Md. Sakibul Hasan Mahi

Md. Sakibul Hasan Mahi was a talented student studying in the 9th grade at Jessore Zilla School. He was born and raised in Chachra Dalmil Para, Jessore Sadar Thana, where he lived with his family. This rural environment, within Ward 5 of the municipality, colored Sakibul's childhood. His mischievousness amidst nature and his love for sports set him apart from others his age. His father, Md. Shahidur Rahman, is a hardworking businessman. The 45-year-old Shahidul earns a monthly income of Tk 10,000 through his fish business, which sustains his family. As the head of the family, he is very responsible, and it is through his hard work that the family leads a comfortable life.
Sakibul's mother, Mosammat Irin Sultana, is an ideal housewife. This 40-year-old woman takes care of every member of her family and, in addition to household chores, leaves no stone unturned in nurturing her children with love and care. Among the four family members, Sakibul was very affectionate towards his younger sister, Suskan Sultana. Suskan is studying in the 2nd grade at Ranga Prabhat Kindergarten and is only 8 years old. As the youngest member of the family, she is everyone's darling, and Sakibul always protected her. Sakibul was very dear to his parents.
Although he was mischievous and loved to play from a young age, he never hesitated to help his mother with her chores. Even though he was young, his responsible behavior towards every member of his family and his cooperative attitude towards his mother made him very beloved among his family. Born into a respectable Muslim family, Sakibul grew up with a character imbued with deep respect for religious values and family responsibilities.
Background of Martyrdom
The unforgettable mass uprising of students and the public on August 5th and the end of the Awami fascist misrule is a rare example in the contemporary world. However, this extraordinary awakening and the fall of the Awami League government's 16 years of extreme autocracy and corruption did not happen suddenly. The long-simmering public discontent against the fascist rule of the Sheikh Hasina-led government, in which even school students participated, led to this mass explosion. One such school student was Sakibul Hasan Mahi, a 9th grader at Jessore Zilla School. He was actively involved with the anti-discrimination student movement from the very beginning. Especially after Abu Saeed was being martyred in Rangpur, Mahi directly joined the street protests. At his request, his father bought him a national flag. On the victory day of August 5, 2024, after hearing about the gathering of students and the public at Chachra Checkpost, Mahi left home to go there.
After a while, his father and sister also joined to participate in the victory procession. While wanting to meet Muskan (Mahi), they saw him near the railway. Then Mahi said to his father, "Dad, you go home, I will come after the victory procession." Saying this, Mahi crossed the road divider, kissed his sister on the cheek, and went to the front of the procession. By evening, all the boys from the area had returned, but Mahi had not returned home. Then his father went to inquire and learned about the fire at the Zabeer Hotel. Mahi had participated in the rescue work at the Zabeer Hotel, and Mahi along with three other boys from the area were missing. Upon hearing this news, Mahi's father called him incessantly, but the phone was not received. After ringing for a while, his phone was also switched off.
Then his father started searching for him frantically outside the Zabeer Hotel and in the hospitals. At around six in the evening, the rescue workers brought Mahi to the hospital in an ambulance in a deceased condition. At the hospital, his father identified the body, and his father was immediately startled to see the burnt body. He brought his beloved Mahi, who had participated in the victory procession, home on his shoulders. A shadow of mourning fell on the house, and everything became dark. Many could not accept the untimely death of their bright son for the country. But looking at the Shaheeds across the country, especially the inspiration of Abu Saeed of Rangpur, with a heavy heart, Shaheed Sakibul Hasan Mahi was bid farewell forever. The next day, on August 6, at 10:00 AM, the funeral was held at Dhalmil Mor in the presence of nearly a thousand Muslims, and he was buried in the local Chachra Rajbari Graveyard. The beloved of all, the dear Shaheed Sakibul Hasan Mahi, who sacrificed himself unreservedly for the country, departed.
Feelings about the Shaheed
Sakibul Hasan Mahi was a teenager whose life was illuminated by his extraordinary talent and honest way of life. The older neighbors still remember him with deep respect. They say, "Sakibul was talented, honest, and very sociable." His sweet smile and friendly demeanor had a profound impact on everyone's hearts. He was always ready to help his mother with her work, as if his sense of responsibility and love for his family were always awake. His dedication to his work and tireless labor set him apart from other peers.
Sakibul's behavior was always commendable. His polite behavior with elders and loving behavior towards younger ones made him an example for everyone. Even when many teenagers around him were getting involved in bad company, Sakibul kept himself away from all such bad company. This awareness, pure attitude, and deep understanding of life made him like a bright star, whose light still shines brightly in people's minds. Today, in his absence, everyone feels the emptiness of his gentle, polite, and unique personality, which has created a deep void in many lives.
Description of the Family's Financial Condition
The father of Shaheed Hasibul Hasan is the only earning member of his family. It is almost impossible to run a family with the 10 to 12 thousand Taka received from breeding fish fry locally. Recently, due to the death of his beloved son, he is unable to concentrate on his work. If the Shaheed's father receives assistance in his business, he may be able to live comfortably with the remaining members of his family.
Personal Information of the Shaheed at a Glance
Name : Md. Sakibul Hasan Mahi
Date of Birth : 05-12-2009
Occupation : Student, 9th Grade
Institution : Jessore Zilla School
Permanent and Current
Address : Chachra Dalmil Para,
: Municipality: Ward No. 5, Thana: Sadar,
: District: Jessore
Father's Name : Md. Shahidur Rahman,
Age: 45, Profession : Business
Mother's Name : Mosammat Irin Sultana,
: Age: 40, Profession: Housewife
Monthly Income : 10000/-
: Source of Income: Fish Business
Number of Family Members : 4
Sister : Suskan Sultana, Age: 08,
: Ranga Prabhat Kindergarten, 2nd Grade
Suggestions
1. Arranging regular allowance for the Shaheed's family.