Motiur Rahman Rentu
Motiur Rahman Rentu | |
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| Born | 1954 Muksudpur, Gopalganj District, Bangladesh |
| Died | November 10, 2007 (aged 53) Paris, France |
| Occupation | Politician and Writer |
| Nationality | Bangladeshi |
| Citizenship |
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| Notable works | Amar Fashi Chai |
| Spouse | Moyna Rahman |
| Children | 2 |
| Parents | Abdul Bari (father) |
Matiur Rahman Rentu was a Bangladeshi politician and a writer. He has been widely discussed for his book Amar Fashi Chai, which vehemently criticised former prime minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina, during who's rule the book was banned.[1]
Early life
[edit]Born in 1954, Rentu was the son of Abdul Bari from Muksudpur Upazila in Gopalganj. He fought in the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971 as a freedom fighter of the Mukti Bahini. His contributions as a freedom fighter are recognized, which is evidenced by the inclusion of his name in official documents. He maintained close working relationships with Awami League Chairperson Sheikh Hasina from 1981 to 1997, and was her colleague and adviser.[2][3]
Personal Life
[edit]Rentu married Moyna Rahman, and together they have two daughters. Now, his family lives in Paris, France.
In 2003, Matiur Rahman Rentu left Bangladesh with his wife and two daughters. After spending a year in various countries across Europe, he settled permanently in Paris. This move was part of his efforts to escape the political turmoil and threats he faced in Bangladesh.
Death
[edit]Matiur Rahman Rentu passed away at the age of 53 on November 10, 2007, in Paris after battling lung cancer. He was laid to rest in Paris.[4]
Discussion
[edit]Matiur Rahman Rentu's life and work are considered an inseparable part of Bangladesh's political history. His writings have been disseminated in various countries and have significantly contributed to discussions surrounding contemporary politics and history in Bangladesh.[5] He was a complex and multifaceted personality who took on various roles, from freedom fighter to controversial writer.
His books became very popular after the fall of Sheikh Hasina following the July Revolution and Non-cooperation movement (2024).[6]
Bibliography
[edit]In 1999, the book Amar Fashi Chai was published, after which it was banned by the Awami League government.[7] Following the ban, there were attempts to assassinate Matiur Rahman. On June 20, 2000, at around 3:30 PM, he was shot at his residence on 9 No. BK Das Road. He sustained four bullet wounds in the attack but was able to survive. The incident significantly changed Matiur Rahman Rentu's life, leading him to write another book titled The Prime Minister of the Hidden Assassins, where he details the assassination attempt on him. In this book, he shares various experiences from his life and his political perspectives, providing insight into the turbulent political climate of Bangladesh during that period.
- Amar Fashi Chai (I Want to Be Hanged) (26 March 1999);[8]
- Ontorale Hotyakari Prodhanmontri (The Prime Minister of the Hidden Assassins) (16 December 2003).
References
[edit]- ^ "রানুর মাইক বন্ধ ৬ বার". বিডিনিউজ২৪. June 23, 2013. Retrieved September 6, 2024.
- ^ "পাবনার রায় নিয়ে কাদের-ফখরুল পাল্টাপাল্টি". বিডিনিউজ২৪. June 4, 2019. Retrieved September 6, 2024.
- ^ Bangladesh Under Awami Tyranny. Writers Republic LLC. January 28, 2022. p. 219. ISBN 978-1-64620-894-4. Retrieved September 6, 2024.
- ^ "Controversial author of 'Amar Fashi Chai' dies in Paris". বিডিনিউজ২৪. November 10, 2007. Retrieved September 6, 2024.
- ^ India's Hegemonic Design in Bangladesh (in Arabic). Writers Republic LLC. February 25, 2021. p. ১৩১. ISBN 978-1-63728-158-1. Retrieved September 6, 2024.
- ^ "Banned books that have made a comeback". The Business Standard. September 13, 2024. Retrieved October 1, 2024.
- ^ "বাঙালি কি আসলেই 'মিডিওকার' জাতি!". আমাদের সময়. February 4, 2023. Retrieved September 6, 2024.
- ^ Bangladesh: Social Media Outcries Against the Awami Fascism (in Bengali). Writers Republic. October 31, 2022. p. ৪৬৭. ISBN 979-8-88536-826-1. Retrieved September 6, 2024.