Jail Killing Day – Remembering Bangladesh’s Fallen Leaders
Jail Killing Day, observed annually on November 3, holds a significant place in the history of Bangladesh. The day commemorates the assassination of four national leaders—Syed Nazrul Islam, Tajuddin Ahmed, Captain (Rtd.) Mansur Ali and A H M Quamruzzaman—who played vital roles in the country's liberation and early government formation. Their tragic murder in Dhaka Central Jail in 1975, less than five years after independence, remains a painful reminder of the challenges Bangladesh faced during its formative years. This article commemorates their legacy, examines the events surrounding their assassination, and Read More