The Ministry of Liberation War Affairs has instructed District Commissioners (DCs) across the country to collect detailed information on underprivileged children of “July martyrs” as part of a new scholarship initiative.
The programme aims to ensure that these students can continue their education without disruption.
The interim government had recognised individuals killed during the 2024 movement that led to the fall of the Awami League government as “July martyrs.” The current government’s election manifesto includes a commitment to support the education of children from these families.
The initiative is also backed by the “July Uprising Martyr Families and July Fighters Welfare and Rehabilitation Ordinance, 2025,” which mandates the creation of educational and employment opportunities for affected families.
DCs have been directed to submit verified information on students currently enrolled in educational institutions using the attached table. Submissions must include both hard copies and digital MS Excel files, with a soft copy emailed to dsjmu@molwa.gov.bd
Earlier, following a meeting with Tarique Rahman on March 2, former Liberation War Affairs Minister Hafiz Uddin Ahmed announced plans to provide educational allowances to prevent dropout among children of July martyrs and fighters.
Hafiz Uddin Ahmed has since been appointed Speaker, while Ahmed Azam Khan has taken office as the new Minister of Liberation War Affairs to oversee the implementation of the scholarship programme.
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