Naogaon: The Local Government Department today handed over cheques as financial aid to the family members of nine martyrs who sacrificed their lives during the July uprising in the district. Deputy Commissioner (DC) Mohammad Abdul Awal presented the cheques of Taka two lakh to each of the martyr families at a function held at his conference room, where he served as the chief guest.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the martyrs from the district include Russell Rana, Fahmid Jafar, Biplob Mondal, Shakil Anwar, Ash Sabur, Bayezid Bostami, Mahfuz Alam Shraban, Raihan Ali, and Ridwan Sharif Riyad. The event saw participation from several key officials and community members who paid tribute to the martyrs and their families.
Civil Surgeon Dr. Md. Nazrul Islam, Additional Superintendent of Police Gaziur Rahman, Additional Deputy Commissioner AH Irfan Uddin Ahmed, and Deputy Director of the District Social Services Department Nur Mohammad were among the speakers at the event. Shaheed Fahmin Jafar’s mother, Kazi Lulul Makhmin, and student activist Arman Hossain also addressed the gathering, emphasizing the importance of remembering the sacrifices made by these individuals.