Injured victims of July uprising stage demo on Mirpur road
February 03, 2025 00:00:00
Those who received injuries during the July uprising block a road in Shyamoli in the city on Sunday, demanding proper treatment, rehabilitation and compensation. The blockade snarls up the traffic, causing immense sufferings for commuters. — FE Photo
Some victims who are undergoing treatment at NITOR with injuries sustained during the July-August uprising have been staging demonstrations by blockading Mirpur road on several demands.
The blockade disrupted traffic and caused severe traffic gridlock on the road and adjacent areas on the first working day of the week, reports UNB.
Their demands included proper medical treatment, rehabilitation, compensation, and official recognition of their sacrifices.
As of filing this report at 2:40pm, the protest was ongoing, disrupting the vehicular movement.
Earlier on Saturday night, the injured vicitms took to Agargaon-Shishu Mela Link Road around 9pm, halting traffic movement.