Written by Date: August 05, 2024 – Location: Dhaka –
Faruk, a restaurant worker, is now bedridden in a hospital, having lost his sight in both eyes. During the recent celebrations following the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s government, Faruk was caught in the crossfire and was shot in the eyes.
Short Biography:
Faruk, a resident of Dhaka, had been working at a restaurant in Merul Badda for the past four years. He was actively involved in the recent protests against the government. During the celebrations following the government’s fall, he was caught in a violent clash and suffered severe eye injuries.
Event Details:
On the day of the celebrations, Faruk, along with thousands of others, took to the streets to celebrate the fall of the government. However, the joyous occasion turned tragic when the police opened fire on the crowd. Faruk was struck by a bullet that severely damaged his eyes, resulting in permanent blindness.
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