainless steel.[1] It is installed at the main square in front of the administration building on the 'Bijoy-24' road of Patuakhali Science and Technology University.[2][3] It was officially inaugurated on 30 March 2011.[1] Its original name was taken from the slogan Joy Bangla.[4] On 25 March 2025, the sculpture's name was changed from 'Joy Bangla' to 'Mukta Bangla'.[3]