Former Chief Prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal, Mohammad Tazul Islam, described June 23 as a day of sorrow, recalling the loss of Bengal’s independence in 1757 at the Battle of Plassey. In a Facebook post, he said that although the country is now independent, the successors of Mir Jafar, symbolizing betrayal, remain active.

The source recounts that on June 23, 1757, Bengal lost its independence for 200 years due to the conspiracy of local traders, traitors, and the British. Nawab Siraj-ud-Daulah was defeated in a brief battle because of Mir Jafar’s betrayal, making his name synonymous with treachery in history. The text notes that history did not forgive those who betrayed the nation, as they faced tragic ends.

Tazul Islam emphasized that Bangladesh continues to face challenges from those who act against national interests, warning that the influence of modern-day traitors threatens the country’s independence and identity. He urged citizens to remain vigilant against such conspiracies.