Dhaka, Dec. 19 -- "Whatever he says at Shahbagh corner, he says the same to his family. Hadi was a person whose every fibre -- from head to toe -- oozed patriotism," said Monir Hossain, brother-in-law of Inqilab Moncho leader Sharif Osman bin Hadi.

The 32-year-old organiser, known nationwide for expressing his views on politics and the nation with unwavering conviction, was admired not only by his family but also by residents of Nalchity town in Jhalakathi district for his fearless stance.

Those who knew him from childhood recall Hadi always spoke out strongly against injustice.

Shahadat Alam Fakir, a local, said: "Hadi was our son of Nalchity. Since the 5th of August, he had devoted himself to fighting for the country, working to upho...