Dhaka, July 22 -- The July Shaheed Smrity Foundation was launched with solemn promises of care and financial support for those who suffered in the July 2024 uprising.
Yet, nearly a year later, thousands of victims remain in limbo, their lives defined by waiting, repeated pleas, and mounting despair.
An English daily reported on Monday that, with an initial fund of Tk 100 crore from the chief adviser's relief and welfare fund, the foundation was envisioned as a lifeline.
In reality, it has failed to keep pace with the needs of those it was meant to serve.
Out of 14,541 officially registered wounded individuals, fewer than 7,000 have received the initial Tk 1,00,000 grant, while only 523 have been supported in the second phase.
The pligh...