Dhaka: Information and Broadcasting Adviser Nahid Islam today announced that jobs for family members of the July martyrs will not be subject to the quota system in any competitive recruitment test. “With providing one-time financial assistance, monthly allowances, and jobs for family members of the July martyrs have been announced. But, this will not be included as a new quota in jobs,” he stated on his verified Facebook page.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Nahid clarified that one capable individual from each martyr’s family will be granted a job in a government, semi-government, or private organization based solely on their competence. “This will not be considered for any competitive test,” he added.
For those who were injured in the uprising, Nahid mentioned that monthly allowances have been arranged for individuals who have been permanently incapacitated, such as those who became blind or lost limbs, and who are unable to work again. He emphasized the long-term impact on many young individuals who will bear the scars of the movement throughout their lives and may require extensive treatment.
Nahid reiterated the state’s commitment to rehabilitate the families of the martyrs and the seriously injured from the July uprising, ensuring a secure future for these families. He acknowledged that several thousand families have been severely affected by their participation in the uprising.
“We cannot compensate them with anything for their losses. And these families only want respect and dignity from everyone rather than any benefits,” Nahid concluded.