Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur  Rahman -File Photo

DHAKA, Feb 8, 2026 (BSS)- Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur 
Rahman has expressed profound shock at the death of July fighter Ashraful, 
who passed away in the morning while undergoing treatment at the Intensive 
Care Unit (ICU) of National Institute of Neurosciences Hospital.

In a condolence message, he said, "On August 5 in 2024, during the student-
people's uprising at Mirpur-10, Ashraful was shot in the head. He was first 
treated in the country and later sent to Thailand for advanced treatment, 
where he remained in ICU for 14 months. After returning home on February 4 
this year, he was admitted again at the ICU of Neurosciences hospital."
 
"Today, he has passed away (Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un). I express 
deep sorrow at his demise," the statement reads.

"Many July fighters are still under treatment in hospitals and their 
sufferings are ongoing. Ashraful is one of those who gave their lives and 
sacrifices for the new Bangladesh. The nation will remember them with full 
respect," according to the condolence letter.

Dr. ShafiqurRahman prayed for Ashraful's forgiveness and acceptance as a 
martyr, and conveyed heartfelt sympathy to his bereaved family and fellow 
fighters.