Farhad Hossain, a second-year history student at the University of Chittagong, was killed after being shot in the head during a quota reform protest in Magura on August 4. A resident of Raynagar village in Sreepur upazila, Farhad joined the protest in Magura after being unable to travel to Dhaka. Gunfire began against protesters near Parnanduali Bridge on the Dhaka-Magura highway. He was taken to hospital and declared dead, then buried that night at Raynagar cemetery.

His family said Farhad hoped to become a university teacher and spent much of his time attending classes, studying in the library and worshipping. Before leaving, he told his elder brother, “Let’s go, brother, and become martyrs.” His final request was for his phone and body to be delivered to his mother. His brother Golam Kibria said their mother, Shirina Begum, was devastated by the news.

A murder case was filed at Magura Sadar police station on August 21, 2024, naming 69 people, including two former members of parliament. Nearly two years later, no charge sheet has been filed. Police said the investigation remains underway to identify actual accused and prevent harassment of innocent people. The family seeks swift and fair justice.