Jasim Uddin

Jorun Mia and Zahera Khatun built their family in the Uttarpara of Paika village in Sarail upazila of Brahmanbaria district. Sometime later, their house was illuminated by the birth of Shaheed Jasim Uddin on March 1, 1988. He grew up seeing the lack of resources in the family since childhood. Despite wanting to study, it was not possible due to the financial strain on his parents. The responsibility of the family fell on the martyr's shoulders in his adolescence. Thus began the continuous struggle of his life.
The Life and Martyrdom of Shaheed Jasim Uddin
Life in the Capital
After some time, Shaheed Jasim Uddin left his area and came to the capital city. He started to support his family by engaging in day labor. In the public life of the new city, amidst the crowd of huge mansions, he was a desperate young man searching for the happiness of his family. Jasim did not delay in sending his hard-earned money to his parents, working day and night. Gradually, the hungry life of the family came to an end. In this way, the industrious life of an energetic young man continued. Ignoring the storms and rain, Jasim Uddin gradually became an indomitable guardian in fulfilling the responsibilities of the family.
Stepping into a Colorful Life
To overcome his loneliness, Shaheed Jasim Uddin stepped into a golden life. He got married and started a family in Khilgaon, the capital. There, one after another, Kauser (12), Tamanna (7), Sumaiya (5), Suraiya (3), and Fatima (2) were born. The family became like a moonlit market. Jasim began to plan for the future with his wife and children. Suddenly, there was a break in his life. His father, Mr. Jorun Mia, passed away forever, answering the call of the Almighty Allah. He was somewhat broken by the grief of his father. Gradually, Jasim's grief subsided. He again stepped into his working life. He admitted his eldest son and daughter to a madrasa. In this way, the colorful life of the martyr couple was passing.
The Context of Martyrdom
On July 19, 2024, while students were marching in the Khilgaon area of the capital, the police fired indiscriminately. The sudden firing on the protesters made the situation even more heated. Suddenly, a bullet hit Jasim Uddin's stomach. He fell to the ground seriously injured. The time was 3:30 pm. The level of gunfire was so intense that no passerby or student could take him to the hospital. Shaheed Jasim Uddin embraced martyrdom at the scene.
Family's Financial Condition
Shaheed Jasim Uddin's family is currently facing a difficult situation. With the death of the sole breadwinner, the family's income has completely stopped. Due to financial constraints, the education and future of the martyr's children are uncertain at this moment. The martyr's youngest daughter is disabled. She needs treatment and special care. As the martyr's wife has no permanent income, it has become completely impossible for her to manage daily life and meet the basic needs of the children.
Opinion
The statements of Shaheed Jasim Uddin's family members and others are extremely heartbreaking. His eldest daughter Tamanna says, "I miss my father so much. My father worked very hard for all of us."
The martyr's friend says, "Jasim was a moral and religious man who used to pray regularly and treat everyone well." The martyr's neighbor says, "Jasim was a hardworking and responsible person who carried all the responsibilities of the family on his own shoulders."
Personal Information of the Martyr at a Glance
Name: Shaheed Jasim Uddin
Father: Late Jorun Mia
Mother: Zahera Khatun
Date and Place of Martyrdom: 19/07/2024, 4:00 PM, Khilgaon, Dhaka
Permanent Address: District: Brahmanbaria, Upazila: Sarail, Village: Paika, North Para
Details of Children:
1. Md. Kauser, Age: 12 years, Madrasa student
2. Mosa: Tamanna, Age: 07 years, Madrasa student
3. Mosa: Sumaiya, Age: 05 years
4. Mosa: Suraiya, Age: 03 years
5. Mosa: Fatima, Age: 02 years (disabled)
Proposal
1. Shaheed Jasim Uddin's family needs financial assistance. Financial grants have become essential to meet the expenses of daily life and the needs of children.
2. Monthly or one-time allowance is needed for the martyr's family, and free medical assistance is needed for the martyr's daughter Fatima.