Dhaka, Dec. 19 -- The family of Sharif Osman Hadi, the Inqilab Moncho convenor who died after being shot in Dhaka, has called for a memorial to be built in his honour at Shahbagh.

After news of Hadi's death broke on Thursday, relatives gathered at his family home in Jhalakathi's Nalchity on Friday. Several family members and supporters were seen breaking down in tears as they recalled his life and work.

They also demanded that those responsible for his killing be brought to justice and given exemplary punishment.

Speaking to journalists, Hadi's brother-in-law Amir Hossain Howlader said the family wanted his legacy to be formally recognised.

"Hadi rose to prominence at Shahbagh. A memorial should be built for him there."

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