The Ministry of Liberation War Affairs has decided to verify the list of genuine freedom fighters and preserve the accurate history of Bangladesh’s Liberation War. The decision was made on Sunday, February 22, 2026, during a meeting at the ministry’s conference room with members of the National Freedom Fighters Council (JAMUKA). The meeting was chaired by Liberation War Affairs Minister Hafiz Uddin Ahmed (Bir Bikrom), according to an official press release.

During the meeting, several key decisions were adopted to ensure the authenticity of the freedom fighters’ list and to safeguard the true historical record. The minister emphasized that the Liberation War is the fundamental basis of the country’s independence and should not be conflated with other movements. He expressed concern over the political misuse of the Liberation War’s spirit, noting that such misuse has deprived younger generations of learning the true history.

The minister further stated that the immense sacrifices and endurance of the freedom fighters remain unknown to many in the new generation, underscoring the importance of preserving the Liberation War’s legacy as the foundation of the nation.