Saidul Islam

Saidul Islam was born on September 23, 2004, in Kalatali Mohalla, Ward No. 5 of Fazilpur, Feni Sadar Thana. His father's name is Md. Rafiqul Islam and his mother's name is Rahena Begum. Saiful came from a poor family where his father was unable to earn any income and his mother was a housewife. In this family of five, his elder brother was the sole breadwinner, working as a dental assistant. Saiful's family consisted of his parents and three brothers, with Saiful being the second child.
Saidul Islam was extremely talented from a young age. He passed his SSC from Fazilpur W-B Kadri High School. His talent, intellect, and hard work made him prominent among his classmates. After passing SSC, he got admitted to Bariarhat Degree College and was an HSC candidate in 2024. He dreamed of a bright future for his family and village and was striving accordingly.
Saidul was a very humble, patriotic, and conscious young man. From his childhood, he was vocal against the discrimination, injustice, and unfairness in society. He had a strong desire to establish justice in society and build a society free from discrimination. His thinking was to do something for society and dedicate himself to the betterment of the country. From a young age, he actively participated in various movements, which expressed his socially conscious and patriotic attitude. He was always vocal about the various injustices and corruption in the country. He had a strong interest in sports.
He was the only member of the family who was illuminated by the light of education. His dream was to build a prosperous and just society, but tragically, he left this world at a young age. This 19-year-old youth lost his life in a police shooting in August 2024.
How He Became a Martyr
The anti-discrimination student movement's quota reform movement began in early July 2024. Students across the country participated in the struggle to build the country on the basis of merit. Shaheed Saiful Islam regularly joined the movement. Although it was initially a student movement, after July 15, it took the form of a student-public movement. The government shut down internet services across the country and imposed a curfew. The police, Jubo League, and party terrorists unleashed by the autocratic Hasina carried out a brutal massacre on the students and the masses. This young man gave courage to the protesters at the critical moment of the country.
As always, on the 4th, after taking blessings from his mother, he left home around 12 o'clock. At that time, a student-public movement was going on in Mohipal, of Feni district. He joined them. On the other hand, the police force and Jubo League terrorists unleashed by the murderous Hasina attacked the students and the public. The police force and the terrorists began raining rubber bullets, tear gas, sound grenades, etc. Among them, he built resistance with the protesters. Suddenly, two bullets fired by the Jubo League hit his neck and chest. He immediately fell to the ground. The protesters nearby rescued him and took him to the hospital, where the on-duty doctor declared him dead.
Financial Condition of the Family
The martyr's family is very insolvent. His father is an ordinary driver who is not able to earn much. The eldest son of the family works in a dental clinic for a low salary. The youngest son passed the 8th grade and is currently unemployed. Both parents are almost insane after losing their child.
Feelings of Family and Close Relatives
Mir Asad, a friend of Shaheed Saiful, said, "Saiful was very humble. He was also active in the 2018 quota movement. He was a true patriot."
Shaheedul Islam, the elder brother of the martyr, said, "My brother was different from all of us. He spoke less, but cherished love for the country in his heart. Politically, he was never associated with any party."
The martyr's mother said, "My only educated son, whom I had many dreams about, became a martyr for the country. I want justice for him, I want the killers to be hanged."
 
Personal Information of the Shaheed at a Glance
Name: Saidul Islam
Profession: Student
Class: Twelfth, Institution: Bariarhat Degree College, Feni
Father: Md. Rafiqul Islam, Age: 54, Profession: Driver
Mother: Rahena Begum, Age: 45, Profession: Housewife
Date of Birth and Age: 23.09.2004, Age: 20 years
Current Address: Mohalla: Kalatali, Ward: Fazilpur 5, Thana/Upazila: Sadar, District: Feni
Permanent Address: Mohalla: Kalatali, Ward: Fazilpur 5, Thana/Upazila: Sadar, District: Feni
Family Members: 4
Details of Siblings: Two brothers
Elder Brother: Shaheedul Islam, Age: 25, Profession: Dental Assistant
Himself: Shaheed Saiful Islam
Sakibul Islam, Age: 17, Profession: Unemployed, Educational Qualification: 8th pass
Condition of House and Property: Insolvent family.
Place of Incident: Mohipal, Feni
Perpetrator: Zia Uddin Bablu, Local Jubo League Leader
Time, Date, and Place of Injury: August 4, 2024, Sunday, approximately 1:55 PM, Feni
Date, Time, and Place of Death/Martyrdom: 4/8/24, 1:55 PM, Mohipal, Feni
Grave's GPS Location: 22°58'02.1"N 91°29'28.7"E