The first martyr of the Liberation War was the heroic 12-year-old boy Sangku Samajhder, who sacrificed his life on 3 March 1971 during the massive non-cooperation movement rally held in Rangpur city.

• Sangku Samajhder is remembered as the first Shaheed (martyr) of Bangladesh’s Liberation War.

• His bravery and sacrifice at such a young age symbolize the patriotism and courage of the Bangladeshi people during their struggle for independence.

• His name remains etched in the nation’s history as a symbol of youthful heroism and unwavering dedication to freedom.