As president of the Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD), Rakibul
Islam Rakib led the July Mass Uprising from the frontlines. He was shot during
the movement. According to a list published by the organization, 142 JCD
leaders and activists were martyred during the protests. In an interview with Agamir
Somoy, he spoke about the origins of the quota reform movement, the
organization’s strategy, and his experiences during the turbulent days. Interview
by Amzad Hossain Hr...