Noor Hossain facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Noor Hossain
নূর হোসেন
Hossain wearing the words "Let tyranny die!" at a protest for democracy, minutes before his death. Photographed by Dinu Alam.
Born	1961 East Pakistan
Died	November 10, 1987 (aged 26) Dhaka, Bangladesh
Cause of death	Shot by firearms by the Bangladesh Police
Resting place	Jurain, Dhaka
Monuments	Noor Hossain Square (formerly Zero Point)
Nationality	Bangladeshi
Known for	Being a symbol of opposition against Ershad's government and later as a symbol for the democracy movement in Bangladesh
Political party	Awami Jubo League
Parent(s)	Mujibur Rahman (father) Marium Bibi (mother)
Relatives	Ali Hossain (brother), Delwar Hossain (brother)

Noor Hossain (born 1961 – died November 10, 1987) was a young activist from Bangladesh. He became a symbol for democracy after he was killed during a protest in Dhaka on November 10, 1987. He was protesting against the government of President Hussain Muhammad Ershad. The place where he died, Zero Point, was later renamed Noor Hossain Square. Each year, November 10 is remembered as Shohid Noor Hossain Day to honor him. He is known as one of the most important heroes of Bangladesh's movement for democracy.

Noor Hossain's Early Life

Noor Hossain's family came from a village called Jhatibunia. This village is in the Pirojpur District of Bangladesh. His father, Mujibur Rahman, worked as an autorickshaw driver.

Moving to Dhaka

After the Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971, Noor's family moved to Dhaka. They lived on Banagram Road. Noor went to Radhasundari Primary School, which was also on Banagram Road.

Leaving School and Politics

Noor Hossain had to leave school when he was in 8th grade. This was because his family was very poor. He then went to a driving school to learn how to drive, just like his father. Noor was interested in politics. He joined the Banagram unit of the Joubo League and became its publicity secretary. Even though he wasn't rich or highly educated, Noor Hossain represented the struggles of everyday people. He became a public symbol for their fight.

The Dhaka Siege Protest

On November 10, 1987, many political groups came together. They planned a big protest called the "Dhaka Siege" or "Dhaka Blockade." Their main goal was to demand an end to the rule of President Hussain Muhammad Ershad.

Why People Protested

President Ershad had been in power since 1982 after taking control in a coup d'état (a sudden takeover of the government). He won an election in October 1987, but many people believed the election was unfair. Major political parties like the Awami League and Bangladesh National Party joined forces against his government. They wanted a new election for the Jatiya Sangsad (National Assembly) to be held by a neutral government.

The Protest Turns Violent

The protest rally on November 10, 1987, became violent. Several leaders and protesters, including Noor Hossain, were killed. Many hundreds of people were also hurt. Noor Hossain was one of three members of the Jubo League who died that day. After these deaths, the opposition groups called for a nationwide protest strike on November 11 and 12.

Noor Hossain's Message

Noor Hossain is remembered for the powerful message he carried on his body. Before he was shot, he had slogans painted in white on his skin. On his chest, it said "Down with autocracy" (Sairachar nipat jak). On his back, it said "Let Democracy Be Free" (Ganatantra mukti pak). His death made more people aware of the strong feelings against Ershad's government.

Aftermath and Legacy

President Ershad was removed from power on December 6, 1990. This happened because of the huge public movement that grew after the Dhaka Siege. After Ershad left office, Khaleda Zia became Bangladesh's first female prime minister. A year later, the government made November 10 an official day of remembrance. It was first called "Historic November 10 observance," but the Awami League supported the name "Noor Hossain Day," which it is known as today.

Ershad later apologized for Noor Hossain's death. His political party, the Jatiya Party, also remembers the day but calls it "Democracy Day." Noor Hossain and the square named after him remained important for protesters even after Ershad left office.

Zero Point was renamed Noor Hossain Square

Statue of Nur Hossain

Gallery

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  Noor Hossain

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  Protesters throw stones at police

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  Noor Hossain at 10 November 1987 protest for democracy in Dhaka

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  স্বৈরাচার নীপাত যাক// Shoirachar Nipat Jaak, Noor Hossain at Awami League Rally on 10 Nov 1987 Protest.

See also

In Spanish: Nur Hossain para niños