Md. Mehdi Hasan Robin

Mehdi Hasan Robin was born on August 1, 1995. His birthplace is Uttar Bargachha village in Natore Sadar, Natore district. His father is the late Bokul Hossain. His mother's name is Amena Akter Ruby. His parents divorced when he was young. Since then, he grew up with his mother at his maternal grandparents' house.
Martyr Mehdi Hasan Robin was married. His wife, Ritu Akter, is a housewife. They have a 4-year-old son. His name is Wahid Hasan Rahat.
Martyr Mehdi Hasan Robin was a cloth merchant by profession. He owns a clothing store called 'Lifestyle Fashion Wear' on the second floor of Uttar Plaza in Natore city. The income from his clothing business barely covered the family's daily expenses.
Robin's clothing business was his family's only financial support, and he was the sole breadwinner. With his death, his family is now destitute and helpless. His family consists of his mother, wife, and a four-year-old son.
How Mehdi Became a Martyr
On the day of the ultimate victory of the students and the public, Martyr Mehdi Hasan Robin was one of the five people who died in the fire at Jannati Palace, the luxurious residence of Natore's tyrannical MP Shimul.
When the students' Quota Reform Movement began, Robin expressed his full support for the students and helped them in various ways. He himself actively participated in the movement.
August 5, 2024. Thousands of people took to the streets of Natore after hearing the news of Sheikh Hasina's flight. That day, the destination of most people in Natore was Jannati Palace, the house of the tyrannical and corrupt MP Shafiqul Islam Shimul. Jannati Palace is a well-known name in Natore. The public was forbidden to enter this luxurious residence of MP Shimul.
After MP Shimul fled, thousands of people gathered to see his Jannati Palace. Robin also went to that much-talked-about and controversial Jannati Palace for that purpose.
The angry mob vandalized Jannati Palace, and many people went upstairs out of curiosity. Robin also went upstairs. But suddenly a fire broke out on the ground floor and quickly spread everywhere. Robin tried to come down the stairs, but the flames engulfed him.
He was immediately rescued and admitted to Rajshahi Medical College Hospital. As his condition deteriorated, Robin was transferred to the Sheikh Hasina Burn Unit in Dhaka. There, on the evening of August 7, Robin breathed his last.
The Struggling Life of Martyr Robin
Mehdi Hasan Robin's childhood was one of struggle. His parents divorced when he was young, and his mother, Amena Akter Ruby, remarried. Robin grew up at his maternal grandparents' house. After the death of his mother's second husband, both mother and son began living permanently at their maternal grandparents' house.
Robin studied up to the third year at Natore NS College. However, due to family poverty, he left his studies and took over the responsibility of the family. He started a clothing business by renting a shop in Natore city.
During this time, Robin was married to Ritu Akter. Their happy family was further blessed by the arrival of their little son, Rahat.
Robin was very stylish. He often went on long drives on his motorcycle. He even traveled to India.
The Wailing of the Martyr's Family
With the loss of Robin, his family is now in deep mourning. There is wailing and lamentation everywhere.
Robin's mother says, "I have thousands of memories of my son. There was a big flood in the country when he was young. At that time, I protected him. And now, when my son was just getting established, he left this world, left me. I have only one child! How will I live now?"
Robin's wife, Ritu Akter, says, "Robin was extremely helpful. If anyone was in danger or needed blood, Robin would rush to help. He left like this before my very eyes! What will happen to me and my child now? My child has become an orphan today! Even if I get everything in the world, my child will never be able to call him father again. He will not get a father's love."
be able to call him father again. He will not get a father's love."
Martyr Mehdi Hasan Robin at a Glance
Name: Md. Mehdi Hasan Robin
Date of Birth: 01.08.1995
Date and Time of Injury: August 5, 2024; 4 PM
Place of Injury: Jannati Palace (Tyrannical MP Shimul's residence), Natore Sadar
Date and Time of Martyrdom: August 7, 2024; 7 PM
Place of Martyrdom: Sheikh Hasina Burn Unit, Dhaka
Type of Injury: Burned by fire
Burial Place: Bara Gachha Graveyard, Natore
Occupation: Clothing business
Father: Deceased Bokul Hossain
Mother: Mosa. Amena Akter Ruby
Permanent Address: Village: Uttar Bargachha, Thana+District: Natore
Wife: Mst. Ritu Akter, Age: 25 years, Housewife, Education: HSC Passed
Child: Son: Wahid Hasan Rahat, Age: 4 years
Siblings: None
House and Property: A tin-shed house. No property.
Proposals for Assistance to the Martyr's Family
1. Martyr Robin's mother needs financial assistance.
2. Robin's wife is willing to run his shop so that she can do something for her son, but this requires financial assistance.
3. Take responsibility for the son's education.