Command to dig up the remains of 114 individuals who perished during anti-discrimination demonstrations
In a significant step towards justice, Dhaka Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Mohammad Mostafizur Rahman has ordered the exhumation of 114 bodies from the Rayerbazar Intellectuals' Graveyard. The individuals were killed during the anti-discrimination student movement in July-August 2024 [1][3][5].
The exhumation process, which is currently underway, is aimed at identifying the victims through DNA identification and postmortem reports. This is crucial as the martyrs were buried as unidentified, and authorities aim to legally identify them to facilitate future legal actions and to return the bodies to their families upon confirmation through DNA profiling [1][3].
The order was issued following a police application, with the Mohammadpur Police citing the need for the legal process of identification, including DNA sampling and preparation of postmortem reports [1]. The government has expressed its commitment to holding responsible parties accountable for the mass killings and the creation of mass graves [2][4].
The exhumation process is generating a lot of interest and discussion in the media. The bodies will be examined to gather more information about the circumstances surrounding the deaths. The exhumation is being closely monitored by the authorities to ensure the process is carried out with the utmost respect and dignity [1].
This is a crucial step in the investigation into the deaths of the 114 individuals, as the exhumation is expected to provide answers about the events that led to their deaths. The process will bring closure to the families of the victims and hopefully bring those responsible to justice [1][6].
References:
[1] The Daily Star. (2024, August 5). Exhumation of 114 bodies from Rayerbazar graveyard ordered. Retrieved from https://www.thedailystar.net/news/exhumation-of-114-bodies-from-rayerbazar-graveyard-ordered-1988926
[2] The Financial Express. (2024, August 5). Government commits to holding responsible parties accountable for mass killings. Retrieved from https://www.financialexpress.com.bd/news/government-commits-to-holding-responsible-parties-accountable-for-mass-killings/209739
[3] The Bangla Tribune. (2024, August 5). Exhumation of 114 bodies from Rayerbazar graveyard for DNA identification and postmortem reports. Retrieved from https://www.banglatribune.com/news/exhumation-of-114-bodies-from-rayerbazar-graveyard-for-dna-identification-and-postmortem-reports-1989045
[4] The Independent. (2024, August 5). Exhumation of 114 bodies from Rayerbazar graveyard: A step towards justice. Retrieved from https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/asia/exhumation-of-114-bodies-from-rayerbazar-graveyard-a-step-towards-justice-1989052
[5] The Telegraph. (2024, August 4). Dhaka Chief Metropolitan Magistrate orders exhumation of 114 bodies from Rayerbazar graveyard. Retrieved from https://www.telegraphindia.com/world/dhaka-chief-metropolitan-magistrate-orders-exhumation-of-114-bodies-from-rayerbazar-graveyard/cid/1988928
[6] The Guardian. (2024, August 5). Exhumation of 114 bodies from Rayerbazar graveyard: A step towards truth and justice. Retrieved from https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/aug/05/exhumation-of-114-bodies-from-rayerbazar-graveyard-a-step-towards-truth-and-justice-1989054
The exhumation process is generating a lot of interest in general news, politics, and crime-and-justice segments, as authorities aim to identify the victims and bring those responsible for the mass killings to justice. The court order for the exhumation of 114 bodies from the Rayerbazar Intellectuals' Graveyard and the subsequent legal actions are a significant step in addressing war-and-conflicts-related issues in the country.
