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Comment: You have all your references in a rush at the end. Please read and implement WP:REFB and WP:CITE.All inline links should be removed, please, and turned into references if appropriate, Wikilinks, or external links in a section so named. See Wikipedia:External links. There should be no links pointing to external sources until those in the 'References' section (with the exception of one optional link in any infobox).There is little point in reviewing ths further until you solve the immediate problems. Hwever,m I can say with complete confidence that the huge quotations you have included are not appropriate. Wikipedia is not interested in what Photo has to say. Wikipedia is only interested in what others say about him. You have work to do. 🇺🇦 FiddleTimtrent FaddleTalk to me 🇺🇦 19:30, 4 August 2024 (UTC)
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Abdul Mazid Photo | |
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| আব্দুল মজিদ ছবি | |
| Upazila Chairman of Saturia | |
| Constituency | Saturia Upazila, Manikganj |
| In office 2009–2014 | |
| Preceded by | Bashir Uddin Thandu |
| In office 2019–2024 | |
| Succeeded by | Mohammed Shajahan Ali Saju |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 10th July 1955 Manikganj, East Bengal, Pakistan (Now, Manikganj, Bangladesh) |
| Died | 23 July 2024 Manikganj , Bangladesh) |
| Political party | Bangladesh Awami League |
| Occupation |
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| Military service | |
| Branch/service | 
Mukhti Bahini, Kader Bahini |
| Battles/wars | Bangladesh Liberation War |
Abdul Mazid Photo (July 10 1955 - July 23 2024) was a Bangladeshi freedom fighter, Awami League politician, lawyer, and philanthropist. He served as the Chairman of the Upazila Parishad in Saturia, Manikganj, as well as the Senior Vice President of the Manikganj District Awami League, and was an active member of the Bangladesh Awami League National Committee.
He was also a soldier in the Kader Bahini, during the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971.
Early life
editAbdul Mazid Photo was born on July 10, 1955, in Manikganj, East Bengal, Pakistan (now Manikganj, Bangladesh).
He joined the Bangladesh Chhatra League, the student wing of the Awami League, in 1968 and actively participated in the 1969 East Pakistan mass uprising.
Mazid also campaigned for the Awami League during the 1970 Pakistani general election.
Military service
editAbdul Mazid Photo was a soldier in the Kader Bahini under Abdul Kader Siddique, fighting for independence and the foundation of a sovereign Bangladesh.
Political Career
editStudent Leadership
editIn early 1976, Abdul Mazid Photo, alongside Jahangir Kabir Nanak, Joint General Secretary of the Bangladesh Awami League, campaigned across the various halls of Dhaka University in favor of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman following his assassination.
In late November 1976, following a decision to build a student movement against Ziaur Rahman, Abdul Mazid Photo, then VP of Manikganj Government Debendra College University, and VPs from 17 other major colleges and universities were arrested, tortured, and detained for months. During this time, he was held with Obaidul Quader, now the General Secretary, and participated in meetings with Awami League leaders. Abdul Mazid Photo was released from jail in 1977
"In late November 1976, following a decision made at Dhaka College Auditorium in the presence of VPs from various colleges and universities to build a student movement against "murderer Zia," I, Abdul Majid Photo, VP of Manikganj Government Debendra College University, along with VPs from 17 other major colleges and universities, were arrested the next day. We endured inhumane torture and were detained for months. During this time, the current General Secretary, respected leader Obaidul Quader, was also arrested and held in the security cell of the same prison. I used to be with Obaidul Quader during meetings with Awami League leaders and workers. I was released from jail in 1977." - Abdul Mazid Photo
1977: Re-elected as VP of Manikganj Government Debendra College Student Union and served as convener of Manikganj District Chhatra League.
1979: Elected as Vice President of the Manikganj Government Debendra College Student Union for the third time and served as convener of the Manikganj District Chhatra League.
Political Challenges and Activism
editMazid became a member of the Executive Committee of the Manikganj District Awami League in 1986.
The anti-autocracy movement peaked in 1987, fueled by widespread dissatisfaction with Hussain Muhammad Ershad's military regime. The movement, sponsored by numerous political parties, student organizations, and civil society organizations, demanded the restoration of democratic governance and the abolition of authoritarian authority. It involved nationwide protests, marches, and acts of civil disobedience.
Abdul Mazid Photo was an important member of the Manikganj District Awami League at the time. His dedication to the movement was demonstrated by his participation in marches and rallies calling for the fall of Ershad's dictatorship. His role was strong enough to make him a target of the authorities.
1987 Imprisonment
editMazid was detained in 1987 and subjected to torture as part of the regime's crackdown against the anti-autocracy movement. He was subjected to physical torture and terrible conditions, making him the only well-known figure in Manikganj District to be targeted in this manner. This reatment revealed the regime's measures for suppressing dissent and political opposition.
"I was arrested during the anti-autocracy movement, subjected to inhumane torture, and imprisoned for months." - Abdul Mazid Photo
Struggles and Advocacy (1991-2003)
editIn 1991, despite getting the most votes, Abdul Mazid Photo was chosen Organizational Secretary of the Manikganj District Awami League rather than General Secretary due to interference. He continued to strengthen the party and lead anti-BNP-Jamaat movements, maintaining faith in the principles of Bangabandhu, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, and Sheikh Hasina.
Leadership and Key Roles
edit2003-2015: Served as the Joint General Secretary of Manikganj District Awami League.
Abdul Mazid Photo was elected as the Upazilla Chairman of Saturia Upazila in 2009 by a large margin of votes and sucessfully carried out his responsibilities until the end of his term in 2014.
During the Manikganj District Awami League’s triennial council on January 17, 2015, Abdul Mazid Photo and Golam Mohiuddin were candidates for the position of President for the Manikganj District Awami League. Ahmed Hossein, Organizational Secretary of the Bangladesh Awami League Central Committee, and Zahid Malek, both communicated that Sheikh Hasina preferred Golam Mohiuddin for the role. Despite significant support from local leaders and workers for Abdul Mazid Photo, he withdrew his candidacy out of respect for Sheikh Hasina’s wishes, believing her instructions were to appoint Golam Mohiuddin as President.
Later Career
editMazid's later years were marked by continued dedication to his political career and public service.
Mazid served as Senior Vice President of the Manikganj District Awami League from 2016 until his death in 2024.
In addition to his local commitments, Mazid's influence extended to the national level. In 2023, he was appointed as a member of the National Committee of the Bangladesh Awami League. He served in this capacity until his passing in 2024, demonstrating his dedication to the party and its principles.
In 2019, Abdul Mazid Photo was elected as the Upazila Chairman of Saturia Upazila for a second term and served until 2024. He declined a third term and withdrew from the elections upon the recommendation of family and friends due to his deteriorating health. [3]
Legal Contributions
edit2018-2019: served as the elected President of Manikganj District Bar Association.
2019-2020: Re-elected and served as the President of Manikganj District Bar Association for the second time.
Philanthropic Activities
editMazid served as the Chairman of the Manikganj Chapter of ADAB (Association of Development Agencies in Bangladesh), an organization of all NGOs in Bangladesh, for five years.
Abdul Mazid Photo made contributions to his community through his philanthropic efforts. He built Railla Abdul Mazid Photo Adarsha High School and, constructed a mosque, a graveyard, and madrasa.
Legacy
editAbdul Mazid Photo's legacy is defined by his dedication to democratic ideas, and his services to the community. As a politician and freedom fighter.
"For over 54 years in politics, I have never deviated from Bangabandhu's ideals. I have remained on the streets with leaders and workers, risking my life in all movements and struggles, and staying close to the grassroots leaders and workers of Awami League in Manikganj district. I was arrested when the anti-autocracy movement and the movement against the BNP-Jamaat coalition government reached its peak; no one else from Manikganj District Awami League was arrested. Only I was arrested, inhumanely tortured, and detained in prison for months during the regimes of Bangabandhu's killer Zia, autocrat Ershad, and the BNP-Jamaat coalition government. Only my house and chamber were vandalized, and my car was set on fire. During the anti-autocracy movement and the movement against the BNP-Jamaat coalition government, BNP-Jamaat terrorists and the police beat me, injuring my entire body. I have never done anything that would tarnish the party's image or harm the party; nothing that would embarrass Bangabandhu's daughter, people's leader, jewel of the country Sheikh Hasina. In Manikganj, those who risked their lives in movements and struggles to bring the party to power are neglected by the top party leaders of the district, causing resentment. Irregularities, corruption, looting, election business, committee business at various levels, taking money from children of BNP and Jamaat for jobs, and taking large sums of money monthly from Manikganj's sand quarries, Aricha-Paturia ferry terminal, and Manikganj district's transport sector by those in the main leadership have severely tarnished the party's image." - Abdul Mazid Photo
References
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- ^ "Permission for Abdul Mazid Photo to Leave the Country for Medical Treatment" (PDF). Local Government Division, Government of Bangladesh. 12 May 2024. Retrieved 28 July 2024.
- ^ "'Manikganj Free Day' celebrated". Bangladesh Post. 14 December 2018. Retrieved 28 July 2024.
- ^ "100 houses, crop lands eroded in Manikganj". Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS). 3 July 2022. Retrieved 28 July 2024.
- ^ "59 landless families get new houses in Saturia". The Daily Asian Age. 29 June 2022. Retrieved 28 July 2024.
- ^ "Relief distribution continues among flood-hit people in Manikganj". The Daily Observer. 12 August 2020. Retrieved 28 July 2024.
- ^ "Manikganj". The Daily Observer. 26 February 2019. Retrieved 28 July 2024.
- ^ "Manikganj heroic freedom fighter late Ad. Guard of Honor given to Abdul Mazid Photo". AMAR NEWS. 28 July 2023. Retrieved 28 July 2024.
- ^ "Railla Abdul Mazid Photo Adarsha High School". Masters Admission. Retrieved 3 August 2024.
- ^ "Representatives demand free upazila parishad". The Daily Star. 22 January 2010. Retrieved 3 August 2024.
- ^ "Open House Day held in Saturia". The Asian Age. 16 June 2022. Retrieved 3 August 2024.
- ^ "Work on new voter ID card begins in Manikganj". The Daily Star. 5 March 2009. Retrieved 3 August 2024.
- ^ "Welcome to the Official Website of Saturia Upazila". Saturia Upazila. Retrieved 3 August 2024.