Md. Hossain

Md. Hossain was born on May 10, 2000, in a modest family in Bhola District. His father, Md. Jafar, is a day laborer, and his mother, Rina, is also a day laborer but has lost her ability to work due to illness. Among the family's three children, Md. Hossain was the sole breadwinner, earning 20,000 taka per month to alleviate their burden.
Driven by hardship, the family relocated to Basila Road in Swapnadhara Housing, Mohammadpur Upazila, Dhaka District, 25 years ago. Despite their move to Dhaka, financial difficulties continued to plague them. Compelled by poverty, Hossain's mother, even in her old age, was forced to work as a day laborer, despite her own health issues. The financial strain on the family intensified due to Hossain's younger brother's disability and their mother's illness. They were burdened with 400,000 taka in debt, which further complicated their daily existence.
When the anti-quota movement, which began on July 5th, transformed into an anti-discrimination movement, this murderous Awami government halted all forms of transportation. The BGB was even deployed onto the streets. However, as the courageous students and citizens continued their protests, defying Hasina's police and the BGB, the Awami terrorist government was forced to deploy the army and impose a curfew. This further exacerbated Hossain's predicament. He faced immense hardship, supporting a family of five, including his wife, two five-year-old daughters, his ailing mother, and his disabled brother. Those struggling to make ends meet cannot afford to remain idle. With this in mind, Shaheed Hossain ventured out in his truck again on July 18th, despite the curfew. Entrusting his life to the Almighty, little did he know that fate would play such a cruel trick on him. But it was not a trick of fate; it was the cruelty of the dictator Hasina. She had given her oppressive police force a free hand to kill people, and Hossain became a victim of their brutality.
Unable to drive his vehicle during the day, Shaheed Hossain set out on Thursday night, July 18th. At 3:00 AM, while returning home from work, Hossain's head and hands were riddled with bullets by the dictator's police. He died on the spot. Although neighbors witnessed the incident, none dared to come forward to help.
When Hossain's body was brought to his doorstep, his mother and wife broke down in inconsolable grief. His two five-year-old daughters, Lima and Sima, gradually awoke with sleepy eyes. Tears welled up in their eyes, and soon, they began to flow like rain. Their heart-wrenching cries seemed to make all the nocturnal creatures—the night birds, the street dogs, and the crickets—weep along. That night was a nightmare for his family. Hossain's wife and three children, especially the two five-year-old girls, Lima and Sima, were unable to bear the grief of their father's death.
On July 19th, the first funeral prayer was held at the local Mohammadpur mosque at 11:00 AM, followed by a second funeral prayer after Isha. He was buried in the family graveyard in Bhola. Everyone bids him farewell in a somber atmosphere. Following Md. Hossain's death, his family has been living in dire circumstances. They now rely on monthly and annual donations. Assistance is also needed to cover the children's educational expenses.
Personal Information of the Shaheed at a Glance
Name : Md. Hossain
Father's Name : (Deceased) Md. Jafar
Mother's Name : Rina
Family Members : 5
Profession : Truck Driver
Monthly Income (Previous) : 20,000 Taka
Current Income : None
Permanent and Current Address : Basila Road, Swapnadhara Housing Union, Mohammadpur, Dhaka