At the funeral prayer of slain Inqilab Mancha spokesperson Sharif Osman Hadi, his elder brother Abu Bakr Siddiq made an emotional appeal for justice. The funeral took place at the South Plaza of the National Parliament in Dhaka, where Siddiq led the prayer and addressed mourners, recalling Hadi’s courage and his wish for his infant son to embody revolutionary spirit.

Siddiq expressed deep grief over his brother’s killing and criticized the authorities for failing to apprehend the gunmen even after a week. He questioned how the attackers could flee the capital in broad daylight and possibly cross the border within hours, calling it a matter of national shame. His remarks resonated with attendees, many of whom demanded swift investigation and accountability.

The killing of Hadi, a young political activist, has sparked widespread outrage and renewed debate over public safety and political violence in Bangladesh. Law enforcement agencies have yet to confirm any arrests, and pressure is mounting for a transparent inquiry.