Zia's death anniversary today

[Imran Khan]

a group of disgruntled army officers ????

what the hell i was unaware of this fact

 

[PlanetSoldier]

Zia was a fearless military officer who fought against the invading Indian troops in the Khemkaran sector to protect Lahore from falling in the hands of India. Of all the PA regiments East Bengal Regiment received the most number of medals in that war of 1965. This same Zia at a later time proclaimed the independence of Bangladesh on behalf of Bangabandhu Sk. Mujibur Rahman when all the top political leaders were unable to give any direction.

Today, the AL people try to demean Zia's declaration of independence by comparing him to an unimportant AL leader Hannan of Chittagong. Thing is, Major Zia was an officer of the Pakistan Army, and his proclamation was a direct rebellion against Pakistan. It was a time when unprepared Bangali troops of East Bengal regiment (EBR), East Pakistan Rifles (EPR), Police and Ansar were being disarmed at gunpoints and killed.

Many hundreds have already been killed by the time Zia proclaimed independence. This so happened because no political leader had yet given any direction to the people of the then east Pakistan. They just did not know what they were supposed to do?

A hitherto unknown Pakistan Army officer Zia's proclamation gave the troops and the people a direction that the Bangalis of Pakistan would have to fight to liberate their country. With his proclamation all the bangali troops, police and ansars made a dash away from the non-Bangali troops to avoid sudden arrest and killing at their hands.

These troops became the core of the Liberation Army of Bangladesh. They provided training to the civilian volunteers who opted to fight the enemy. So, it was virtually Zia's proclamation that instigated the armed liberation war. Until then it was a political struggle under an united Pakistan to safeguard the intetrest of the Bangalis.

Zia's 2nd contribution was when he was finally selected to lead the country by the military and population combinedly on Nov 7, 1975. On 16 December 1971 Bangladeshi people liberated their country, and on Nov. 7, 1975 they felt that they have again liberated the country from the control of India. To our people both the dates weigh same.

So, essentially, Zia had saved the country two times in his lifetime only to be killed indirectly by Gen. Ershad at the instigation of India. May Allah grant him eternal Paradise.

So far I know first local awami league leader was proposed (maybe that Hannan) to declare the independence but that coward refused that for the fear of life. Later army officer Major Zia took the responsibility to declare. This bal now dances with glory of our independence war. Almost no bal guys were directly involved in war, all were under hideout. And at the end of war came notorious Mujib Bahini who actually started looting that lasted even after war.

BTW, do you have any firm source that says Ershad is behind the killing of Zia? I'm confused, Ershad continued everything initiated by Zia. During Ershad era our relation with China, Saudi Arab and Pakistan got a new height (initiated by Zia). Maybe there was 7 times state level visit by Ershad to China. Pakistan that time gifted 1/2 squadron of F-6 fighters to Bangladesh. If Ershad were influenced by india, how China, Pakistan relation got warmer then?

 

[kobiraaz]

Assassination of Ziaur Rahman Ziaur Rahman, the president of Bangladesh, was assassinated by a faction of officers of Bangladesh Army, on May 30, 1981, in the south-eastern port city of Chittagong. Zia went to Chittagong to arbitrate a clash between the local leaders of his party, Bangladesh Nationalist Party. On the night of May 30, a group of officers, led by Major General Abul Monjur (the regional commander of the Chittagong Cantonment, and Zia's comrade from the Bangladesh Liberation War of 1971), commandeered Chittagong Circuit House, the government residence where Zia was staying. There they shot dead Zia and several others. Aftermath After the assassination of Ziaur Rahman on 30 May 1981, Hussain Muhammad Ershad, the Chief of Army Staff, remained loyal[1] to the government and ordered the army to suppress the coup attempt of Zia's associates led by Major General Abul Manzoor. It is widely speculated[who?] that Monjur was used as a scapegoat and Ershad himself was behind the liquidation of President Zia; although never proven in any court of law, even when Zia's widow was in power in 1991-1996 and again in 2001-2006. While Maj Gen Abul Monjur was alleged to have become totally disillusioned with Zia over military and personnel issues (including transfer, which equalled demotion, to Chittagong), many later accused Ershad of having covertly organised that coup, using Monjur. One key issue that is discussed is whether a coup could have been organised from Chittagong, without also securing the capital city of Dhaka (which Ershad controlled). It is speculated that Ershad gave this support only because of the clear, national revulsion against the assassination of Zia. Monjur's death - at first described as having been at the hands of an "enraged mob", but later shown in an autopsy report to have been via a gunshot to the back of the head - added to the mystery. The rest of the conspirators were tried in military court, and given sentences ranging from the death penalty to imprisonment[citation needed]. Following Zia's death, Vice President of Bangladesh Justice Abdus Sattar became Acting President. He was elected in a popular vote in December 1981 but was deposed in 24 March 1982 by a bloodless coup by Ershad. One of the accused of Zia's murder case, captain (Rtd.) Giasuddin Ahmed is now a Awami League member of Jatiya Sangshad from Gaffargaon Upazila, Mymensingh District. 12 officers mostly 1971 veterans, were hanged for their alleged involvement in the May 30 killing of president Ziaur Rahman after a hasty trial in a military court that completed the trial process only in 18 days. The 13th officer was hanged two years later as he was being treated for bullet wounds he had received during the May 30 incident in Chittagong. The officers were arrested in between June 1 and 3 in 1981 and a court martial chaired by Major General Abdur Rahman began at Chittagong Central Jail on July 10 and ended on July 28. 12 officers were executed

 

[PlanetSoldier]

How was he killed? A little detail plz

Zia actually survived a record number of coups. Sorry can't give you the number at this moment (will try to post detail later). Egyptian intelligence agency warned Zia of possible coups at the end of his time. It helped him a lot but finally had to die. It was the most tense month (other than 2001 border conflict) between Bangladesh and india over Talpatti issue. On 13th or 14th May Bangladesh sent its frigate (probably we had only a second hand one gifted by UK) that moved around Talpatti with 2/3 indian frigates though then literally we didn't have Navy but Zia was adamant on that issue. Probably this was the cause of the sure shot coup that he could not escape.

 

[kalu_miah]

I had the opportunity to briefly meet and shake hands with this great leader. Indeed he was an inspiration for Bangladesh. If he had lived longer, the story of Bangladesh would be different.

This brings up an important issue, in third world countries we are too much dependent on great leaders and personalities, we need a system that depends more on a team rather than individuals. National leadership should always have contingencies and alternates so they can kick in at the loss of any one individual.

 

[Armstrong]

I had the opportunity to briefly meet and shake hands with this great leader. Indeed he was an inspiration for Bangladesh. If he had lived longer, the story of Bangladesh would be different.

This brings up an important issue, in third world countries we are too much dependent on great leaders and personalities, we need a system that depends more on a team rather than individuals. National leadership should always have contingencies and alternates so they can kick in at the loss of any one individual.

You know, it is said, that one of the reasons why Fatima Jinnah didn't want to come into politics and instead wanted to concentrate on building institutions was that she believed that Nations are built not through individuals but through enduring institutions ! I believe she was absolutely spot on !

 

[M_Saint]

You know, it is said, that one of the reasons why Fatima Jinnah didn't want to come into politics and instead wanted to concentrate on building institutions was that she believed that Nations are built not through individuals but through enduring institutions ! I believe she was absolutely spot on !

And Alas! Those, who segregated/Boxed up Muslims of SA by using her brother, didn't let his prodigy/disciple (Liakot Ali Khan) to make it happen that ultimately cost the breakup of united PAK.

Pakistani Saga is the most tested/experimented guinea pigy's one, nothing seconds on it. Civil>Army then Civil>Army; so no root can see depth and stays at 'Playing Doll' for imperialists, thanks.

 

[M_Saint]

So far I know first local awami league leader was proposed (maybe that Hannan) to declare the independence but that coward refused that for the fear of life. Later army officer Major Zia took the responsibility to declare. This bal now dances with glory of our independence war. Almost no bal guys were directly involved in war, all were under hideout. And at the end of war came notorious Mujib Bahini who actually started looting that lasted even after war.

BTW, do you have any firm source that says Ershad is behind the killing of Zia? I'm confused, Ershad continued everything initiated by Zia. During Ershad era our relation with China, Saudi Arab and Pakistan got a new height (initiated by Zia). Maybe there was 7 times state level visit by Ershad to China. Pakistan that time gifted 1/2 squadron of F-6 fighters to Bangladesh. If Ershad were influenced by india, how China, Pakistan relation got warmer then?

BTW, do you have any firm source that says Ershad is behind the killing of Zia? I'm confused, Ershad continued everything initiated by Zia. During Ershad era our relation with China, Saudi Arab and Pakistan got a new height (initiated by Zia). Maybe there was 7 times state level visit by Ershad to China. Pakistan that time gifted 1/2 squadron of F-6 fighters to Bangladesh. If Ershad were influenced by india, how China, Pakistan relation got warmer then?

PlanetSoldier, Ershd's continuation of Zia's legacy could be dubbed as cunning fox killing chicken then nurturing her hens by its (fox's) term, understand? Ershd went to train in Dehradun, IND and came back around the same time of Hasian's return from the same country. Now, notorious Dehradun is known as the production facility of RAW's brain children thus Ershd is rightly called the 2nd worst RAW agent in BD. People tell me that even his utensils in kitchen are bought by RAW's money.

Again, please connect the dots on why Manjur, JMB's leaders weren't made public and let die hurriedly with all the secrets? Then find out the reason for Ershd, MUA, FUA's unconditional RAWamy leaning over true nationalists to set the correct investigative track. Later do some research on both Ersh, MUA/FUA's endeavors on making fake nationalists by breaking BNP up but not harming RAWamys? Hope you will get the lead from there on to draw the conclusion, thanks.

 

[livingdead]

Is ershad believed to be a RAW agent in bangladesh?

 

[eastwatch]

And Alas! Those, who segregated/Boxed up Muslims of SA by using her husband, didn't let her husband's prodigy (Liakot Ali Khan) to make it happen that ultimately cost the breakup of united PAK.

Pakistani Saga is the most tested/experimented guinea piggy's one, nothing seconds on it. Civil>Army then Civil>Army; so no root can see depth and stays at 'Playing Doll' for imperialists, thanks.

I am now sure that you are really a Burmese because you do not really know who was who in Pakistan. Fatima Jinnah was the younger sister of Quaid-E-Azam Md. Ali Jinnah. But, you have said she was the wife of Jinnah. Only a Burmese will say against the creation of a Muslim majority Pakistan. Stop trolling and stick to the topic.

 

[Hulk]

one of the best leader not only in Bangladesh but in the lager Muslim world



late president shaheed zia ur rahman

Why was he assassinated?

 

[eastwatch]

He sounds like a good leader; I, unfortunately, haven't had the chance to read up on him but I'd be sure to do now. A question, if you will : How is a looked upon by Awami League supporters and consequently the majority of Bangladeshis. I'm assuming that majority of Bangladesh supports the Awami League.

So far, Ziaur Rahman remains the most popular leader in Bangladesh. His wife and two sons use his name to enhance their power, money and popularity. He was a visionery leader who made patches with Pakistan, China and other Muslim countries. From his time the people of Bd started to think themelves as a truly independent nation. He faced Indian bully with courage.

BD did not have a strong military at that time. It was less than 1/4th of what BD military is now. But, his strong leadership was enough to motivate the civilians to fight and die for the country if India dared to make an attack. However, the cunning India preferred a conspiracy to kill him, rather than waging a war.

BNP lost its support in the 2009 election due to misrule or no rule at all. The leaders were competing against each other to steal money from the country. Tareque Zia is mostly responsible for that unpopularity. He is more his mother's son rather than his father's son. He singlehandedly destroyed himself, her mother, his father's BNP and the country's economy. He was Mr. 10%.
In a new election BNP is almost certain to win because AL is doing more than BNP mistakes.

 

[saleen_s7]

Why was he assassinated?

There are many assumptions like you will find here but the official story goes something like a few army leaders tried to do a coup, which was later unsupported by majority.

 

[kobiraaz]

Problem is Is it possible to make a coup from Chittagong? There was someone in Dhaka, who was part of the coup..... It is still a mystery why those officers in Chittagong were killed without trial..... Md.Akmal please could you share what Amar fashi chai writer wrote about this?

 

[Avisheik]

Is ershad believed to be a RAW agent in bangladesh?

Nope not really. He was one of the leaders that made a difference as well

Why was he assassinated?

Greed for power, revenge and unhappiness among the group of officers