Protesters injured during the July mass uprising staged a demonstration at Shahbagh intersection this morning, demanding rehabilitation and compensation from the government.

Around 30-40 protesters gathered at Shahbagh around 11:00am and set a 2:00pm deadline for the government to hold talks with them.

Since there was no response for the government within the given time, the protesters blocked Shahbagh intersection.

Khaled Mansur,officer-in-charge (OC) of Shahbagh Police Station said, the protesters blocked the Banglamotor-bound lane on the road in front of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU) around 2:00pm to press for their demands.

Vehicular movement was disrupted in that direction.

As of 3:00pm, the protesters remained on the streets, chanting slogans, reports our photojournalist from the spot. However, traffic was still moving through other lanes of the intersection.

The protesters demanded financial assistance for those who have lost their ability to work permanently, including a monthly allowance of Tk 20,000, one-time compensation, and job training and employment in government or semi-government sectors for a family member of the injured.

They also called for a Tk 15,000 monthly stipend for those who have recovered and regained working ability, along with one-time compensation and employment opportunities in government or semi-government institutions.

Additionally, the demonstrators urged the government to enact a special protection law ensuring the safety of the injured and the families of those killed in the uprising.

They demanded strict legal provisions for any threats, harassment, or attempts on their lives. They also called for free psychological counselling for affected families and the introduction of a toll-free hotline to report harassment and seek assistance.