Journalist Nesar’s treatment crisis has reached a critical point.
Md. Nesar Uddin, a reporter for Asian TV and the daily Tritiyo Matra from Debidwar in Cumilla, was brutally attacked on October 2 while performing his professional duties. His hands and legs were broken, and the attackers poured boiling motorcycle oil on his right leg, leaving it severely burned.
Currently, Nesar is in excruciating pain at home after being forced to discontinue treatment due to lack of funds.
Doctors have confirmed that his right leg is now infected, and without immediate advanced treatment, amputation may be the only option.
Family in Deep Financial Distress
Nesar’s father is unemployed, while his wife, Deloara Begum, earns a meager income through sewing work.
According to doctors, around 10 lakh Bangladeshi Taka (approximately USD 9,000) is required for his full treatment—an amount impossible for the family to arrange.
Out of shame and dignity, Nesar’s family has not sought public donations, though they have already decided to sell their only home.
Wife’s Emotional Plea
“My husband and seven other journalists were attacked that day while gathering news,” said Deloara Begum.
“They snatched their phones, cameras, and money. My husband’s leg is now severely infected. Doctors said if he doesn’t get treatment soon, his leg will have to be amputated. But we simply cannot afford it.”
Legal Action and Investigation
Nesar filed a case naming five accused and thirty-five unidentified persons in connection with the attack.
Police have already arrested the prime suspect, Shahjahan (50), from his home in Debidwar’s Elahabad Purbo Para area.
The attack took place in front of the Elahabad Government Primary School.
Other Injured Journalists
The injured include:
Parvez Sarkar (Daily Dinkal), Nesar Uddin (Asian TV), Sohrab Hossain (Ajker Cumilla), Anwar Hossain (Dak Protidin), Abu Bakar Siddique (Amar Desh), Zahirul Islam Maruf (Kalbela), Shahjalal, and Saiful Islam Sajib.
The attack has sparked widespread condemnation and concern within the journalist community across Cumilla and beyond.
Journalist Nesar’s treatment crisis now stands as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by frontline reporters and the urgent need for collective humanitarian support.
