Nasib Hasan Riyan

Nasib Hasan Riyan was the son of a local middle-class family in Dhaka. He was born to Golam Razzak, an employee of the Ministry of Agriculture, and Sami Akhter, a housewife, in Bismillah Union, Sher-e-Bangla Nagar in Dhaka. Born on September 13, 2007, during the caretaker government, he died on August 5, 2024, during the anti-discrimination student movement against the autocratic Hasina government. He spent the intervening 17 years in the foul, distrustful, and corrupt political environment of the autocratic Awami League government. He dreamed of studying at a major university abroad and bringing honor to the country, thereby improving Bangladesh's economic condition. For this reason, he studied very diligently.
Shaheed Riyan was a brilliant eleventh-grade student at the renowned Chemical Industries Corporation (BCIC) College in the capital. He had previously passed his SSC from Dhanmondi Boys' School with a GPA of 5. Riyan was the most beloved of his three brothers. He won everyone's hearts with his beautiful demeanor. A beautiful, pure soul could not stay on this earth for long. Because the loyal police force, who got jobs through the terrorist Awami League's quota system, could not tolerate Riyan. To prevent Riyan from enjoying the taste of freedom, he was sent away from this world with three bullets.
The Incident of Martyrdom
Today is Monday, August 5th. A memorable day for the Bengali nation. After 15 years, the ruling Awami League was defeated. The illegally empowered Prime Minister and Awami League President Sheikh Hasina, who created a terrible history of corruption, was forced to resign due to the quota movement. Sweet shops all over the country were emptied. People started taking to the streets to celebrate the victory. Nasib Hasan Riyan could not stay at home. Since his friend had been martyred in the anti-autocracy movement a few days ago, the fall of the autocrat was a great joy for him. Despite his parents' objections, Riyan participated in the anti-discrimination movement of students and citizens. When his friend Farhan Fayaz was killed in the movement on July 18, he said, "My brothers are dying for demanding justice, I cannot sit at home."
On August 5th, upon hearing the news of the autocratic government's fall, Nasib Hasan Riyan was entering Ring Road through Khilzi Road in Shyamoli with a victory procession of students and citizens. At that time, Nasib Hasan saw a group of killer police of the autocratic government and realized that they had not yet surrendered. These policemen were not real police; they were government terrorists in the name of police. He was surprised why they were still standing against the students and citizens with weapons!
Nasib Hasan Riyan always remembered Shaheed Abu Sayeed, how bravely Shaheed Abu Sayeed stood in front of the police. Nasib Hasan Riyan, overcoming all fear of life and ignoring the bloodshot eyes of falsehood, spread his two hands and said to the police, "Will you shoot? Shoot!
I am not afraid of falsehood. Why should I fear your bullets? I only fear Allah. Shoot! Let's see how many bullets you have in your guns." The killer police seemed to be waiting for this. As soon as they heard Riyan's words, they fired three bullets. The first bullet hit his chest and exited through his back. The second bullet entered under his ear and exited through his throat. The third bullet hit his chest and shoulder, tearing through his flesh. He died on the spot.
When taken to Suhrawardy Hospital, the doctor declared him dead. Thus, the armed terrorist forces, enemies of the country, masquerading as police, indulged in a wild killing spree. They proved that humans can be more dangerous than wild animals. Do they have no conscience? Didn't the Creator give them any sense to distinguish between truth and falsehood? They also have children like Riyan at home. If they had even a little bit of mercy, they wouldn't have fired.
Then who are they? What is their identity? Humans or something else? This student massacre surpassed even the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests and massacre. No one, not even America or Israel, has ever committed such a massacre. Autocrat Sheikh Hasina proved with this that she is the most notorious student mass murderer in history.
Elder Brother's Feelings
Riyan was self-confident, brave, and affectionate. His words were serious and balanced, demonstrating his intelligence. No one can forget his cheerful face, which made him known and beloved by everyone. He maintained his friendship with his brothers. He was keen to use the allocated time correctly for any task given to him and paid special attention to his work.
Riyan's Hobbies
• To become a good cricketer.
• To establish the laws of the Quran in this country.
• To alleviate the suffering of all people.
A Friend's Feelings
Nasib Hasan Riyan was everyone's favorite among us. His amiable demeanor captivated us. He was very good at his studies. Cricket was his favorite sport. Many of our classmates wanted to be like him.
His Father's Statement about Riyan
Before reaching adulthood, he committed himself to Islam, and he always went to the mosque at the beginning of prayers, regardless of cold, storm, or rain, and sat down to study after prayers. He was honest in his behavior, his always tearful eyes indicating his good sincerity, and his sole aim was to obey Almighty Allah. He always sought Allah's pleasure through his parents' satisfaction. He respected his father and was very affectionate towards his mother. He was committed to fulfilling his religious duties.
Shaheed Riyan was known for his high spirituality. He regularly went to the mosque to offer prayers. He used to prolong his ibadah, i.e. standing and prostration. He was an excellent example of a worshipper, performing ablution on Fridays and regularly. He used to get up for prayers in the middle of the night. He used to give charity secretly. He regularly distributed food to the poor and needy with his friend Farhan (who was martyred on July 18). Shaheed Riyan loved Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami and Islami Chhatrashibir very much.
Description of the Family's Economic Condition
Nasib Hasan Riyan's father works in the Ministry of Agriculture. His monthly income is 32,000 taka. He lives with his family in his own flat in Shyamoli, the capital. Nasib's elder brother studies in the first year of honors at Dhaka University, and his younger brother studies in the sixth grade. Nasib Hasan's father has a debt of 550,000 taka.
Preliminary Remarks
Nasib Hasan Riyan, along with all the martyrs of Bangladesh, is an eternal source of patriotism, sacrifice, and glory. Their lives, filled with progress, creativity, and innovation, will propel our lives forward, inspire our courage, and push us towards fulfilling our dreams. Heartfelt greetings and gratitude to the families, fathers, and mothers of the esteemed martyrs, who instilled the meaning of patriotism and loyalty in their children and who patiently endured their separation with courage. History will record their sacrifices in golden letters.
Martyr's Personal Information at a Glance
Martyr's Full Name : Nasib Hasan Riyan
Date of Birth : 13-09-2007
Place of Birth : Dhaka
Profession/Designation : Student, Bangladesh Chemical Industries Corporation (BCIC) College
Eleventh Grade
Father's Name : Golam Razzak, Employee, Ministry of Agriculture/52
Mother's Name : Sami Akhter, Housewife, 45
Permanent Address : Flat/Locality: T-A/1, 27/3, Road-3, Union: Bismillah Tower
Thana: Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, District: Dhaka
Current Address : Flat-A/1, 27/3, Road: 3, Bismillah Tower, Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, Dhaka
Marital Status : Unmarried
Education : Bangladesh Chemical Industries Corporation (BCIC) College, Eleventh Grade
Father's Name : Golam Razzak, Employee, Ministry of Agriculture/52
Mother's Name : Sami Akhter, Housewife, 45
Elder Brother : Nihash Hasan Rafin (20), First Year Honors, Dhaka University
Younger Brother : Nabil Hasan Rafsan (12), Sixth Grade, Dhanmondi
Place and Date of Injury : Shyamoli Ring Road
Date and Time of Death : August 5, 2024, 5:00 PM
Assailant : Police Force of the Autocratic Government
Funeral : First funeral held after bathing at Shyamoli Jame Mosque. Second funeral
held in Keraniganj, and then he was buried next to his maternal grandfather.
Burial : Keraniganj Graveyard, Dhaka