Md. Shaon

Shaheed Md. Shaon was a brave young man who sacrificed his life on the streets while directly participating in the final movement—the one-point demand for the overthrow of the government—against the countless crimes of the meticulous design expert, the killer Hasina, who had oppressed Bangladesh and its people, especially the Muslims of this country for sixteen long years.
Identity of the Shaheed
Shaheed Md. Shaon was born on October 20, 2005, in the village of Islamabad, Narsingdi district. His father was the late Md. Mojibur Mia, and his mother is Mosammat Hasina Begum.
Life of Shaheed Shaon
After his father fell ill, Md. Shaon left his studies to support his struggling family by taking up a job. Two years ago, his father passed away. For the past four to five years, Shaon worked as a laborer at Shafi Textile. His daily routine involved having breakfast in the morning before heading to work, returning home to freshen up, assisting with household chores, spending time with friends, and engaging in conversations. On holidays, he would go out for leisure, spend time with his mother and family members, read newspapers, and stay updated on national and international political affairs. This was his daily routine.
Bangladesh in the Last Sixteen Years
With a headband and prayer beads in hand, the invader of Bangladesh’s politics, the queen of election fraud, Hasina, usurped the nation’s future for the fourth consecutive time in 2024, using state machinery and weapons, like a bloodthirsty Dracula. She stripped the people of their fundamental rights and swallowed the sovereignty of Bangladesh.
Hasina known as the "Kathal Rani" (Jackfruit Queen), shamelessly treated the state as her ancestral property, ruling it as her personal fiefdom. Cunning, ignorant, and brainless, she saw herself as a fox while perceiving the people as either plump rabbits or scrawny, helpless prey. To her, Bangladesh was a mere farm, and its people were cattle, goats, donkeys, and sheep. She and her foreign overlords manipulated the country at will, sacrificing whoever was necessary to please the neighboring "divine rulers."
Trained in the strategy of "divide and rule," Hasina systematically shattered the nation into fragments, oppressing and exploiting it day by day. Suppressing opposition through injustice, cruelty, and tyranny had become her defining trait. For sixteen consecutive years, she had imposed colonial-style imperialist policies, resorting to terrorism and political oppression to crush the anti-discrimination movements of students and citizens. Ultimately, this strategy backfired, summoning chaos upon her own regime.
Background of the Movement
The 2018 student movement against the quota system resurfaced in 2024 as a widespread anti-discrimination student movement. As before, the government attempted to crush this rightful movement through deceit, butt this time, it failed. The students, now more aware and determined, launched a continuous protest, to which Shaheed Md. Shaon responded.
Despite his busy life, he kept himself informed about the movement, encouraging some of his friends to join. Among them was his cousin, Md. Akhtar Hossain Nirab, whom he persuaded to participate. Gradually, most of his friends joined the anti-discrimination movement. Some were already prepared, readily agreeing at Shaon’s call. As days passed, the movement gained momentum, with students vowing not to return home until their demands were met.
Seeing the students' unwavering stance, the tyrannical government opened fire on unarmed students. On July 16, six students, including Abu Sayeed of Begum Rokeya University, were martyred nationwide. On July 17, more killings occurred. On July 18, the bloodthirsty Dracula-like Hasina committed an outright massacre. Shaheed Md. Shaon could no longer stay silent. He knew he had to protest against this heinous crime.
Joining the Movement
On July 18, 2024, at Madhabdi Bus Stand, Shaon officially joined the protest, standing in solidarity with the gathered crowd. That day, the corrupt police force, loyal to the Awami government, launched an unprovoked attack on the peaceful student assembly using tear gas, rubber bullets, and other weapons. Yet, the movement did not waver. The students' unified slogans of "Allahu Akbar" grew louder and stronger.
However, as rubber bullets and tear gas continued, the casualties increased, and the streets filled with cries of pain. Amidst the chaos, a rubber bullet struck Shaon’s back. Despite his injury, he ran to a nearby clinic for first aid before returning to the protest site to check if anyone needed help. He and his fellow protesters planned for the next day’s rally before he returned home.
His mother, sensing the danger, pleaded with him not to go back. "What do we gain from this?" she asked. "You were lucky to survive today. Please don’t go tomorrow, my son." Shaon remained silent. His mind was fixed on the movement. He reassured his mother temporarily, hiding his real intentions.
The martyrdom
On Friday, July 19, 2024, Md. Shaon attended Jummah prayers at his local mosque. Afterward, he discussed plans with his friends and community members. Everyone agreed to meet at the designated place and time. He then went home, had lunch, and quietly left without telling his mother, fearing she would stop him.
Walking alone at first, he was soon joined by two friends, and later by three more students. As they reached the main road, five local residents also joined. At that moment, Shaon remembered his cousin Nirab and called him. Nirab, however, was still far away and would take time to arrive. Without waiting, they proceeded towards Madhabdi Chowrasta Bus Stand, the main protest site. Along the way, four more joined them.
Reaching the protest site in front of Sonali Tower, owned by Awami League leader and municipal mayor Mosharraf Hossain Manik, they found a large crowd already gathered. Just as they prepared for the rally—gunfire! Shaon collapsed.
Shockingly, there was no police or military force in sight. Then they realized—the bullets were coming from above! Looking up, they saw that Awami terrorists, led by Mayor Mosharraf Hossain Manik, were firing from the top of Sonali Tower. Before anyone could react, another protester fell. The crowd scattered in terror.
Someone tried to help Shaon but was immediately shot as well. Bullets rained down from above while people ran for their lives. Soon, the shooting stopped—likely because the terrorists had run out of bullets. They began descending rapidly, intent on attacking the wounded. Some brave students and young men ran to stop them. Shaon gasped and vomited before falling still. His fellow protesters carried him and the other injured towards the district hospital.
Hospital Denial and Death Declaration
Reaching Narsingdi District Hospital, they pleaded for emergency medical care. However, the on-duty doctors refused to admit the wounded, stating that the administration had ordered them not to treat anyone injured by government forces or Awami affiliates. Angered by this, some students argued, but the doctors warned they would call the authorities. One doctor advised, "You are wasting time here. Take them somewhere else quickly." Pointing at Shaon, he added, "There’s no use trying for him. He has passed away. Make arrangements for his funeral."
Realizing the grim truth, Shaon’s friends and fellow protesters accepted that he had been martyred in the fight against tyranny."Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilayhi Raji’un."
Funeral and Burial
Shaheed Shaon’s funeral prayer was held in his home village, after which he was laid to rest at Algi Monohorpur Graveyard.
Heartbreaking Reactions
When his body was brought home, a wave of grief engulfed the village. His mother was in shock, frozen like a stone. His friends and relatives could not stop crying.
Family Condition
Shaon’s mother, Hasina Begum (45), is a widow and a homemaker. His elder brother, Md. Robiul (26), is a migrant worker in Saudi Arabia, while another brother, Md. Oliullah (24), works at a shop. The family earns BDT 3,000 per month from house rent, their only source of income. They own a 3.75 decimal house, where they reside along with five rental tenants. Shaon had no debts.
Proposed Assistance
• A regular widow's allowance for Shaon’s mother.
• A permanent business or shop for his elder brother to ensure the family’s livelihood.
At a Glance: Personal Information of the Shaheed
Name : Md. Shaon
Date of Birth : October 20, 2005
Place of Birth & Home District : Islamabad, Nuralapur, Narsingdi Sadar, Narsingdi
Occupation/Designation : Job, Garment Worker
Workplace : Shafi Textile
Permanent & Current Address : Algi Monohorpur, Union: Nuralapur, Thana: Madhabdi, District: Narsingdi
Father's Name : Md. Mojibur Mia (Deceased)
Mother's Name : Mst. Hasina Begum
Mother’s Occupation & Age : Homemaker (40)
Source of Income : BDT 3,000 from house rent
Number of Family Members : 3 (Mother and 2 brothers)
Incident Details
Place of Incident : Madhabdi Bus Stand, Sonali Tower
Attacker/Assailant : Md. Mosharraf (Mayor, Madhabdi Municipality)
Time of Injury : 4:30 PM
Date, Time & Place of Death : July 19, 2024, 4:30 PM, Madhabdi Bus Stand, Sonali Tower
Burial Information
Funeral Prayer : Algi Monohorpur Eidgah Field
Current Location of
the Grave : Algi Monohorpur Graveyard