Secret Documents of Intelligent Branch on Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman volume-V (1958-1959)
বিশেষ দ্রষ্টব্যঃ কপিরাইট সমস্যা যাতে না হয় সেকারণে সকল লেখা শুধুমাত্র ‘only Readable’, ‘non-downloadable’ ও ‘non-clickable’ রাখা হয়েছে। সংগ্রামের নোটবুকের সকল নথি-পত্রিকা-দলিল-সংকলন-বই থেকে নেয়া তথ্য-ছবি-ভিডিও শুধুমাত্র গবেষণার কাজে ব্যবহার্য। বাংলাদেশের স্বাধীনতা সংগ্রাম ও মুক্তিযুদ্ধ গবেষণার জন্য সংগ্রামের নোটবুক একটি অলাভজনক অবাণিজ্যিক স্বেচ্ছাশ্রমে গড়া প্রচেষ্টা।
1
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and HS Suhrawardy attended a meeting at Comilla Idgah Maidan, where they urged upon the audience to support Awami League nominee in the by-election of Sadar North-East Constituency.
Comilla, 11 January 1958
EXTRACT FROM A/I No. 2
FOR THE WEEK ENDING 11/1/58
3.
Political Activities
(C) Other
77. Tippera1 – A meeting (10,000) under the auspices of the Tippera District Awami League was held on 7th January at the Comilla Idgah Maidan, with Abdul Ghani, Assistant Public Prosecutor, son of Abbas Ali, of Kagirkona, Daudkandi, Tippera and of Comilla town, in the chair. Speakers, Asad Ullah Siraji, (AL), Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy2 (para. 15), the Awami League Chief and Shaikh Mujibur Rahman (para 15), General Secretary, East Pakistan Awami League, urged upon the audience to support the Awami League nominee in the ensuing by election of the Tippera Sadar North East Constituency.
………………………………………………………………..
1. Tippera – The greater Cumilla region was once under ancient Kingdom of Samatata and joined with Tripuri Kingdom. It came under the rule of East India Company in 1765 and was established as Tippera district [also known as Chakla (administrative division) Roshnabad in 1790]. Later, it was reorganized in three phases into six districts.
2. Huseyn Shaheed Suhrawardy (8 September 1892 – 5 December 1963) – H.S. Suhrawardy was born into a prominent Bengali Muslim family at Medinipur, West Bengal. He obtained BSc. (Hons.) and BCL (Bachelor of Civil Law) Degree from Oxford University. Suhrawardy was a renowned politician and statesman from Bengal in the first half of the 20th century and served as the last Prime Minister of Bengal during the British rule. Following the independence of Pakistan in 1947, he became a leading populist statesman of the then East Pakistan. He was the fifth Prime Minister of Pakistan. After the independence of Pakistan in 1947, leaving the Muslim League he joined the newly formed Awami League in 1952. He was the political mentor of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and a public celebrated orator. .
………………………………………………………………..
2
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman went to Calcutta for medication.
Karachi, 20 January 1958
Secret/By Special Bag.
INTELLIGENCE BUREAU
Government of Pakistan
Karachi-1.
No. 7/B/58- (2), Dated the 7 JAN 1958.
Dear Mr. Ahmad
Please refer to para 7 of your Daily Report No. 278, dated December 24, 1957 under the heading “ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE”.
2. I shall be grateful if you will kindly let me know as to when Sheikh Mujibur Rahman went to Calcutta and why.
Yours sincerely,
Sd/-
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (I).
A.S.M. Ahmad, Esqr., PSP.,
Deputy Inspector-General of Police,
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan,
Dacca.
Side note: Steno, Relevant extract pl. Sd/- 20.01.58
Ext. enclosed. Sd/- 20.01
Ref: DS VI’s order on the N.S.P.XXXVI. File 606-48 P.F.
Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman, M.P. (AL) left Dacca Airport for Calcutta by I.A.C plane at 17.00 hrs. on 23.12.57. He rtd. to Dacca from Calcutta by I.A.C plane at 09.30 hrs. on 26.12.57.
This was his latest visit to Calcutta. The object of his visit to Calcutta is not known.
Sd/- 21.1.58.
Secret
D.S.VI
Sir,
I have the honour to report that I made quite inquiry into the purpose of visit of SK. MUJIBUR RAHMAN (AL) M.P. Genl. Secy. of the Awami League to Calcutta from 23.12.57 to 26.12.57 and learnt that SK. MUJIBUR RAHMAN (mentd.) had been to Calcutta for a medical checkup.
The source added that the Sheikh Sb. has been ailing for sometime past with a sort of pain in his stomach, which the local doctor could not diagnose properly. He is said to be better at the present.
Y.O.S
Sd/- Inspr. I.B.
1.2.58.
Secret
DO. No. 1681 dt.6.2.58-606-48 P.F. (E)
My dear Ahmad,
Kindly refer to your D.O. no 7/B/58(2) dt. 7.1.58 addressed to Mr. A.S.M. Ahmad. It was ascertained that Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman went to Calcutta on 23.12.57 for a medical checkup. He returned back to Dacca
on 26.12.57.
Yours Sincerely
Sd/-
(A.Ahmad)
T. Ahmad Esq, P.S.P.
A.D. (1), Intelligence Bureau,
Karachi.
3
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, General Secretary, EPAL, chaired a workers conference at Cox’s Bazar stadium. Speakers criticized Muslim League and Nizam-e-Islami. They appealed to people to join AL and cast vote in favour of AL candidate in the general election. Sub-divisional AL committee was also formed.
Chittagong, 25 January 1958
Page No. 586 of file No. 13-54 (Chittagong)
Extract from A/I No. 4 for week ending 25.1.58.
3. Political activities.
(c) Others.
172. Chittagong:-
The workers conference (400) of the sub divisional Awami League, Cox’s Bazar, was held at Cox’s Bazar Stadium on 15th January with Sheikh Mujibur Rahman (para 77), MP, General Secretary, EPAL, in the chair, Gulam Muhiuddin Chaudhuri, Secretary Sub-divisional AL, Cox’s Bazar, Mr. Mansoor Ali, Minister for Labour and Industries, Government of East Pakistan, M.A. Aziz, Secretary, District AL, Chittagong and the President, delivered speeches in the conference criticising the M.L.3 and the Nizam-e-Islam organisations as usual and urged upon
…………………………………………………………………..
3. Muslim League/M.L Muslim League was the only political party in British India led the ‘Pakistan Movement’. On the foundation of Pakistan on 14 August 1947, the President of All India Muslim League, Jinnah became the new nation’s Governor General and the Secretary General of Muslim League, Liaquat Ali Khan became Prime Minister. The All India Muslim League was disbanded in December 1947 and succeeded by two organizations, Muslim League and the Indian Union Muslim League, the first being its original successor in Pakistan. Jinnah died in September 1948 and Liaquat was assassinated in October 1951. After death of its two senior leaders, the League began to disintegrate. By 1953, dissensions within the League had led to the formation of several different political parties. Liaquat was succeeded by Khawaja Nazimuddin, a Bengali, who was forced out of office in April 1953. Pakistan was racked by riots and famine and in the first national elections in May 1955 (held by a system of indirect voting) the League was heavily defeated. In October 1958 the Army seized power and the martial law regime of Muhammad Ayub Khan banned all political parties. This was the end of the old Muslim League. Ayub Khan later formed a new party, the Convention Muslim League. The opposition faction became known as the Council Muslim League. This latter group joined a united front with other political parties in 1967 in opposition to the regime. But when the military regime of Agha Mohammad Yahya Khan fell in December 1971 and Pakistan’s first genuine free elections were held, both factions of the League were swept out of power in West Pakistan by the Pakistan People’s Party of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto and in East Pakistan by the Awami League of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. In 1988 after the death of Pakistan’s military ruler and later President Muhammad Zia-ul-Haq, under the leadership of Nawaz Sharif a new Muslim League was formed but it had no connection with the original Muslim League.
…………………………………………………………………..
the audience not to be duped by the so-called leaders of those organisation. They also appealed to the audience to join the AL to make it strong and also to cast votes in favour of the A.L. candidates in the coming general election. In the meeting, Cox’s Bazar Sub divisional Awami League was formed for the year 1958 with the following office-bearers amongst others:-
President: Maulvi Abdul Jalil, BL, Pleader, Cox’s Bazar, son the late Nasarat Ali, of Pokhali, Cox’s Bazar Chittagong.
–
4
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in a meeting at Faridpur criticized Muslim League and United Front. He mentioned achievements of Awami League government, advocated for joint electorate system and urged the audience to come under Awami League banner.
Faridpur, 15 February 1958
P.No. 346 of file No. 13-54 (Faridpur).
Ext. from A/I No. 7 for the W/ Ending 15.2.58.
3. Political Activities.
(c) Others.
337. Faridpur.- Shaikh Mujibur Rahman (para. 335), General Secretary, East Pakistan Awami League, arrived at Faridpur on 7th February, and he was given a rousing reception by the AL workers. The same day he attended a public meeting (8,000), organised by the district AL, Faridpur, at the local Ambika Maidan. The
…………………………………………………………………..
4. Nizam-e-Islam Formed in 1954. One of the four parties composing United Front in 1954 election. Lost all contested seats in 1970 election. Involved in Peace Committee, collaborated with Pakistan occupation army and paramilitary forces. Its leader Maulvi Farid Ahmed killed by freedom fighters. Banned by Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman government along with other religion based parties but opened by Ziaur Rahman in 1978. Now part of Islami Oikya Jote alliance.
…………………………………………………………………..
meeting was presided over by Abdur Rahman Bakaul (AL), son of Ali Husain, of Faridpur, Pleader, Faridpur Bar, Shaikh Mujibur Rahman, Zillur Rahman, Advocate, Dacca High Court, Chief Organiser, Awami Mujahid Bahini and a few local AL workers delivered speeches in the meeting, criticising the alleged maladministration and failure of the former ML and UF5 Governments. They described the achievements of the AL Government and also discussed merits of the joint electorate system. In conclusion, the speakers urged upon the audience to come under the banner of the AL, which according to them, would fight out the grievances of the people.
…………………………………………………………………..
5. United Front (UF) – The United Front also called Jukta Front was a coalition of political parties particularly against Muslim League in East Bengal which contested and won Pakistan’s provincial general election in April 1954 to the East Bengal Legislative Assembly. The coalition consisted of Awami Muslim League, Krishak Sramik Party, Ganatantri Dal (Democratic Party) and Nizam-e-Islam. The coalition was led by three major Bengali populist leaders-A. K. Fazlul Huq, Huseyn Shaheed Suhrawardy and Mawlana Bhasani. The election resulted in a crushing defeat for the Muslim League. Veteran student leader of East Pakistan Khaleque Nawaz Khan defeated sitting Prime Minister of East Pakistan Mr. Nurul Amin in his own Nandail Constituency of Mymensingh district and created history. Nurul Amin’s crushing defeat to a 27 years old young leader of Jukto Front effectively eliminated the Muslim League from political landscape of the then East Pakistan. United Front secured a landslide victory and gaining 223 seats in the 309-member legislative assembly. Awami League emerged as the majority party, with 143 seats.
A.K. Fazlul Huq of Krishak Sramik Party became Chief Minister of East Pakistan upon the victory of the United Front. The election propelled popular Bengali leaders into the Pakistani federal government, with leaders such as Huseyn Shaheed Suhrawardy and Abul Mansoor Ahmed becoming key federal ministers. In the provincial government, young leaders such as Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Yusuf Ali Chowdhury and Khaleque Nawaz Khan rose to prominence.
The United Front demanded greater provincial autonomy for East Pakistan. It passed a landmark order for the establishment of Bangla Academy in Dhaka. However, within months of assuming power, the newly elected government was dismissed by Governor General Ghulam Muhammad, upon of accusations against A.K. Fazlul Huq of attempting secession. The dismissal of the United Front was a key turning point in aggravating East Pakistan’s grievances in the Pakistan union, leading to a farewell call for the separation and independence of East Bengal in 1957.
…………………………………………………………………..
5
HS Suhrawardy accompanied by Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and Abul Mansoor Ahmed visited Mymensingh and Netrokona. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman lauded achievement of Awami League and criticized Muslim League, Jamaat-e-Islami, Khan Abdul Qayyum Khan and Iskandar Mirza.
Mymensingh, 15 June 1958
P. 671-670 of File No. 13-54 (M’ Singh) Genl.
Meeting report.
1. Subject – Awami League Party meeting.
2. Date – 15.6.58, Time- Between 17.25 and 20.30 hours.
3. Convened by – Sub-Divisional Awami League, Netrakona.
4. President over by – Nazrul Islam, President, Mymensingh District Awami League s/o Saiyid Abdur Rais of Mymensingh Town.
5. Attendance – About 20,000.
6. Names of Speakers – (1) Mr. H.S. Suhrawardi (A.L.).
(2) Sk. Mujibur Rahman (A.L.).
(3) Abul Mansur Ahmed (A.L.).
(4) Principal Ibrahim Khan (A.L.) of Tangail
7. Resolutions if any-
Resolutions inter alia were passed in the meeting expressing full confidence in the leadership of Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy and the East Pakistan, Govt., condemning India’s policy towards Kashmir and demanding establishment of a Naval College at Chittagong and parity in Govt. employments and election on joint electorate system. In other resolutions a Technical college and an Agriculture college for Netrakona and good communication throughout the Netrakona Sub-Division were demanded.
8. Any other party concerned –Nil.
9. Objectionable speech – Nil.
10. Observance and general comment –
All the speakers dwelt upon the achievements of the Awami League Govt. for ameliorating the condition of the masses and urged upon the audience to come under the banner of the Awami League and to vote for the Awami League candidates in the coming general election.
Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy while explaining the cause of his support for the joint electorate system said that if would create a good relationship and solidarity between the Hindus and Muslims in East Pakistan and in question of parity the West Pakistan Muslims will dominate over East Pakistan if the Hindus and Muslims are divided by separate electorate system. He further said that if the Hindus in East Pakistan are not treated well it will have its repercussion in India and Pakistan is not in a position to accommodate all the Muslims in India within Pakistan territory. He also criticised the former Muslim League Govt. and held it responsible for not giving East Pakistan its proper share in respect of Industrialisation etc. its legitimate share of the revenue. He also criticised the Muslim League leaders.
Sk. Mujibur Rahman in his speech further said that the Central Govt. was responsible for the miserable condition of the people of East Pakistan and President Iskander Mirza is a descendant of Mir Jafar.
Abul Mansur Ahmed further said that during his tenure as a Minister he allotted many industrial permits for East Pakistanis which were later cancelled by the Muslim League Govt. which came into power for a few days.
Principal Ibrahim Khan explained the cause of his joining the Awami League and urged upon the audience to join this party.
Amjad Husain, a pleader of Dacca sang a Gazal criticizing the Muslim League in a humorous way.
(The speeches delivered seemed to have been appreciated by the audience. A large number of Hindus attended the meeting. One Gate was erected by Ram Parichhan Singh, the ferry farmer at the Ferry Ghat just close to the venue of the meeting in honour of Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy.).
–
P. 673-672 of File No. 13-54 (M’singh) Genl.
District Intelligence Branch
Mymensingh, The 17th June, 58.
No. 3317/73-44
To
A. Ahmed, Esqr., P.S.P.,
Special Supdt. of Police,
I.B., East Pakistan, Dacca.
Sub: Report on the visit of Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy to Mymensingh District on 15.6.58.
Ref: Your No. 7198/ 225-53 (Stattd.) dated 13.6.58.
Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy accompanied by Sk. Mujibur Rahman and Abul Munsur Ahmad arrived at Mymensingh Railway Station at about 12.00 hours by 19 up train. On the way he was given ovations by large number of people at each Railway Station from Gafargaon to Mymensingh. At Gafargaon Railway Station about 5000 people had gathered to welcome him.
Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy was received at Mymensingh Railway Station by all the Awami League leaders including Nazrul Islam and Rafiquddin Bhuiyan, President and Secretary of the Mymensingh District Awami League respectively. More than 2000 people had gathered to receive him. On his arrival he was profusely garlanded.
At Gafargaon Rly. Station and at Mymensingh Rly. Station compound Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy and Mujibur Rahman addressed the crowd. Mujibur Rahman praised the leadership of Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy and recalled his past services done to the people of Pakistan particularly East Pakistan. He saved the staring people of East Pakistan while he was Prime Minister by allotting 80 crores of rupees for purchasing food- grains and test-relief. He criticised the West Pakistan leaders particularly Khan Abdul Qayyum Khan who did nothing for the people of East Pakistan. He sarcastically warned the people of East Pakistan not to be duped by the big figure and the double “Khan” of the Frontier. He sounded the note of warning to the leaders of West Pakistan not to encourage hooliganism in the public meeting to be addressed by Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy. If their leader was disrespected in any way, the people of East Pakistan would also not allow any East Pakistan leader of other political parties to proceed beyond Tejgaon Airport. He requested Mr. Suhrawardy to move cautiously as a conspiracy is being hatched in West Pakistan to end his life. He assured him that the people of East Pakistan were behind him. He also mildly criticised General Iskander Mirza, President of Pakistan by taunting that he is the Mirza of Mirjafar family of Murshidabad.
Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy in course of his speech expressed his heartfelt thanks to the people for their affected towards him. He asserted that he had always served the people and would dedicate his life for their service. He criticised the communal role of the Muslim League, Jamaat-i-Islami and like parties with regard to the Electorate issue. He added that if communal frenzy was let loose on the Electorate issue and if there is communal disturbance in Pakistan it will have serious repercussion in India and 5 crores of Indian Muslims will have to be rehabitated by Pakistan which will mean ruination of Pakistan. In support of Joint-Electorate he placed his arguments and emphasised that this issue has got nothing to do with Islam. He further added that for the stability and prosperity of Pakistan it was necessary to have communal harmony and tat Hindus and Muslims should live together peacefully and this was the desire of Quaid-I-Azam.
Mr. Suhrawardy visited Netrakona in the afternoon and addressed a public meeting there. A copy of the meeting report is enclosed. He returned from Netrakona at midnight. He left for Dacca this (16.6.58) morning by 32 down train. Adequate predationary measures were taken. Nothing untoward happened.
Sd/-
Superintendent of Police, D.I.B.,
Mymensingh.
_
6
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman went to Karachi to attend Finance Committee meeting. After returning from Karachi he attended public meetings at Tungipara, Khulna and Jessore. Again he planned to visit Karachi for participating in all-party conference.
Dacca, 8 July 1958
Millat of 8.7.58
শেখ মুজিবরের
সফর সূচী
পূর্ব পাকিস্তান আওয়ামী লীগের সাধারণ সম্পাদক শেখ মুজিবর রহমান অদ্য (মঙ্গলবার) পি,আই,এ, বিমান যোগে করাচী যাত্রা করিবেন। তিনি আগামীকল্য করাচীতে অবস্থান ও পরদিবস ফিন্যান্স কমিটির বৈঠকে যোগদান করিবেন। জনাব মুজিবর রহমান ১১ই জুলাই করাচী ত্যাগ করিয়া ঐ দিবসে ঢাকা প্রত্যাবর্তন করিবেন। অতঃপর তিনি ১ ই জুলাই ঢাকা ত্যাগ করিয়া পরবর্তী দিবসে সিন্দিয়াঘাট উপস্থিত হইবেন ও তথায় বামুনডাঙ্গার এক জনসভায় বক্তৃতা করিবেন।
জনাব মুজিবর রহমান ১৪ই জুলাই গোপালগঞ্জ ১৬ই জুলাই টুঙ্গিপাড়া জিনডাঙ্গা ঈদগাহ ময়দানে জনসভায় বক্তৃতা করিবেন।
তিনি আগামী ১৭ই জুলাই খুলনা ও যশোর হইয়া ঢাকা প্রত্যাবর্ত্তন করিবেন। অতঃপর তিনি আগামী ১৯শে জুলাই সাধারণ নির্বাচন সম্পর্কে তারিখ নির্দ্ধারণের জন্য আহুত সর্বদলীয় সম্মেলনে যোগদানের উদ্দেশ্যে আগামী ১৮ই জুলাই করাচী যাত্রা করিবেন। তিনি তিন দিবস করাচী অবস্থান করিয়া আগামী ২২শে জুলাই ঢাকা প্রত্যাবর্তন করিবেন
Side note: On the P. F. of the subject please. Sd/- for DS6, 11/7
7
Watch report on Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and other leaders.
Dacca, 18 July 1958
East Bengal Form No.45.
TELEPHONE MESSAGE
Handed in at..A.M./A.M. Date 18.7.58
Received at. 09.05 hrs. A.M./A.M.
From : SI. S. Ahmed for O/C Immigration (DAP) Addresses, (if given)
To :D.S I, I.B.E.P. Repeated to O/C watch
At about 08.45 hours Mr. Sheikh Mojibur Rahaman (M.P) Mr. Mahmud Ali (M.P) Pravash Chandra Lahari (M.P.A) Mr. Hamidul Haque Choudhury (M.P) Mr. Yusub Ali Choudhury M.P., Mr. Syed Azizul Haque (M.P.) Mr. Abu Hossain Sarker6, M.P.
Side note: SS II may kindly consider it for DR. Sd/- 18.7.58
Included in D.R. dt 18.7 Sd/-18.7.
_
Lutfur Rahman M.P. and Roshoray Mondal M.P. & Mr. Mirza Gulam Hafiz (M.P.) left Dacca Airport for Karachi by P.I.A Plane. This is for your kind information.
Sd/-18.7.58.
_
8
HS Suhrawardy, Maulana Abdur Rashid Tarkabagish, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and other leaders attended a public meeting at Bamundanga, Gopalganj. They explained merits and demerits of joint and separate electorate. In their presence Awami League sub-divisional committee was reconstituted at Awami League councilors meeting in Madaripur.
Faridpur, 19 July 1958
P. No. 374 of file No. 13-54 (Faridpur).
Ext. from A/I. No. 29 for the Week ending 19.7.58.
3. Political Activities.
(c) Others.
1567. Faridpur. A largely attended public meeting organised by Abdul Hannan Miyan (AL), son of Mumtazuddin Munshi, of Bamandanga, Muksudpur, Faridpur, was held at Bamandanga on 13th July with Gour Chandra Bala (SCF), Ex-
……………………………………………………………….
6. Abu Hossain Sarkar (1894-17 April 1969) – Abu Hossain Sarkar was born in Rangpur, Bengal Presidency. He was elected to the Bengal Constituent Assembly in 1937. He played an important role in the formation of Krishak Sramik Party in 1953. In 1954 Sarkar was elected to the East Bengal Provincial Assembly from the United Front. On June 1955 he was elected as Chief Minister of East Bengal. He resigned on 30 August 1956 over inflation and food shortages.
……………………………………………………………….
Minister of Government of East Pakistan, son of Raj Mohon, of Ullabari, Rajoir, Faridpur, in the chair. Besides the President, Shaikh Mujibur Rahman (para 1513), General Secretary, Awami League, East Pakistan, son of Lutfar Rahman, of Tungipara, Gopalganj and Gourdas Biswas (SCF), son of the late Premdas Biswas, of Kaligram, Muksudpur, delivered speeches vehemently criticising the Muslim League Government for their alleged maladministration. They narrated the achievements of the Awami League since their assumption in office and explained the merits of the Joint Electorate and demerit of the Separate Electorate. Finally, they requested the audience to rally round the AL and to strengthen the hands of Mr. Suhrawardy and also appealed to the audience to form Union Committees of the AL in each Union.
The Councillors’ meeting (200) of the AL, Madaripur Subdivision, was held on 13th July in the United H.E. School, Madaripur town, under the presidentship of Maulana Abdur Rashid Tarkabagish7 (para. 1513), President, A.L. East Pakistan. In the meeting, Maulana Abdur Rashid Tarkabagish, amongst others, narrated in brief the causes which made it necessary to form the A.L. in East Pakistan. He praised Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy very highly and described him as one of the greatest leaders of the day. He criticised the Muslim League Government for their alleged maladministration and held them solely responsible for the present misery of the people.
In the meeting, the AL, Madaripur Subdivision was reconstituted with the following as its office-bearers, amongst others:-
President: Dr. Ghulam Maula, MPA, son of Abdul Ghafur of Mukhtearerchar, Naria, Faridpur and of Madaripur town.
Vice-President: Shahabuddin Ahmad, BL, son of Abdul Hakim, of Madaripur town.
……………………………………………………………….
7. Maulana Abdur Rashid Tarkabagish (27 November 1900-20 August 1986) – He was born in Sirajganj. President of Awami League from 10 October 1957 to 25 January 1966. He presided over the first session of National Parliament of Bangladesh in 1972.
Tarkabagish joined to Muslim League in 1936 and elected in the Bengal Legislative Assembly in 1937 and 1946. He was one of the leaders of Bengali Language Movement, arrested on 23 February 1952 and remained captive till 1 June. He joined to Awami Muslim League and elected as member of legislative assembly from United Front in 1954. Tarkabagish was also elected as member of Constituent Assembly in 1956 and Pakistan National Assembly in 1970. After independence he was the member of Bangladesh National Parliament in 1973. Tarkabagish formed a party named Gano Azadi League in 1976. He played a vital role in the formation of 15 party alliance during General Ershad regime.
……………………………………………………………….
Secretary: Abdul Mannan alias Tuni Mannan, son of Abdul Hashim, of Chargobindapur, Madaripur and of Madaripur town.
–
9
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman condemned the disturbances created in the Awami League public meeting at Arambag, Dacca and blamed Muslim League workers for the misdeed.
Dacca, 24 July 1958
Dawn of 24-7-58.
Mujib blames ML workers for incident at AL meeting
By Dawn Staff Correspondent
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, General Secretary, East Pakistan Awami League, condemned the disturbance at the Awami League public meeting held in Arambagh on Tuesday.
In a statement issued to the Press yesterday Sheikh Mujibur Rahman blamed Muslim League workers for causing the disturbance.
He said “I now wish to warn the Muslim League leaders and those of their way of thinking that if they, in their vanity, imagine that their stronghold Karachi can uphold their prowess, they are mistaken. They should not forget that the law of nature is immutable: ‘for every action, there is a re-action’ and unless they cease fostering and openly patronising such acts they will have to reap the consequences of their actions.”
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman claimed that the Muslim League and Jamaat-i-Islami had been allowed to hold many meetings by the people in East Pakistan in response to the appeal of Mr. Suhrawardy.
Side note: On P.F. of Sk. Mujibar Rahman please. Sd/-11/8 DS6
_
10
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s interview with the daily Morning News after returning from Karachi. He warned that the people of East Pakistan wanted to be governed through ‘constitutional procedures’ and not in a ‘dictatorial manner’.
Dacca, 25 July 1958
Morning News of 25.7.58.
No ‘Physical Demonstration’ By MPAS Outside Assembly
MUJIB CONDEMNS PM’s MOVE TO SEND CENTRAL MINISTERS
(By A Staff Reporter)
The East Pakistan Awami League general secretary, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, condemned the reported move of the Prime Minister to depute two Central Ministers to review the political situation in East Pakistan with a view to lifting Section 193 from the province.
He also expressed his opposition to any “physical” demonstration by MPAS outside the Assembly to ascertain the respective strength of the two contending coalition parties one led by Mr. Abu Hossain Sarkar and the other By Mr. Ataur Rahman Khan8.
“Let a special session of the Provincial Assembly be called, if necessary, to ascertain as to who commands the majority in the House” he suggested.
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman who returned to Dacca yesterday from Karachi in the course of an interview with “Morning News” said that if the Central Government felt that they were “our” masters, “they are living in a fool’s paradise.” “I do not know how long this Karachi clique will continue to play with East Pakistan”
NOT DUMB, DRIVEN CATTLE
Referring to the possible deputation of the Central Ministers to this province, the Awami general secretary said. If anybody thought that East Pakistan MPAs were not “human beings” but dumb, driven cattle, he was grossly mistaken. The MPAS could be physically present only at one place that is the Assembly” he asserted.
The Awami Shiekh sounded a note of warning against the violation of the “constitutional convention” which according to him clearly laid down that one who enjoyed the confidence of the House should be allowed to form the Government. The people of East Pakistan, he said, wanted to be governed through “constitutional procedures” and not in a “dictatorial manner”. If required, the Awami League would again prove that it had the majority in the House, he added.
……………………………………………………………….
8. Ataur Rahman Khan (1907-1991) – He was a politician and lawyer, founding Vice-President of Awami League. He was the key member of All Party Language Movement Working Committee and Joint Convener of United Front. He was Chief Minister of East Pakistan from September 1956 until promulgation of Martial Law by Ayub Khan in 1958. He floated a new political party ‘Jatio League’ in 1969. He joined to the new party ‘Bangladesh Krishak Sramik Awami League’ formed by Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. He took part in the Cabinet of Lt. General Hussain Mohammad Ershad Government and served as Prime Minister for nine months.
……………………………………………………………….
A.L. WILL WAIT
He however, said that his party was not interested in Ministry making. Now that the date for the general election in the country had been announced, he said, the party could wait for another six months.
When he was asked to state as to what would be the attitude of his party if the KSP Coalition was prepared to “physically” demonstrate is strength, he said, “I am sure they cannot do it”.
He emphasised that MPAs were duly elected representatives of the people. How could the Central Government want the respective strength of the parties ascertained through physical demonstration when no such demonstration by MPs was considered necessary to show as to who enjoyed majority support in the National Assembly, he asked.
Replying to a question on a reported talk between Mr. Hamidul Huq Choudhury and Mr. Abul Mansur Ahmad on the basis of a possible Coalition between the Awami League and the KSP. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman gave the briefest answer, “I do not know” he declined to comment on the issue further.
The trusted lieutenant of the Awami chief, Mr. Suhrawardy was very critical of the reported move for a confederation of Pakistan and Iran and said that the people of East Pakistan would “resist” it. It was another plan, he said, to reduce the people of this province into a minority. “If anybody wanted to amalgamate Pakistan with any other country it was clearly an act of subversion,” he said.
Side note: On the P.F. of Sk. Mujibur Rahman. Sd/-11/8, DS6
11
History sheet of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman wanted by CID, Lahore, West Pakistan. In the history sheet his activities as student leader in the pre-partition days, prominent role in the Bengali Language Movement, cases and detention, different portfolio in the party, significant speeches at various meetings, elected MLA under United Front and ministership in the cabinet, foreign tour, criticism of Muslim League and Martial Law etc were
incorporated.
Lahore, 4 August 1958
Secret
CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION DEPARTMENT
WEST PAKISTAN
No. 5788/BDSB, dated Lahore, the 4.8.1958.
Subject: Completion Of History Sheets.
Memorandum
History sheet (A card) of Mr. Mujib-ur-Rehman ex-Chief Minister and of Awami League, originally a resident of East Pakistan Dacca, does not contain details of his political activities since June, 1952. In order to bring his history sheet up-to-date, will you please submit a detailed note on all important political events in which he participated since June 1952 so that the same should be included in his history sheet.
2. This may please be treated as urgent.
Sd/-
(M.S. ANWER)
Superintendent of Police (B),
for Deputy Inspector General of Police,
Criminal Investigations Department.
West Pakistan, Lahore.
(3) The Special Superintendent of Police, C.I.D. (IV) East Pakistan, DACCA.
Side note: No. 266 dt. 4.8.58 R. 438 dt. 9.8.58
Sent it to S.S., I.B. with the cover. Sd/-9.8.58
Secret 1st Reminder Reminder
GOVERNMENT OF WEST PAKISTAN
Department Police, West Pakistan.
Office of the Deputy Inspector- General of Police,
C.I.D., West Pakistan, Lahore.
Ref: This office No. 7591/BDSB, dated 30.9.58.
No: 5788/ BDSB.
Subject: Regarding Mujib-ur-Rehman, General Secretary of East Pakistan.
The undersigned is directed/has the honour to invite attention to the communication noted in the margin and to request the favour of an early/urgent/immediate reply.
Sd/-29.9
Deputy Inspector-General of Police
C.I.D., West Pakistan, Lahore.
No. 323 dt. 15.10.58
Forwarded to Ahmad Ibrahim, Esq. P.S.P., S.S., I.B., E.P., Lalbagh, for favour of necessary action, with reference to C.I.D, East Pakistan’s
No. 266 dt. 9.8.58.
To
The Special Supdt. of Police,
C.I.D. IV East Pakistan, Dacca.
Sd/- 15.10.58
Special Superintendent of Police
Secret
No. 1244 dt. 10.X.58/606-48 P.F. (E)
S.P.(B)/C.I.D. West Pakistan, Lahore.
Ref: Your memo No 5788/BDSB dt. 4.8.58
As desired, I forward herewith a Short Note on the Political activities of Sk. Mujibur Rahman, General Secretary, East Pakistan Awami League.
Sd/- For D.I.G. I.B.
Short Notes on the political activities of Sk. Mujibur Rahman, B.A., son of Lutfar Rahman of Tangipara, P.S. Gopalganj, Faridpur and of Dacca. (Born in 1921)
…
1. The subject was an important student worker and a prominent leader of the All Bengal Muslim Students League in the pre-partition days.
2. After the partition, the subject joined the Dacca University in 1948 as a Law student, but was expelled from the University for actively participating in the strike of the University menials. He then joined the opposition under the guidance of Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy and began working against the Muslim League. He took prominent part in the State Language movement of 1948 and was arrested on 11.3.48 at Dacca for violation of order under Section 144 Cr. P.C. but was subsequently released.
3. On 29.4.49, the subject was arrested under Section 18(2) of E.P.P.S.O. for his prejudicial activities. While in Jail, he took recourse to hunger-strike for alleged maltreatment on the security prisoners and their detention without trial. He was released on 27.2.52 on ground of ill health. After release from Jail, the subject resumed his anti-Muslim League activities with greater vigour and became the Joint Secretary of the East Pakistan Awami Muslim League9.
……………………………………………………………….
9. EPAML/AML (East Pakistan Awami Muslim League/Awami Muslim League) – EPAML was founded at Rose Garden of K.M. Das Lane, Dhaka on 23 June 1949 in a convention of the leaders and workers of Bengal Provincial Muslim League. The new party was named East Pakistan Awami Muslim League. It was established with Mawlana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhasani as president, Ataur Rahman Khan, Sakhawat Hossain and Ali Ahmed Khan as vice-presidents, Shamsul Haque as general secretary, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman as joint secretary while he was in jail and Yar Mohammad Khan as treasurer. From the very inception East Pakistan Awami Muslim League has been a secular and non-communal party. As a mark of its secular posture, the term ‘Muslim’ was deleted from the name of the party at its third council meeting held on 21-23 October 1955. The party believes in welfare economy. It has front organizations among the students, laborers, peasants, youths and women. The party quickly gained massive popular support in East Bengal.
The party later evolved into Awami League. Under the leadership of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman eventually led the forces of Bengali nationalism in the struggle against West Pakistan’s military and political domination.
Awami League was the first opposition party in the then Pakistan. At its birth the party adopted a 42-point program with a special emphasis on the demand for provincial autonomy. Recognition of Bangla as one of the state languages of Pakistan, democracy, one man one vote, framing of a constitution, parliamentary form of government, regional autonomy and removal of disparity between the two wings had been the major demands of Awami League during the initial stage of the Pakistani rule. In the 1948-52 Language Movement, the Awami League and its student front, Chhatra League (established in 1948), played a vital role. The Awami League played a leading role in the formation of the ‘All Party State Language Committee of Action’ in 1952 preceding the 21 February killing of language movement participants.
In the run-up to the East Bengal Legislative Assembly Elections in April 1954, the Awami League took the lead in negotiations in forming a pan-Bangla political alliance including the Krishak Sramik Party, Nizam-e-Islam and Ganatantri Dal (Democratic Party). The alliance was termed the Jukta Front or United Front and formulated the Ekush Dafa or 21-Point Charter to fight for establishing rights in East Bengal. The party also took the historic decision to adopt the traditional Bengali boat, which signifies the attachment to rural Bengal, as its election symbol. In the provincial election United Front won 223 seats, out of 309 seats, Awami League alone secured 143, soundly defeating Muslim League with 9 seats.
Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman with his charismatic leadership, workers-friendly approach, unparallel organizational capability and sacrifice succeeded to evolve Awami League immensely popular political party as the symbol of Bengalis’ hope and aspiration. Under his leadership, there followed the movement against Ayub Khan, 6-Point Movement, Agartala Conspiracy Case, Mass Revolution of 1969, Election of 1970, Non-cooperation Movement of 1971 followed culminating in the war of independence. Thus the Bengalis earned their greatest achievement in thousands years-People’s Republic of Bangladesh State.
……………………………………………………………….
4. The subject along with Mr. Ataur Rahman Khan and others attended the Peking Peace Conference in September, 1952 as a delegate from Pakistan.
5. In January, 1953, he condemned the League Ministry of East Bengal10 in a public meeting at Chittagong for detaining Maulana Bhasani in Jail without trial. He also criticised the B.P.C. Repor11 and condemned the Police action on the students in Karachi.
……………………………………………………………….
10. East Bengal The Partition of British Indian province of Bengal took place in 1947 as part of the partition of India. Bengal was divided based on the Radcliffe Line between India and Pakistan. Hindu majority West Bengal became a state of India and predominantly Muslim East Bengal became a province of Pakistan.
East Bengal was renamed as East Pakistan by the ‘One Unit’ scheme of Prime Minister Mohammad Ali of Bogura. The ‘One Unit’ was a geopolitical program launched by the government of Pakistan led by then Prime Minister on 22 November 1954. The program was believed to be enacted after the government faced difficulty of administrating the two unequal polities of Pakistan separated from each other by more than a thousand miles. To diminish the differences between the two regions, the program merged the four Provinces of West Pakistan into a single province while East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) was integrated with Pakistan as another province.
11. B.P.C. Report – The Basic Principles Committee (BPC) was a specialized committee set up on 12 March 1949 by governor general Khawaja Nazimuddin upon advice from prime minister Liaquat Ali Khan. The committee’s sole purpose was to formulate the basic underlying principles that would determine future constitutions and legislature of Pakistan. The committee had 24 members headed by Moulvi Tamizuddin Khan. On 28 September 1950, the BPC presented its initial report to the constituent assembly, which ushered strong criticism from the public, particularly from critics in East Bengal. In response to the criticism it was farther reviewed incorporating public opinion and presented to the constituent assembly on 23 November 1952. Its presentation was however postponed at the very last minute due to reservations held by some members of the committee. Later the revised report again presented to the assembly on 22 December 1952.
The BPC report embodied provision for appointment of Governor General from one wing and Prime Minister from the other wing under new constitutional formula and establishing military head quarters in West Pakistan. State Language issue was not mentioned there in the report. In response to BPC report Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman demanded the formation of one house parliament on the basis of population and warned against imposing undemocratic constitution. He emphasized on the demand of allocating all powers to the province of East Bengal with full self-governance except keeping defense, foreign affairs and finance with the center on the basis of historical Lahore Resolution. He firmly declared Bengali must be recognized as State Language.
……………………………………………………………….
6. The subject took a very leading part in the State Language agitation. In a public meeting held on 1.2.53 at Dacca, he declared that a Province-wide agitation would be launched to boycott “Urdu” in East Bengal. He also addressed a public meeting held at Dacca on 21.2.53 in observance of the “Shahid Day” and led the procession taken out on that occasion. He urged upon the audience to carry on the movement till Bengali was recognised as one of the State Languages.
7. Marshall Stalin. He dwelt on the life and teachings of Marshall Stalin and asked the audience to follow his teachings.
8. In another public meeting held in the same month at Gopalganj, district Faridpur, the subject condemned the Passport Visa system between Pakistan and India and demanded its abolition.
9. On 14.3.53, the subject along with 3 others, was prosecuted under section 7(1) (3) of the E.B.P.S.O. at Dacca for not allowing the Government Reporters and Police Officers to take notes in the meeting held at Bar Library Hall, Dacca on 11.3.53 on the occasion of the observance of “Rashtra Bhasha Dibash” (State Language Day) in defiance of the orders of the District Magistrate12, Dacca. He surrendered in Court on 16.3.53 and was released on bail the same day.
10. The subject was elected General Secretary of the East Pakistan Awami Muslim League in the First Annual Council Meeting of the party, held at Dacca in July, 1953.
……………………………………………………………….
12. District Magistrate – The administrative head of district is known by three different designations, District Magistrate, District Collector and Deputy Commissioner on the basis of different functions.
……………………………………………………………….
11. The subject was elected an M.L.A.13 on United Front ticket as an Awami Leaguer in 1954 and became a member of the Fazlul Haq14 Cabinet which was dismissed by the Central Government on 30.5.54. He was arrested on the very night of dismissal of the Ministry on charge of instigating an unruly mob to attack the Jail warders of the Dacca Central Jail and break the Jail Barrack in April 1954. A case under section 147/447/427/326/332/353/109/149 P.P.C. was instituted against the subject and others and the subject was sent up for trial. He was however, discharged from the Court, but was re-arrested on 16.6.54 under section 41(1) E.P.P.S.O. for his prejudicial activities and was detained in the Dacca Central Jail. He was released in February on 18′.1955.
12. A meeting held in observance of “May Day” in 1954 at Narayanganj, Dacca he gave out the significance of “May Day” celebration and emphasised the need of organised movement by the labourers to further the missions for which the labourers laid down their lives in “Chicago” in the year 1886. Recalling his visit to China during the Peking Peace Conference in 1952 he pointed out the sharp contrast between the amenities enjoyed by the Chinese labourers and the miserable condition of the labourers of this Province.
13. The Subject was one of the prime movers in bringing a no-confidence motion on 17.2.55 in the party meeting of the United Front against Mr. A.K. Fazlul Haq.
14. In June, 1955, he was elected to the Constituent Assembly from East Bengal from the E.P.A.M.L. In the later part of the same month, he was elected Secretary of the E.P.A.M.L. Parliamentary Party.
15. At a public meeting held on 19.8.55 at Paltan Maidan, Dacca, he referred ancestry of the then Governor-General (Major General Iskandar Mirza) with derision and ridicule and said that those who read history all know the royal stock from which he came and added that it was less said the better. He
……………………………………………………………….
13. M.L.A A Member of Legislative Assembly is a representative elected by the voters of an electoral district (Constituency).
14. Fazlul Huq – AK Fazlul Huq, popular with the title Sher-e-Bangla (Tiger of Bengal), was the first to advocate and present the Lahore Resolution, which called for the creation of sovereign Muslim-majority states in eastern and northwestern British India in 1940. In 1943 he was elected Prime Minister of Bengal during the British Empire in Bengal. He served as General Secretary of the Indian National Congress, and was a working committee member of the All-India Muslim League. In 1929, he founded the Krishak Praja Party (K.P.P). He led the United Front Government in the then East Pakistan; also served as Chief Minister and Governor.
……………………………………………………………….
demanded a regional autonomy for East and West Pakistan, parity in all respects, Bengali as State language and joint electorate system.
16. In October, 1955, the subject condemned the Government in a Press statement for employing of I.B. & D.I.B. personnel in shadowing the leaders of the Awami League including the subject himself.
17. At a public meeting held at Purana Paltan, Dacca on 29.1.56 Sk. Mujibur Rahman in course of his speech said that if this Constitution is passed East Bengal will be reduced to a colony. Men and women will have to remain naked. Huge amount of money is being spent to create troubles in East Pakistan and thus create a pretext for arresting our workers. You know who are the people behind these things…. They may shoot us, put up in Jails or hang us but we will never give up the interest of East Bengal. In the same meeting he also said that demand for making Bengali a State Language or for the demands for releasing the political workers could not be suppressed by bullets.
18. He was one of the delegates to attend the World Council of Peace, held at Stockholm (Sweden) from the 5th to 9th April, 1956.
19. In May, 1956, he took an active part in bringing out the hunger march at Dacca in which there was a Police firing for violating an order under section 144 Cr. P.C. resulting in the loss of human lives. He formed a Committee under the name of “A.L. Famine Resistance Committee” in A.L. Council Sessions, held at Dacca on 19.5.56 and 20.5.56 and became its Secretary, he directed his party to observe 25th May, 1956 at “Food Demand Day” throughout the Province.
20. He was Minister for Commerce, Labour and Industries of East Pakistan in the Ataur Rahman Cabinet for sometime in 1956/57 during which term he visited China on a Good-Will Mission. He resigned from the Cabinet on 30.5.57 to work exclusively as the General Secretary of the E.P.A.L.
21. In April, 1958, he resigned from the office of General Secretary of the E.P.A.L. on ground of ill health but subsequently withdrew his resignation being requested by Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy.
22. He went to the U.K., the U.S.A. and other Far Eastern Countries on a 2-month tour under the leader exchange programme in April, 1958.
23. Sk. Mujibur Rahman in an interview on 5.6.58 with the Morning News said that the major problem of the country was President Mirza. To save democracy the people of East Pakistan will have to fight for his removal.
24. Addressing a public meeting held on 13.6.58 at Paltan Maidan, Dacca, Sk. Mujibur Rahman said that Mr. Iskandar Mirza, the President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan was a creation of the Muslim League which had brought him as the Governor of this Province during Section 92-A regime to jail fifteen thousand workers. He also said that some industrialists and businessmen mostly Mohajirs are trying to oust Awami League Government from East Pakistan by artificially raising the price of the goods and thereby discrediting the Awami League Government.
25. As the General Secretary of the E.P.A.L. he announced to observe 4.7.58 as a protest day throughout the Province against the promulgation of order under section 144 Cr.P.C. and the imposition of the President’s Rule in the Province.
26. Addressing a public meeting at Narayanganj on 6.7.58 he said “Remember Mr. Iskandar Mirza that he was a man of Mirjafar family of Murshidabad”.
He further stated “Had I had sufficient money I would have taken you to Karachi to show how many industries have been created there at the cost of the revenue of East Pakistan. East Pakistan has been totally neglected. We want fifty percent of everything”.
27. Sk. Mujibur Rahman, General Secretary, Awami League on 24.7.58 at an interview with the Morning News said that if the Central Government feel that they were our masters they are living in a fools’ paradise. I do not know how long this Karachi clique will continue to play with East Pakistan. He further added that the people of East Pakistan wanted to be governed through constitutional procedure and not in a dictatorial manner.
28. Addressing a public meeting at Paltan Maidan, Dacca on 1.8.58 Sk. Mujibur Rahman said that the black law has again come. It has started coming from 1957.
“In 1954 fifty Ms.L.A. were arrested and imprisoned. Iskandar Mirza was then the Governor here. If Iskandar Mirza contemplated that he will be able to reduce Awami League to minority by imposing public safety Act then he did wrong. When Mirza was Governor here two thousand of people were put behind the bar. Now 7 thousands of workers are ready to go to Jail”. “Muslim League wants to purchase 300 jeeps and 3 thousands Microphones for their election campaign but where do they get money? They do not give any help to the famine stricken people of East Bengal. When he was holding a public meeting at “Arambagh” at Karachi Muslim Leaguers threw stones on us. Awami League also knows how to take retaliation but we have excused them this time. If the same thing occurs in future they will also have to face difficulty in holding meetings in East Pakistan.
Mirza has got no power to impose section 193. This should be withdrawn. Public Safety Ordinance must go. This time the Jail should be expanded otherwise it will be difficult to accommodate. In the next session of the Parliament we shall prove how to fight. K.S.P. has got only 142 supporters and now they have become 160 including 18 of Mirza.
29. In connection with the observance of “Shahed Ali (Ex-Deputy Speaker) Day” Sk. Mujibur Rahman addressed a public meeting at Narayanganj on 26.9.58 said that Muslim League and K.S.P. responsible for making over the interest of East Pakistan to the hands of the Karachi authority for giving facilities to the West Pakistan capitalists and industrialists to exploit the people of East Pakistan.
30. It is ascertained on a secret enquiry that Sk. Mujibar Rahman, General Secretary of the East Pakistan Awami League (since dissolved), before his arrest on 12.10.58 gave instructions to some of his trust-worthy party workers to the effect that they should remain completely passive during the Martial Law Administration in the country but must bear in mind to launch a “secret whispering campaign” amongst the people on the following lines:-
(i) Martial Law is a prelude to the establishment of the Punjabi Rule in East Pakistan. Bengali Language is finished.
(ii) East Pakistan will be made a colony of West Pakistan.
(iii) East Pakistan is doomed forever.
31. The subject is a very important and vigorous member of the Awami League and a good organiser. He is however, ambitious and is reported to have considerably lost his popularity in the organisation and outside for his ambition and egoism.
_
Page: 30
12
At a public meeting in Satkhira Sheikh Mujibur Rahman spoke on Language Movement, disparity between two wings of Pakistan and criticized Muslim League and Jamaat-e-Islami.
Khulna, 16 August 1958
Copy of P-335 of file No. 13-54 (Khulna) GL.
EXTRACT FROM A/I 33
FOR THE WEEK ENDING 16/8/58.
3. Political Activities.
(c) Others.
1795. Khulna. – At the instance of the Awami League, a medium sized public meeting was held at Satkhira Sabjee Bagan ground, with Tufazuddin Ahmed (para. 1568) (AL), son of the late Yasin Ali, of Satkhira town, in the chair. Besides the President, Sk. Mujibur Rahman (para. 1734) (AL), General Secretary of East Pakistan Awami League and a few others delivered speeches criticising the Muslim League and its different leaders. They drew a comparison between the general condition of the people of the two wings of Pakistan and said that whatever the Muslim League did they did for the West Wing of Pakistan and almost nothing for East Pakistan was done by them. They also remind the people about the killing of students at Dacca during the language movement while Muslim League was in power. They also criticised the activities of the Jamaat-e-Islami.
_
13
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman at a press statement in Karachi said municipal elections in East Pakistan were not contested on party basis.
Karachi, 1 September 1958
Dawn dt. 1.9.58.
Mujib on Chittagong polls
Shaikh Mujibur Rahman, General Secretary, East Pakistan Awami League, in a Press statement issued in Karachi yesterday regarding the results of the recent municipal elections in Chittagong said that “municipal elections in East Pakistan are not fought on a party basis.” Candidates, he said “stand independently, and in a personal capacity.
Side note: On the P.F of the subject. Sd/- DS6 22/9
14
HS Suhrawardy, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and Munsur Ali visited flood affected people of Faridpur district and delivered speeches in public meetings at Madaripur town, Barhamganj Bazar of Shibchar PS. They assured sufficient relief for the flood affected areas expressing heartfelt sympathy to the flood affected people. Munsur Ali expressed concern for non-cooperation from central government and appealed to cast vote for Awami League so that Suhrawardy might be elected as Prime Minister. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in his speech blamed Muslim League for high price of commodity and also criticized Muslim League leaders. HS Suhrawardy criticized jute policy of Muslim League Government and assured to fight with the centre for relief money.
Faridpur, 16 September 1958
Page No. 364 of file No. 13-54 (Faridpur).
Copy of report of a D.I.O15. dated 11.9.58.
……………………………………………………………….
15. D.I.O. – District Intelligence Officer, who is assigned to collect secret information or intelligence on political suspects, organizations and other political activities and different events related to public interests in the respective district.
……………………………………………………………….
Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy, Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman and Mr. Munsur Ali Minister in charge of Commerce, Labour and Industries, Govt. of East Pakistan reached Madaripur Launch Ghat on 11.9.58 at 13.00 hrs. by Govt. Launch. They were given a rousing reception at the Launch Ghat by the members of the Awami League, students of the local Nazimuddin College and other educational Institutions and the members of the public. While receiving the honorable guests and the Minister, the students gave some anti-police slogans. Then the leaders were brought in a procession to the Municipal Market, Madaripur town, where a public meeting (big in size) was held with Mr. Suhrawardy in the chair.
Mr. Munsur Ali, Minister-in-charge of Commerce, Labour and Industries, Govt. of East Pakistan first addressed the meeting. In course of his speech, he referred to the recent unhappy incident of Madaripur and urged upon the students to be calm and quiet and face the Commission which has been set-up recently to enquire into the incident. He reminded the students that when the incident was under enquiry by a commission, it was not only unjust to indulge in discussion on the matter but also it was a criminal offence. The Minister also assured the audience of giving relief to the flood-affected people of the subdivision according to their means.
Mr. Mujibur Rahman in his speech also requested the students to remain calm and quiet and wait for the decision of the Enquiry Commission. He further said that the A.L. Govt. had been trying hard to ameliorate the conditions of the flood- affected people of the district by giving sufficient relief. He also referred to the step- motherly treatment towards East Pakistan by the Central Govt. and it was he who had given a fight in the centre in realising the proportionate share due to East Pakistan and he had been successful to a considerable extent in this respect. He declared to the people that without the proper share due to East Pakistan from the Central Govt. of Pakistan, no improvement of the country in any direction was possible.
Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy in his speech gave out that he had not come here for election campaign but to see the condition of the flood affected brethren of the area. He said that he had already visited the flood-affected places of the subdivision and fully realised how the people of these areas had been passing their days amidst difficulties and distress. He assured the audience that the A.L. Govt. would leave no stone unturned to alleviate the grievances of the people.
The speeches of the speakers were highly appreciated by the members of the public and the students.
After the meeting was over, Mr. Munsur Ali and Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman visited the local Nazimuddin College, Madaripur, where they assured the students and the professors of rendering sufficient aid for the upliftment of the college. They also requested the students to be moderate and courteous in their behaviour and not to indulge in such discussions which may hamper the smooth-working of the Commission.
Confidential
District intelligence Branch
Faridpur the 16th Sept., 1958.
No. 4157/61-49 B
Copy forwarded to A. Ahmed, Esqr., P.S.P., Spl. Supdt. of Police I.B., E.P., Dacca, for information.
Sd/- 16.9.58.
for S.P. D.I.B. Faridpur.
P. No. 368 of file No. 13-54 (Faridpur).
Copy of report of a D.I.O. dated 14.9.58.
Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy, Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman and Mr. Munsur Ali, Minister, C.L.I., E.P., reached Barhamganj Bazar, P.S. Shibchar, on 13.9.58 at 13.00 hours. They were given a warm reception by the reception committee formed by the Thana Awami League, Shibchar and local people.
Mr. Munsur Ali first addressed the meeting (big in size) at Barhamganj Bazar. In course of his speech, the Minister expressed heartfelt sympathy for the flood- affected people of Shibchar. He said that he had come to Shibchar to see the sufferings of the people with his own eyes. He promised to the audience that on his return to Dacca, he would arrange relief for the flood-affected people in consultation with other Minister. He also reminded the people that the resources of the Govt. were very limited and they had to cope with the situation with the available resources.
Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman at the very out-set of his brief speech expressed heartfelt sympathy for the flood-stricken people of Faridpur district and narrated their sufferings. He also described the sufferings of the flood-affected people of other districts. He requested Mr. Suhrawardy, the Chief of the Awami League, to go to Karachi immediately after his return to Dacca for realising sufficient flood relief from the Central Govt. for the flood-affected people of this wing of Pakistan. He requested the audience to join Awami League for strengthening the hands of Mr. Suhrawardy. He criticised the Muslim League administration and held the Muslim Leaguers responsible for spending a huge sum of money in West Pakistan for various development works and neglecting this wing of Pakistan. He also narrated the good work done by the Awami League Coalition Govt. in Pakistan.
Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy, the Awami League Chief, expressed deep sympathy for the flood-stricken people of this wing of Pakistan and stressed the urgent necessity of granting sufficient flood relief to them. He also said that he would go to Karachi on his return to Dacca, after consulting the Provincial Ministers to realise considerable flood relief from the Central Govt. for East Pakistan. He advocated strongly in favour of the joint electorate system and vehemently criticised those who supported the separate electorate system. He gave reasons for the urgent necessity of granting party between the two wings of Pakistan for the unity and brotherhood of the Pakistanis. Lastly he expressed strong desire to serve the people of Pakistan up to his last day of life.
Mr. Suhrawardy, the Minister and Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman also visited Kabirajpur and other flood affected areas of Gopalganj and Madaripur Subdivisions and left for Dacca in the evening of 13.9.58 by Govt. launch.
The meeting started at about 13.30 hours and ended at about 14.30 hrs.
No untoward incident took place. The audience present appeared to have appreciated the speeches of the leaders. They also appeared to be hopeful for the assurance of rendering flood relief to the flood affected people at the instance of Mr. Suhrawardy.
Confidential
Dist. Intelligence Branch
Faridpur, the September, 1958.
No. 4198/61-49 B.
Copy forwarded to A. Ahmed, Esqr., PSP, Spl. Supdt. of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca, for information.
Sd/-17.9.58.
for S.P., D.I.B., Faridpur.
P. No. 366 to 365 of File No. 13-54 (Faridpur)
Copy of report of a D.I.O. dt. 13.9.58.
I beg to report that a mammoth public meeting was held at Gopalganj on 12.9.58 from 15.15 hours to 16.45 hours under the auspices of the Sub-divisional Awami League, Gopalganj in connection with the visit of Minister, Mr. Munsur Ali, Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy and Mr. Shaikh Mujibur Rahman, Secretary, East Pakistan Awami League.
The meeting report according to proforma is given below:-
1. Date and hour: 12.9.58 from 15.15 hours to 16.45 hours.
2. Place: Gopalganj town.
3. President: Quazi Muzaffar Husain, President A.L. Adhoc Committee, Gopalganj S/o L. Felanuddin of Kurpala, Kotwalipara and of Gopalganj town.
4. Convener’s Occasion: They discussed the economic condition and the political condition of the country.
5. Attendance: Big.
6. Slogans uttered: “Pakistan Zindabad,” “Narae-Takbir Allaho Akbar” “Awami League Zindabad,” “Janab Sahid Suhrawardy Zindabad,” “Janab Sk. Mujibur Rahman Zindabad” “Janab Munsur Ali Zindabad.”
7. Speakers
1. Mr. Munsur Ali, Minister, East Pakistan, Dacca-He at the very out-set expressed grave concern for the economic condition of the country arising out of the flood devastation. He expressed deep sympathy for the flood affected people of Faridpur district, specially of Gopalganj subdivision. He gave assurance to the people to render help from the Govt. to the flood affected people and promised to take all possible measures to draw sanction of money and other reliefs from the Central Govt. He also discussed the services rendered to the people by the Awami League Govt. He also expressed concern that the Central Govt. was not co-operating with the provincial Govt.16 in respect of sanction of money in various development projects of East Pakistan Govt. He also said that since the creation of Pakistan the Central Govt. was showing a step motherly treatment to East Pakistan. He admired the regime of Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy who gave sufficient sanction of money for the various development projects of East Pakistan while he was a Prime Minister. He criticised the regime of M.L. Govt. during which they did no substantial work for the development of East Pakistan rather they led the country to destruction. He also appealed to
……………………………………………………………….
16. Provincial Government – A provincial government is the government of a country subdivision in a federal form of government, which shares political power with the federal or national government. At the time of independence from British regime in August 1947, the then Pakistan included the five provinces: Bengal, Punjab, Sind, NWFP (presently Khyber Pakhtunkhwa) and Baluchistan (Chief Commissioner’s Province).
……………………………………………………………….
the people to cast their votes in favour of A.L. in the next general election so that Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy might be elected as the Prime Minister of Pakistan.
2. Sk. Mujibur Rahman Secretary, East Pakistan A.L-He inter-alia, criticised the regime of M.L. Govt. and the leaders of the same as well as leaders like Chaudhuri Md. Ali (N.I) and Maulana Shamsul Haq17 Faridpuri (N.I), Mr. Wahiduzzaman (M.L) and Mr. Sabur (M.L) of Khulna. He criticised the regime of M.L. Govt. which was in power for long 9 years and which did nothing for the development of East Pakistan.
He gave a comparative figures of expenditure of Central Govt. and the East Pakistan Govt. during the regime of M.L. Govt. in which he showed that East Pakistan was always neglected by the Central Govt. in respect of foreign aid, service, monetary grant, etc. and the same had been continuing till now. He admired the glorious services of the A.L. for the country and for other development works. He said that the object of the visit of Mr. Suhrawardy to Gopalganj was for arranging for relief and various grants for the flood-affected people of Gopalganj subdivision. He made the M.L. Govt. responsible for the high prices of all commodities and the economic depression of the country. He urged upon the audience to cast their votes in favour of A.L. so that Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy might be elected as Prime Minister of Pakistan in the next general election.
3. Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy, Awami League Chief, Pakistan-He expressed grave concern for the flood-affected area of Faridpur Dist. He criticised the jute policy of the M.L. Govt. which was responsible for the present low price of jute. He also added that the jute market of Pakistan had been a failure in the world market. He gave assurance to the people that he would try heart and soul with the help of the Govt. to raise the price of jute. He also said that he would fight in the centre for bringing sufficient relief and other things from the Central Govt. for the flood-affected people of East Pakistan specially for Faridpur district. He also criticised the step motherly treatment for the central Govt. towards East Pakistan in every respect. He urged upon the audience the importance of casting votes in favour of A. L.
……………………………………………………………..
17. Shamsul Haque (1 February 1918 – 1965) – Shamsul Haque was the first General Secretary of Awami League and played a key role in Bengali Nationalist Movement in the 1950s and 1960s. He was a Bengali politician who led a parliamentary committee in the Constituent Assembly of Pakistan to advocate for the recognition of Bengali Language during the Language Movement of 1950s. He was imprisoned for participating in the Language Movement and suffered mental illness.
……………………………………………………………………
No resolution was adopted in the meeting. All most all the people seemed to have been impressed by the speeches of the speakers.
Minister Mr. Munsur Ali and others also halted at Sindiaghat on 12.9.58 from 07.00 hours to 10.00 hours on way to Gopalganj. During the time, they held interview with the local A.L. leaders and other people of the area. They also held a camera meeting at Sindiaghat in front of the Dak bungalow and expressed grief for the flood-affected people of the locality and gave assurance for giving relief to the flood-affected people and the increase of jute prices. Nothing unusual did happen during their visits at Sindiaghat and at Gopalganj.
–
Confidential
Dist. Intelligence Branch
Faridpur, the 18th Sept. 1958.
No. 4236/61-49 B.
Copy forwarded to A. Ahmed, Esqr., P.S.P., Spl. Supdt. of Police, Intelligence Branch, E.P, Dacca, for information.
Sd/-
for S.P., D.I.B., Faridpur.
18.9.58.
–
P. No. 377 of file No. 13-54 (Faridpur).
Ext. from A/I. No. 38 for the week ending 20.9.58.
3. Political Activities.
(c) Others.
2106. Faridpur. – On 11th September a public meeting (big) was held at the Municipal Market, Madaripur town, under the presidentship of Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy, in which the Minister Mr. Munsur Ali, Shaikh Mujibur Rahman and Mr. Suhrawardy delivered speeches. They discussed the sufferings of the flood- stricken people and assured them of giving immediate relief. They also gave out that the A.L. Government would leave no stones unturned to mitigate the sufferings of the people.
Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy, Mr. Mansur Ali18, Minister in-charge of Commerce, Labour and industries Government of East Pakistan and Shaikh Mujibur Rahman
………………………………………………………….
18. Capt. Mansur Ali (16 January 1917-1975) – Capt. Muhammad Mansur Ali was a close confidant of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and played an important role in the 6-Point Movement. He was an active member of Awami Muslim League (later Awami League). He studied in Kolkata Islamia College (now Mowlana Azad College) and pursued MA degree in economics and law from Aligarh Muslim University. He joined to the Pakistan Army and attained the rank of Captain. He was arrested in 1952 for organizing the Language Movement. He was elected member of the East Pakistan Legislative Assembly in 1954 and 1970. During the Liberation War, he was one of the top organizers of the Provisional Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, most popularly known as Mujibnagar Government with a portfolio of Finance Minister. After the independence he became the Minister of Communications and later Home Affairs. He was assassinated on 3 November 1975 along with three other national leaders at Dhaka Central Jail known as infamous Jail Killing.
……………………………………………………………..
attended a public meeting (big) held at Gopalganj, under aegis of the Sub-divisional AL, Gopalganj, on 12th September with Qazi Muzaffar Husain (AL), son of the late Felanuddin of Kurpala, Kotwalipara, Faridpur and of Gopalganj town, in the chair. Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy, in his speech, criticised the jute policy of the ML Government and gave out that the ML was solely responsible for the present low price of jute. In conclusion he explained to the audience the necessity of casting votes in favour of the AL candidates during the next General Assembly Election.
A public meeting (small) under the auspices of the AL, Faridpur District, was held at Ambika Maidan, Faridpur town, on 18th September under the presidentship of Shamsuddin Ahmed, Pleader (AL), son of Nuruddin of Chumurdi, Bhanga, Faridpur and of Faridpur town. Resolutions, inter alia, demanding fifteen crores of rupees as relief for East Pakistan, fixation of the price of jute at the rate of Rs. 30/- and rice at the rate of Rs. 20 per maund, rationing system throughout the district, three months’ advance of pay for the third and the fourth grade officers, condemning the action of the Central Government for their alleged indifferent attitude in giving relief to East Pakistan, were passed in the meeting.
–
15
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, General Secretary, Awami League in a press statement denied any relationship with newly formed Jubo Awami League.
Dacca, 22 September 1958
যুব আওয়ামী লীগের সহিত সম্পর্ক নাই
আওয়ামী সম্পাদক শেখ মুজিবরের বিবৃতি
পূর্ব পাকিস্তান প্রাদেশিক আওয়ামী লীগের সাধারণ সম্পাদক শেখ মুজিবর রহমান সংবাদপত্রে প্রকাশার্থ নিম্ন লিখিত বিবৃতি দিয়াছেন:-
কতিপয় ব্যাক্তি “যুব আওয়ামী লীগ” নামে একটি প্রতিষ্ঠান গঠন করিয়াছেন এবং করাচী ‘যুব আওয়ামী লীগে’র অনুমোদন পাইতেছিলেন বলিয়া একটি সংবাদের প্রতি আমার দৃষ্টি আকৃষ্ট হইয়াছে। এইরূপ কোন প্রতিষ্ঠানের সহিত আওয়ামী লীগের কোন সম্পর্ক নাই বলিয়া আমি ঘোষণা করিতেছি এবং নেতাদের এই প্রতিষ্ঠানের সহিত সম্পর্কছেদের অনুরোধ জানাইতেছি। অধিকন্তু আমি ঘোষণা করিতেছি এবং সমুদয় আওয়ামী লীগ কর্মী এবং নেতাদের এই প্রতিষ্ঠানের সহিত সম্পর্কছেদের অনুরোধ জানাইতেছি। অধিকন্তু আমি আওয়ামী লীগ কর্মীদের এইরূপ কোন কার্য্যকলাপের প্রশ্রয় না দিতে অনুরোধ করিতেছি। আওয়ামী লীগ একটি অখন্ড প্রতিষ্ঠান, ইহার অভ্যন্তরে কোন অধীন প্রতিষ্ঠান থাকিতে পারে না, যদি কোন আওয়ামী লীগ কোথাও পূর্ব পাকিস্তান ও এই শ্রেণীর কোন প্রতিষ্ঠান গঠন করিয়া থাকিলে তাহাকে এখনি তাহা ভাংগিয়া দিতে হইবে।
জেলা এবং মহকুমা আওয়ামী লীগ ইউনিটগুলিকে তাহাদের নিজ নিজ এলাকার এইরূপ কোন ঘটনা যেন না ঘটে তাহার প্রতি লক্ষ্য রাখিতে অনুরোধ করা হইতেছে।
Side note: On the P. F. of Sk. Mujibur Rahman. Sd/- DS6 22.9
–
16
Office order issued to report departures and arrivals of all political leaders including MP and MPA as arrival of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman from Karachi was not reported.
Dacca, 10 October 1958
SSII perusal pl. papers below reg. the movement of Sk. Mujibur Rahman.
The subject arrived Dacca by PIA from Karachi on 8-10-58 but O/C Immigration did not report his movement on the plea that he ceased to be an MP/MPA from that date. O/C Immigration should not have exercised his discretion without making a reference to us. He may be directed to continue reporting movements of all political personalities including Ex MPS & MPAs until further order. DS6 may pl. see.
Sd/-10.10.58
Side note: To, SSII pl. Sd/-10.10.58
As proposed, O.C Immigration informed over telephone. Sd/-11.10.58.
TELEPHONE MESSAGE
Handed in at … A.M/P.M. Date: 10/10/58
Received at 11.15 hrs. A.M/P.M.
From: O/C Immigration, Dacca. Addresses (if given)
To : DS-1, IB, EP, Dacca.
Ref: arrival of Sk. Mazibar Rahman.
Sk. Mazibar Rahman was not an M.P. on 8.10.58 and as such no message was sent. The orders are that the movements of M.Ps, M.P.AS and M.L.As are to be reported. Orders are solicited for the guidance of this office.
Sd/-10.10.
TELEPHONE MESSAGE
Handed in at … A.M/P.M. Date: 10.10.58
Received at 09.30 hrs. A.M/P.M.
From: O/C Immigration Mr. B. Manik Addresses (if given) D.A.P
To :D.S. I, IB. EP, Dacca.
Sk. Muzibar Rahman arrived from Karachi on 8.10.58 by P.I.A. This is for your kind information.
Side note: Message transmitted to O/C Immigration at 11.15 hrs. Sd/-10.10 O/C Immigration, Why this was not reported on 8.10.58? Who is responsible for the omission? Please report at once. Sd/-10.10.58
Communicated to the O/C Immigration over phone and was recorded by ASI Serajul Islam at 10.25 hrs. Sd/-11.10.58.
From D.S.I, I.B.
To: O/C Immigration, Dacca Airport.
Ref: Your explanation dt. 10.10.58 regarding non-reporting the arrival
of Sk. Mujibur Rahman, ex M.P.A.
Please continue to report the arrivals and departures of all political leaders including the ex-M.Ps and ex-M.P.As and other suspects until further order. Omission to report will be seriously dealt with. Sd/- 11.10.58 DS I, IB 11.10.58.
–
17
Petition of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman to SP, Dacca requesting to return his personal jeep seized by police.
Dacca, 10 October 1958
Copy
115, Segunbagicha
P.O. Ramna, Dacca.
10.10.58.
To
The Superintendent of Police, Dacca.
Dear Sir,
You have seized my Jeep EBD 111 (Red Jeep). Perhaps you think this is the Jeep belonging to the Awami League Party. I inform you that it is my personal jeep and the registration number was given when I was Minister in charge of the C.L. &I. Department, Government of East Pakistan and was living at 15, Abdul Gani Road in the capacity of Minister. Occasionally the jeep was used for the party work while I was General Secretary of the Awami League. So I would request you to kindly enquire into the matter and return the jeep as it is my personal property.
Thanking you,
Yours faithfully,
Sd/- Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
…
Memo. No. 16914-E, dated 11.10.58.
Copy forwarded to A.S.M. Ahmed, Esqr. P.S.P., Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., East Pakistan, Dacca, for information and necessary action, as the seizure was done as per order received through him.
Sd/-M.A. Haque
11/10/58.
Superintendent of Police,
Dacca.
Side note: Copy of notes & orders in file 127-58 Gl. N.S.P. VII
Show D.S.6, Sd/- A. Majid.14.10.58
Seen. Let office put up Sk. Mujib’s P.F. Sd/- A. Hafiz 31.10.58.
–
18
Statement of Jailor, Dacca Central Jail wherein he mentioned Sheikh Mujibur Rahman would not worry to remain in jail as long as the authorities wished and he encouraged his companions not to be discouraged for being brought to jail as Military rule would not last long.
Dacca, 12 October 1958
Extract from statement of Mr. Waheduddin Ahmad Chaudhuri, Jailor, Dacca Central Jail.
On 12.10.58 at about 8 P.M. Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman was brought into the Dacca Central Jail under arrest.
1) Sk. Mujibar Rahman did not appear to be up-set. He talked most and said that he would not have minded to remain in the jail as long as the authorities like, if he was detained as a political prisoner. He regretted that he had been arrested to end his political career. He encouraged his companions not to be dejected for their being brought to jail as this Military rule would not last long and they would again go to public life.
–
19
Military arrested Sheikh Mujibur Rahman from 117, Segun Bagicha residence and handed him over to Anti-corruption Inspector. SSP, IBEP submitted a report on his assets and properties subject to verification by open enquiry for confirmation of authenticity or otherwise.
Dacca, 12 October 1958
Urgent
TELEPHONE MESSAGE
Handed in at… A.M/P.M. Date 12/x/58
Received at 09.15 hrs. A.M/P.M.
From W/c Golam Mostafa of 1.B. Addresses (if given)
To: D/S I IB, Report to O/c watch IB.
Today between 06.00 to 07.40 hrs. searched the house of Sk. Mozibur Rahman (117, Segun Bagicha) by the Military person and arrested Sk. Mozibur Rahman & took away by one Anti-corruption Inspector by E.B.D Car No. 3585. This is for your kind information.
Sd/- 12/x
Side note: DS VI may kindly see for information & n/a. Sd/- 12.10.58
D.I.G.
You were pleased to ask me yesterday morning to make an enquiry about the assets and properties of Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman and submit report by today morning. In pursuance of that I started confidential enquiry and by contacting some persons of different status could gather the following information. The truth or otherwise of which is subject to verification by open enquiry. It was gathered that Mr. Rahman did not acquire any property in his own name & most of his assets in cash & properties are in the name of his relatives & trusted friends. His most intimate friend and lieutenant is Mr. Nuruddin of m/s Green & White Co. Ltd. and Mr. Mujibar had has direct and also indirect in all branches of the business & assets of that company.
1. The Cinema house under construction in front of the New market has been purchased from Mr. Nabi Hadi contractor by Mr. Nuruddin & partners and it is reported that Mr. Mujibar has a Benami share in that property.
2. It is reported that the vacant plot of the govt. land on the North- West corner of Abdul Ghani Road-to the West of the Building where Mr. Mujibar used to live while he was a minister of East Pakistan Govt. has been acquired in his favour.
3. Mr. Nuruddin has a Coal business under the title of m/s Green & White properties Ltd. and Sk. Mujibar Rahman has a share in it. It appears also that Mr. Mujibar Rahman during his last visit to China did the negotiation for supply of Coal to the East Bengal Govt. by the Chinese Govt. through this firm.
4. One Mr. Jafar Sadique is the maternal uncle in law (wife’s maternal uncle) of Mr. Mujibar Rahman. He has a sort of jute business in Narayanganj. He has constructed a building at North Chasara. It actually belongs to Mr. Mujibar Rahman whose wife was seen to supervise the construction from time to time.
5. It is reported that Mr. Mujibar has a Screw Nut Bolt factory at N. Ganj in the name of the aforesaid Jafar Sadique.
6. It is also reported Mr. Rahman has another Screw Nut Bolt factory in the name of either his private Secy. Mr. Abul Hussain or in the name of one contractor by the name of Kazi Altaf Hussain who lives in Wari area either in No. 4 Hare Street or in Rankin Street. Licenses for these factories were procured by Mr. M. Rahman.
7. It is reported that Mr. Mujibar Rahman’s brother Abu Naser has been married to the daughter of one Herajtulla Biswas. A market named as “Heraj Market” has been constructed at Khulna town and huge quantity of M.S. rods & cements was supplied under Mr. Mujibar Rahman’s order.
8. There is a firm by the name of m/s Pakistan Labour Supply Syndicate whose proprietor is reported to be the said Mr. Herajtulla Biswas. The entire handling contract of Chalna Port was given to this firm under his influence, the proprietary right of one.
9. Bengali weekly “Nutan Din” edited by one Mr. Julfiquar belongs to Mr. Mujibar Rahman.
10. It is reported that Mr. M. Rahman has managed to become the Managing Director of a Jute Concern in Tippera Dist. Detailed particulars could not be collected.
11. It is reported that he has share in Nigar Pharmacy of 14 Bangla Bazar, Dacca which belongs to his cousin (Mother’s sister’s son). Drug licenses were obtained under his influence.
12. It is reported that the rent of the house where he used to live with family is being paid by Tea Board though not permissible according Tea Board Act.
13. It was reported that 4 of his personal servants and the driver of the red jeep which has been seized by the Govt. recently were appointed as T. Board peons and are being paid by the Tea Board. It is reported that he wanted to purchase the Bengal Printing Press of 3/1 Patuatuli Lane but the deal did not materialize due to much hue & cry over this at the time. It is reported that Mr. M. Rahman took about Rs. 50,000/- from some important Industrial Concern.
Sd/-13.X
S.S.P.P.
Memo. No. 12581 dt. 13.10.58.
Secret
Copy forwarded to Major S. Kalimullah, G.S. II (1) for information.
Sd/-13.10 DIG IB EB.
–
20
Petition from Abul Hashim, Ex-General Secretary, Bengal Provincial Muslim League on behalf of the people of East Pakistan to the members of East Pakistan Legislature. In the petition struggling political career of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and his service to the nation were embodied.
Dacca, 17 October 1958
A PETITION TO THE MEMBERS OF THE EAST PAKISTAN LEGISLATURE ON BEHALF OF THE PEOPLE OF EAST PAKISTAN.
TO MEMBERS OF THE EAST PAKISTAN LEGISLATURE
Brethren:
This is probably the Last Session of the East Bengal Legislatives Assembly. The time is fast coming when you will have to render accounts and face the people directly to justify the confidence reposed in your sense of justice by your voters and supporters. This is perhaps your last chance to do some good in the Assembly and earn good name for you and establish your position as fearless champion of Right against Might, the Rule of Law against the Rule of Arbitrary will of the Authority, of Popular Freedom and Democratic Liberties against Fascist Tyranny and Bureaucratic Zoolum.
YOUNGMEN’S RESPONSE TO QUAIDA-I-AZAM’S CALL FOR PAKISTAN.
A decade ago in 1040 the Quaid-I-Azam and the All India Muslim League19 called the Muslims of India to organise and fight for Pakistan as the only path of the freedom independence and self-realization of the Muslim nation.
………………………………………………………
19. All India Muslim League All India Muslim League (AIML) popularly known as Muslim League was a political party established by the initiative of Bengali, non-Bengali Muslim elites, knights, nawabs & zamindars of British India on 30 December 1906 at Ahsan Manzil, Dhaka. The founder of the party was Nawab Sir Khawaja Salimullah Bahadur of Dhaka Nawab family. Sultan Muhammad Shah (Aga Khan III) was appointed the first honorary president. There were also six vice-presidents, a secretary and two joint secretaries initially appointed, proportionately from different provinces. AIML gained rapid popularity among the Muslims of British India as they dreamt of their rights and safety would be protected under its banner. The party established a separate Muslim majority nation state, Pakistan under the leadership of Mohammad Ali Jinnah through the partition of British India in 1947. Later the party was succeeded by Muslim League in Pakistan and Indian Union Muslim League in India. Soon after the partition of 1947 the Bengali leaders of Muslim League realized that the fate of the oppressed and poverty-hunger stricken people of East Bengal would never be changed under the leadership of Muslim League coterie rulers. In due course the party evolved as East Pakistan Awami Muslim League in East Pakistan (Bangladesh) on 23 June 1949 in a convention of the leaders and workers of Bengal Provincial Muslim League headed by Huseyn Shaheed Suhrawardy and Abul Hashim. As a mark of its secular posture, the term ‘Muslim’ was deleted from the name of the party at its third council meeting held on 21-23 October 1955.
…………………………………………………………
The youth of Islam led by the students were first and foremost to respond to this clarion call for Pakistan. They became the Advance Guards of the war of Independence of Pakistan. The students challenged and smashed all forces of opposition in Bengal. They braved all storms and faced all dangers cheerfully. They organised the Muslim League on war-footing as a Powerful fighting machine in every constituency of Bengal and when time came for General Elections in 1946 they worked and fought like giants and achieved greatest Victory and strongest position for the All-India Muslim League in Bengal where they helped in capturing all but six Muslim seats for the League, a success unequalled and unprecedented in whole of Muslim India. A Major part of this victory was made possible only by the selfless devotion and solid work of the Muslim students of Bengal of whom Sheikh Mojibur Rahman was one of the bravest and most efficient organizer and self- sacrificing fighter.
It was the students, and Youngman like Sheikh Mojibur Rahman, who really worked not only for your election to the assembly but helped in the making of East Pakistan.
SOLDERS OF PAKISTAN BATTLES FORGOTTEN AND PERSECUTED.
But it is a matter of profoundest sorrow and shame for the whole Millet that at the hour of Triumph of Pakistan the sacrifices of Mujahedean (Crusaders) of Pakistan were not only completely forgotten by they were singled out for persecutions and oppressions by those who wielded power and wanted to crush and eliminate them as rivals.
SHEIKH MUJIBUR RAHMAN
Sheikh Mujibar Rahman, the bravest of the brave of the crusaders of Pakistan and a first class worker of the Muslim League in East Bengal was arrested and detained for a long time without trial. He was then put to trial after a year and was honorably acquitted by the court of Law. But still he was detained as a Security prisoner. He is rotting in Jail from 1949 for about 2.5 years without any charge and without any legal proceedings against him. He is very ill and suffering a lot mentally and physically. For several months he has been under medical treatment in detention. His health is shattered and his life is in danger.
DIRECT QUESTIONS TO YOUR CONSCIENCE
We put the direct question to your conscience:
* Is this the way of rewarding the Valiant Fighters for Pakistan?
* Is it justice and Humanity?
* Is it Democracy?
* Did QUAID-I-AZAM call the Youth to struggle for Pakistan so that promising and changing Young men, should be subjected to arbitrary arrests and detention without trial for years and the lives of courageous young men, the hopes of Pakistan, should be broken, ruined and smothered for reasons of ‘Party Bazi’ of cliques?
* Sheikh Mazibur Rahman is the champion of the Democratic, Popular and Mass organisation. But is it a crime to protest against the coterie organisation and work for a genuine popular Democratic Mass organisation in Pakistan?
RECORD OF SERVICE
Now please see the report of service of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
AS A STUDENT WORKER: –
(i) Secretary, Gopalganj Subdivision Muslim League, 1940-47.
(ii) Member of the Working Committee of the Faridpur District Muslim League till 1947.
(iii) Member of the Council of the Bengal Provincial Muslim League till 1947. (iv) Member of the All India Muslim League Council.
(v) Worker-in-Charge of Faridpur District Muslim League Election Office, 1945- 46.
(vi) Worker-in-Charge, Sylhet Referendum Volunteer Group from Calcutta.
(vii) Joint Secretary, East Pakistan Awami Muslim League.
MR. MOHIUDDIN’S SERVICES
Record of Mr. Mohiuddin Ahmed of Barisal, a Detenu, is an under;-
AS STUDENT WORKER
(i) Secretary, District Muslim Students League, Nadia.
(ii) Secretary, District Muslim Students League, Barisal.
(iii) Member of Working Committee, All Bengal Provincial Muslim Students League.
(iv) Member of the council of All India Muslim Students Federation.
AS A POLITICAL WORKER
(i) Member of the Council of All Bengal Provincial Muslim League;
(ii) Secretary, District Muslim League, Barisal;
(iii) Member of the Council of the East Pakistan Provincial Muslim League.
In the name of Humanity, Justice, Democracy and Fairness to all constitutional parties and the stability of Pakistan as a well balanced Democracy we appeal to the members of the East Pakistan Assembly to assert their full influence individually and collectively to get the release of these young men and other political prisoners who deserve best of Pakistan. Most evidently they are not danger to Pakistan. They may be rivals to this or that local leader. But none can say honestly that they are the enemies of Pakistan, which is the fruit of their labours of love and the object of their youthful aspirations.
VERDICT OF U. N. O.
The verdict of Articles No. 9,10 and 11 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted by the General Assembly of the
“ARTICLE: 9 No one shall be subjected to arbitrary arrest, detention of exile.
“ARTICLE: 10 Everyone is entitled full equality to fair and public hearing by an independent and impartial tribunal, in determination of his rights and obligations and of any criminal charges against him.
ARTICLE : 11 (1) Everyone charged with a penal offence has the right to be presumed innocent till proved guilty according law in a public trial at which he has had all the guarantees necessary for the defence.
We appeal to you to be faithful to your Creator, true to the voice of your conscience and sincere to your people and do all that lies in your power to establish the Rule of Law and Justice, Brotherhood and Democracy in Pakistan.
We remain,
YOUR FELLOW-CITIZENS.
Abul Hashim,
Ex-General Secretary,
Bengal Provincial Muslim League.
Dated, 15th FEB., 1952.
Abdul Hamid Khan (Bhashanir Pir)
President,
East Pakistan Awami Muslim League.
Kafiluddin Chowdhury,
Secretary,
Dacca Dist. Bar Association.
and others.
***
Published by
Musharraf Hussain Choudhury
Akon/17/10/58.
–
21
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan sent on request a short note on Sheikh Mujibur Rahman to Intelligence Bureau, Karachi.
Karachi, 18 October 1958
Secret/Immediate
No.14/B/58-(39).
Intelligence Bureau
Government of Pakistan,
47-A, Queensway,
Karachi-1, dated the 18 OCT. 1958
My dear Ahmed,
Please refer to letter No. 5149/3-48 (Statt.) dated April 9, 1956, regarding notes on leaders in East Pakistan.
2. I shall be grateful if you will kindly let us have an up-to-date note in duplicate, on Sheikh Mujib-ur-Rahman, M.P., Secretary, East Pakistan Awami League, subsequent to June 23, 1955 at a very early date.
Yours sincerely,
Sd/-
(M.M. Ahmed)
Assistant Director.
A. Ahmed, Esquire, PSP.,
Special Superintendent-II,
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan, Dacca.
BY SPECIAL BAG.
–
Secret
No. 13701 dt. 31.X.58.
606-48 P.F. (E)
My Dear Ahmed,
Please refer to your memo No 14/B/58-(39) dt. 18.10.58 regarding short notes on Sk. Mujibur Rahman.
As desired, I forward herewith an up-to-date Short Note in duplicate on the activities of the subject.
Yours faithfully
Sd/- (A. Ahmad)
Side note: M.M. Ahmed, Esq; P.S.P.
Asstt. Director, (1), Intelligence Bureau Karachi.
–
22
Sheikh Fazilatunnessa lodged an application to DIG, IB alleging that permission was allowed by District Magistrate, Dacca to meet her husband in the central Jail, Dacca but jail authority refused. Later the interview was allowed.
Dacca, 20 October 1958
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
115, SEGUN BAGICHA
RAMNA, DACCA. Dated 20.10.58.
To
The Dy. I.G., I.B., Govt. of E. Pakistan, Dacca.
Sir,
I have the honour to state that with the permission of the District Magistrate, Dacca. I went to see my husband Sheikh Mujibur Rahman who is now detained in the Dacca Central Jail for alleged charges of corruption. But I was not allowed to see him and was told at the Jail gate that my husband is detained now also under the Safety Ordinance. The D.M., Dacca was kind enough to permit me to see my husband every Tuesday and Saturday every week.
I would now request you to kindly permit me to see my husband on the days mentioned above every week and I may kindly be allowed to take with me Mr. Mominul Huq, cousin of my husband along with me while I go to see my husband. The D.M.’s order is attached herewith for your kind perusal.
Thanking You.
Yours faithfully,
Fazilatunnessa.
(MRS. FAZILATUN NESSA)
20.10.58.
Side note: Pl. keep it in the P.F. of Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Sd/- 27.10.58
Present. Syed Wazed Ali, S.I. D.I.B. Dacca. 21.10.58
Conducted the interview in presence of the above named, S.I. of D.I.B.
Sd/-21.10
The petitioner alone is allowed to interview her husband between
9 a.m. & 11 a.m. on Tuesday the 21st October 1958. Sd/-D.I.G. I.B.
Dacca. 20.10.58.
Confidential
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan, Lalbagh
Dacca, the 27.10.1958.
No. 13394/606-48 P.F.
To
N. Nematullah, Esq., B.A., B.L.,
Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail, Dacca.
Kindly allow Mrs. 1. Fazilatun Nessa 2. Mr. Mominul Hoq of 115, Segun Bagicha, Ramna, Dacca to have an interview with political prisoner Mr. Majibur Rahman as a special case at D.C. Jail on a day fixed by the Jail authorities in presence of an I.B. Officer.
me.
The party may be informed accordingly & the date fixed committed to
Sd/-27.10.58.
For Dy. Inspector General of Police,
I.B., E.P., Dacca.
To
The D.I.G. I.B.,
Government of East Pakistan, Dacca.
Dear Sir,
I beg to state that my husband Sheikh Mujibur Rahman has been detained in the Dacca Central Jail. We have been residing in a requisitioned house allotted to the Chairman, Pakistan Tea Board. The Estate Officer has asked to vacate the house (115, Segunbagicha) within 30.10.58. In the circumstance it has been most essential to see my husband along with his brother Mominul Huq who will accompany me.
Thanking you,
Yours faithfully,
F. Nessa.
(Fazilatunnessa)
115, Segunbagicha, Ramna, Dacca.
27.10.58.
Side note: Allowed interview as a special case. Sd/-27.10.58. D.I.G. I.B. Dacca.
Government of East Pakistan.
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 49/ (Con.) dated 29.10.58.
To
Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa &
Mr. Maminul Huq,
115, Segunbagicha,
Ramna, Dacca.
Both you are hereby allowed to have an interview with Mr. Sk. Majibur Rahman at the Jail gate at 4-30 P.M. on 30-10-58.
Sd/-W.A Choudhury
Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail
Confidential
Memo. No. 49/1/Con. dated 29.10.58.
Copy to D.I.G., I.B., East Pakistan, Dacca for information with reference to his No. 13394/606-48 PF dated 27.10.58.
An I.B. Officer may kindly be deputed to attend the interview on the date & time fixed.
Sd/-
Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Side note: DSI, Perusal pl. An officer may pl. be deputed for the purpose. Sd/- 29.10.58.
S.I. Aftabuddin Ahmed will please comply. Sd/- 29.10
Ref. Party interview with Sk. Mujibar Rahman.
D.S.VI
Sir,
Beg to report that I attended the interview held between Sk. Mujibar Rahman (Genl. Secy. dissolved A.L) and his wife Fazilatun Nessa at Dacca Central Jail on 30.10.58 at 4.30 P.M.
During the interview no political discussion took place.
Y.O.S.
Aftabuddin Ahmed
S.I. of Police I.B.
31.X.58.
–
23
Brief history of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and two Awami League leaders sent to Secretary, Government of East Pakistan by DIG, IB. Detention orders were served on them at Dacca Central Jail.
Dacca, 21 October 1958
Top Secret
INTELLIGENCE BRANCH, EAST PAKISTAN
Lalbagh, Dacca.
Dated the 21st October, 1958.
No. 13042
To
A.Q. Ansari, Esq.,
Secretary to the Govt. of East Pakistan,
Home Department, Dacca.
In continuation of this office Memo. No. T.S. 12 dated 18.10.58. I am sending herewith the Brief Histories of the following persons. :-
1. Sk. Mujibur Rahman,
2. Abul Mansoor Ahmed,
3. M. Abdul Khaleque.
Sd/-21/10
(A.S.M. Ahmed)
Deputy Inspector-General of Police,
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan,
Dacca.
Side note: T.S. Pl. Supply two copies. Sd/- 22.10
Secret
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT, DACCA CENTRAL JAIL.
Memo No. 13/Con. dated 22.10.58.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police,
I.B., East Pakistan, Dacca.
Sub: Service of Government Orders on security prisoners, Mr. Abul Mansoor Ahmed, Sheikh Majibur Rahman and Md. Abdul Khaleque.
Ref: Your Memo No. 12937 dated 18.10.58.
In returning herewith three duplicate copies of G.O. No. 7275-H.S., 7276-H.S. and 7277-H.S. dated 18.10.58 in respect of the above named persons, I am to report that the original copies of the Government Orders referred to above were duly served on them on 19.10.58.
Sd/-
Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
22.10.58.
–
Government of East Pakistan
Home (Special) Department.
Order
No. 7276-H.S., dated Dacca., 18th Oct., 1958.
Whereas having considered the materials against Shaikh Mujibar Rahman son of Sk. Lutfar Rahman of Gupalganj, village Tangipara, District-Faridpur and of Dacca City the Governor is satisfied that with a view to preventing the said person from committing any act which is intended or likely to endanger public safety and maintenance of public order, as defined in Section (2) of the East Pakistan Prevention of Prejudicial Acts Ordinance, 1958 (East Pakistan Ordinance No. LXXIII of 1958) the Governor is pleased, under Sub-Section (1) of Section (3) of the said Ordinance, to direct that the said person be detained in Dacca Central Jail until further order.
By order of the Governor,
Sd/-
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
Seen.
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
19.10.58
Attested
Sd/-20/10
Deputy Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
–
24
Letter to Sheikh Mujibur Rahman from A N Mohiuddin Ahmed alias Raja, Survey Inspector Gopalganj withheld.
Faridpur, 25 October 1958
No. 13385 dt. 27.10.58
CENSOR CERTIFICATE
No. 1A (1) Date of receipt 25.10.58.
Letter dated 17.10.58.
From : S. Prisoner, Terrorist/U.T., Convict, Ord.- A.N. Mohiuddin Ahmed, Gopalganj, Faridpur.
To: S. Prisoner, Terrorist/U.T., Convict, Ord.- Sheikh Mazibar Rahman.
Memo : Dacca Central Jail/C/O D.I.G. I.B.- 20/Con. dt. 23.10.58.
Remarks of Censor Officer. May be passed.
The letter contains materials other than domestic and private. May be withheld. The writer is a Govt. servant & appears to be sympathetic towards Awami League (since referred & staunch supporters of Sk. Mujibar Rahman).
Sd/- 25.10.58
Side note: withheld. Sd/-25.10.58.
Gopalganj
dt. 17.10.58
মিয়া ভাইজান—
আমার আন্তরীক ছালাম গ্রহন করিবেন৷ আজ কোন এক অজানা প্রেরণায় বাধ্য করছে আমাকে আপনার নিকট দু-কলম লিখতে জানিনা এর ফল সুফল বা খারাপ হবে তা একমাত্র রাব্বুল আল আমিন খোদায়ই জানে। যাহা হউক আজ শুক্রবার ভোর ৬ টা আল্লাহ্ তায়ালার দরগায় হাজারও শোকর যে গভীর রাত্র হতে ভোর পর্য্যন্ত আল্লাহরই মসজিদে থাকবার সৌভাগ্য হয়েছে এবং সেই উছিলায় খোদার দরগায় আপনার বর্ত্তমান অবস্থা ও ভবিষ্যতের জন্য এই নাদান গোনাহগার বান্দার দু ফোটা চোখের জল খরচ হয়েছে জানি না তা খোদা কবুল করে নিবেন কিনা। যদি কবুল করে নেন-খোদা রাব্বুল আল আমিন তবে বুঝব যে আল্লাহ্ তার কোটী কোটী গরীব মজলুম নিপিরীত পাকিস্তানীদের খেদমত করতে আপনাকে ছেরাতুল মুস্তাকিমের পথে টেনে নিয়ে যাবেন এবং আপনার বৰ্ত্তমান ও ভবিষ্যত বাধা বিঘ্ন বিপদ আপদ সব কিছু তিনি বিদূরিত করে দিবেন।
আজকের এই বিপদ কিছুই না এটা হয়ত খোদা তায়ালারই একটা আশীর্বাদ আমি মনে করব কারন মানুষকে খোদা ছোট ছোট বিপদ দিয়ে তার পথে টেনে নিবার জন্য এবং তাকে স্বরন করবার জন্যই বিপদ দেন ইহা আল্লাহ তার পাক কালামের মধ্যেই মানুষকে জানায়ে দিয়াছে কিন্তু মানুষ তা বোঝে না পড়ে না দেখেনা এবং বোঝবার চেষ্টাও করে না। এক প্রবাদ আছে যে আমাদের দেশে যদি কেহ, তার পরিবার বর্গের কাছে পত্র দেয় কিন্তু সেই পরিবারের মধ্যে কেহ লেখা পড়া না জানে তবে মহল্লাকে মহল্লা পার হয়ে কোথায় কে ঐ পত পড়ে অর্থ করে দিতে পারে তার কাছে দৌড়ায়৷ কিন্তু হায় মানুষ তোমাদের কাছে খোদা তায়ালা যে পত্র স্বরূপ পাক কালাম – কোরান নাজেল করেছেন তা বুঝবার জন্য কতটুকু চেষ্টা করে। যাহা হউক আমার আসল উদ্দ্যেশ্য ছেরে তবলিগের পথে পা বারাচ্ছি সে জন্য মাপ করবেন৷
কথা ছিল এই বিপদ আশীর্বাদ স্বরূপ কিরূপে তাহাই জানাচ্ছি আপনার বিরুদ্ধে যে দূর্নিতীর অভিযোগ আনা হয়েছে তা যদি প্রমানই হয় তবে সাস্তি আপনার প্রাপ্য কাজেই তার জন্য আমার অনুতাপ হবে কিনা তা জানি না কিন্তু আপনি যে অনুতপ্ত হবেন তা বেশ ভাল করেই বুঝি এবং ভবিষ্যতে সে জন্য সাবধান থাকবেন যাতে এইরূপ আর কিছু না করেন যার ফল আরও মারাত্মক ধরনের কাজেই শাস্তি পেলেও আমার মতে সেটা আশির্ব্বাদ আর যদি মুক্তি পান – আপনার বিরুদ্ধে যে Charge আনা হবে তা যদি প্রমান ব্যতিরেকে নাকচ হয়ে যায় তবে দুনিয়ার প্রতিটি মানুষ জানবে যে আপনার কৰ্ম্ম জীবনে এতটুকু পদস্খলন হয়নি এবং তার জন্য আপনী স্বমাজের কাছে মানুষের চোখে আরও বড় হয়ে থাকবেন।
আপনার বিরুদ্ধে কি Charge আনা হবে তা বোধ হয় আপনিও জানতে পেরেছেন বলে মনে হয় না আর আমরাত জানতে পারি নাই— তাই আমার বিশেষ অনুরোধ এবং ছোট ভাই হিসাবে আব্দার যে আপনি আল্লাহর দরগায় তওবা পড়ে আল্লাহর কাছে কান্না কাটি করেন যে, আয় আল্লাহ তুমি আমাকে সমস্ত পিছনের গুনাহ মাপ করে তোমার হেদায়েত দিয়ে আমাকে টেনে নেও তোমার পথে এবং তোমার মানুষের খেদমতের পথে। এবং তুমিই ছত্তার তুমি আমার দোষকে ঠেকে রাখতে পার তাই তুমি আমাকে আশু বিপদ থেকে মুক্তি দাও যেন আমি তোমার দ্বীনের খেতমত তথা তোমার পেয়ারা বান্দার খেদমত করতে পারি।
আল্লাহ্ পাক তার কালামে পাকের মধ্যে জানাইয়াছেন যে, অমা খালাক, তুল জিন্না ওয়াল ইনছা লে ইয়া-বুদুন। অর্থাৎ আল্লাহ জ্বেন ও মানুষকে শুধু তাহারই এবাদাতের জন্য সৃষ্টি করেছেন৷ তবে কথা হল ফরজ ওয়াজেব ও রছুলের চুন্নত ছাড়া মানুষ যে কোন কাজ যদি আল্লাহর সন্তুষ্টির নিয়ত রাখিয়া চাই নিজের বা পারিবারিক হউক বা অন্যের হউক তাহা এবাদাতের মধ্যে গণ্য হয়। তবে মানুষের খেদমত করা এবং তার দ্বীনকে জারী রাখাই আল্লার কাছে সবচেয়ে বড় এবাদত। তাই তার কাছে দোয়া মাঙ্গেন এবং খোদার কাছে রোনাজারী করেন যাতে আল্লাহ আপনাকে মাপ করেন এবং তার স্রেষ্ট সৃষ্টি মানুষের খেতমত করতে ও তার দ্বীনকে জারী রাখতে আপনার দ্বারা কাজ নেন এবং সাথে সাথে এই নিয়ত করে নেন যে এবার নারায়নগঞ্জে যে বাৎসরিক তবলিগের যে বিরাট মহফেল হবে তাতে দিল্লী থেকে তথা সমস্ত ভারত-পাকিস্তান ইউরোপ এমেরিকা জাপান ইন্দোনেসিয়া তুরস্ক এইরূপ বহু যায়গা হতে বোজর্গ লোকেরা তসরিপ নিবেন। তাদের সাথে দু চারটা কথা বলার জন্য এবং খোদার দ্বীন কি করে সমস্ত দুনিয়ায় জারী হয় তাহার একটু পরামর্শ করার জন্য আগামী ২৬-২৭-২৮ শা অক্টোবর নারায়গঞ্জ যাবেন। আল্লাহ চাহেত আপনি জামিন পেয়ে যাবেন এবং আপনার বিপদ আল্লাহ চাহেত একটুও থাকবেনা।
বেশী লিখায় বিরক্ত হচ্ছেন তা বুঝি তবে মনে করে আমার কথাটা খেয়াল রাখবেন এবং আল্লাহর উপর সম্পূর্ণ বিশ্বাস রাখবেন যে আল্লাহ দুনিয়া উল্টাইয়া পাল্টায়ে দিতে পারেন যদি তিনি ইচ্ছা করেন৷
আমার আজও মনে পরে যে একদিন আপনাকে জেলে দিয়ে এসে ১৯৪৯ সালের ৩১ শা ডিসেম্বর একটি কবিতা লিখেছিলাম তার সব মনে নাই তবে যা আছে তা জানাই যদি সেই ভাব আজও আপনার মধ্যে থাকে তবেও জেলত আপনার জন্য জেল নয়— ওটা আমি মনে করি বেহেস্ত।
কবিতাটার কিছু লিখি-
১। হে নির্ভীক হে বীর
ভিরুতাকে তুমি করিয়াছ জয়
সত্যেরে তুমি করিয়াছ আশ্রয়
পাষান বক্ষে বাধিয়াছ তব নীর
হে সৈনীক, হে বীর॥
২। হে বীর মোজাহেদ নওজোয়ান
তব সত্যের পথে হও আগুয়ান
কওমের তরে দাও জান কোরবান
হে বীর সেনানী নও জোয়ান॥
আরও অনেক ছিল ভুলে গেছি- কাজেই আমার স্বপ্ন সেদিন যা ছিল আজও তাই আছে এই বিশ্বাসই রাখি এবং খোদার কাছে তার জন্য অহরহ দোয়া করিতেছি যে আল্লাহ পাক আপনাকে সত্য ও ন্যায় পথ ধরে আগিয়ে যাবার ক্ষমতা ও তৌফিক দান করুক এবং বিপদকে উদ্ধার করে দেউক। যে স্বপ্নছিল কবি ইকবালের এবং সফল করেছিল আমাদের শ্রদ্ধেয় নেতা জিন্নাহ সাহেব সেইরূপ আল্লাহ যেন আমার স্বপ্নও আপনার দ্বারা সফল করেন এই প্রার্থনাই আল্লাহর কাছে করি। জানেন যে আমি পাগল তা বটে কিন্তু পাগলের কথাও মনে রাখবেন ফল ভাল হবে৷
যাক! আমার নিজের কথা কিছু লিখি আল্লাহ ভালই রেখেছেন তবে কিছু প্রায় ২০০, টাকা দেনা আছি, এখানে তাই একটা চিন্তা, তারপর আমাদের বাড়ীর জমিজমা নিলাম হয়ে গেছে, সোনা ভাই কিনে নিয়াছে— তার wife এর নামে, তাই ঢাকা যেতে চাইছিলাম পূজার ছুটিতে তার কাছে, যাতে কোনকিছু ক্ষতি না করে এবং দেনাটা তার আস্তে আস্তে দিতে পারি, কিন্তু ছুটি পাই কিনা মনে হয়না যদিও C.L. এর জন্য দরখাস্ত করেছি, কারণ ওদিকে বাড়ীতে আবার Attestation আরম্ভ হয়েছে আমাদের জমিজমায়। কাজেই মাদারীপুর ও ঢাকা যাওয়া খুবই দরকার। আল্লাহ জানে কি হবে এবং নিয়ত ছিল নারায়নগঞ্জ তবলিগের পরামর্শ সভায় যাবার বাকী খোদার হাত। দোয়া করবেন পত্রটা Censor হবে তবে আল্লাহ ছাড়া কাউকে ভয় করি না আল্লাহ না দিলে বিপদ কেউ দিতে পারে না— ইতি রাজা।
From
A.N Mohiuddin Ahmed
Asst- Survey Inspector
Gopalganj
To
Jonab Mv. Sheikh Mozibur Rahaman
Ex-General Secy. Prov. Awami League
Central Jail P.O. Dacca
Dacca.
–
25
Agent reports in relation to detention of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
Dacca, 3 November 1958
Secret/Express
No. 13829 dt. 3.11.58./606-48 P.F. (E)
Addl. S.P. D.I.B. Dacca.
Sub: Detention of Sk. Mujibur Rahman S/o Sk. Lutfar Rahman of Gopalganj, Faridpur and of Dacca under the E.P. Prevention of Prejudicial Acts Ordinance, 1958.
Please send the w.i.d. Reference Notes on the subject immediately.
Sd/- 3.11.58
DS VI for SS II
Secret
District Intelligence Branch
Dacca, the 3rd. Decr., 1958.
No. 9751/100-49./R/ 8349.
To
M. B. Karim, Esqr., P.S.P.,
Spl. Supdt. of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Ref: Your No. 13829/606-48 P.F. (E) dt. 4.11.58, regarding R/N on Sk. Mujibur Rahman.
I forward herewith the R/N on the subject. Previous R/N on him was sent under this office No. 8063 dt. 7.8.54.
Sd/-3.12.58
Addl. Supdt. of Police,
D.I.B., Dacca.
D 163 (CA) – P-13&14
The agent20 reports on 6.6.56 that on 23.5.57 Sk. Mujibur Rahman and another mentioned met the congress21 M.L.As at 12, Farashganj,
……………………………………………………………
20. Agent Agent is a person who collects secret information in a clandestine way for the Intelligence Agency.
21. Congress Congress was founded in 1885 during the British Raj; its founders include Allan Octavian Hume (a prominent member of the Theosophical Society), Dadabhai Naoroji and Dinshaw Edulji Wacha. In the late nineteenth and early to mid-twentieth century, Congress became a pivotal participant in the Indian Independence Movement, with over 15 million members and over 70 million participants in its opposition to British colonial rule in India. After independence in 1947, Congress became India’s dominant political party.
……………………………………………………………
Dacca for the purpose of getting the support of the P.N.C. & other minority parties in the parliamentary politics. Monoranjan Dhar and B.K. Das proposed that the P.N.C could co-operate with them provided they agreed to their proposal namely joint electorate system with reservation of seats for each grant of the minorities & other backward communities for ten years & by that time the Awami League would try to amend the Pakistan constitution to be a secular state instead of Islamic state. If it be so the P.N.C. would give their demand for reservation of seats .The above proposal was accepted by Sk. Mujibar Rahman & others mentioned.
Identical
D 179 CA. – P. 6.
The agent reports on 26.6.58 that in a meeting of the Dacca city workers of the National Awami Party held on 26.6.58 at 3/8 Johnson Road, Dacca in which the speakers condemned the imposition of article 193 in the province & blamed K.S.P. coalition parties for the same, Mr. Mahmud Ali told the meeting that the agreement between the N.A.P. and the A.L. was arrived and the documents was signed by Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned). It was also disclosed in the meeting that in course of negotiation Sk. Mujibur Rahman had suggested to support him as the leader of A.L. coalition parties.
Identical
D. 175 (C.A.) P. 36
The agent reports on 24.6.58 that a meeting of the workers of Awami League was held on 24.6.58 at the party office at 30, Jinnah Avenue, Dacca with Sk. Mujibur Rahman, General Secretary of the party in the chair. The meeting discussed on the decision at the central cabinet to impose section 193 Rule in the Province and decided to protest against the same by holding a public meeting on 27.6.58 at Paltan Maidan, Dacca and also to take out a procession from the meeting place to express resentment against the imposition of section 193 in the Province.
Identical
D. 146 (C.A.) P.P 12-17
The agent reports on 18.1.55 that in a closed door meeting held on 11.1.55 at the party house of the Simpson Road, Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman (Genl. Secry.) & another (mentioned) attempted for collection of signatures for a requisition meeting of the United Front party and for a move of no confidence against the present leadership of Mr. A.K. Fazlul Huq. In this connection Sk. Mujibur Rahman called emergent meeting of the working committee on 13.1.55 by a short notice. Mr. Mujibur Rahman and others (mentioned) were present in the meeting to form a quorum of the meeting. Mr. Mujibur Rahman showed Oli Ahad present in this meeting though he was not physically present there.
Resolutions resenting the remarks of Major-General Iskandar Mirza that Moulana Bhashani is an Indian National; urging upon the Govt. of Pakistan to withdraw Sec. 92 A; from East Pakistan & demanding restoration of parliamentary Govt. in the province; Supporting the ‘democratic stand’ taken by Moulana Bhashani & Mr. S.H. Suhrawardhy and demanding immediate release of political prisoners were passed in the meeting. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & his group put forward the issue of requisition meeting of the U.F. party and signature campaign against the leadership of Mr. A.K. Fazlul Huq but due to the objection raised by Mr. Khairat Husain & Mrs. Anwara Khatun in this connection no resolution was passed in favour of the requisition meeting of the U.F. party and signature campaign against Mr. A. K. Fazlul Huq. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others became very much disappointed over this issue. In spite of this, they collected about 73 signatures from the U.F. party M.L.As. at their over limitation. Sk. Mujibur Rahman left for Karachi on 17.1.55 with the 73 signatures of the U.F. M.L.As of E.B. against Mr. A.K Fazlul Huq’s leadership to impress the politicians of Karachi that no-confidence motion is a foot against Mr. A.K. Fazlul Huq and that Mr. Huq should not be made the Chief Minister of E.B.
Identical
D-146 (CA) – P. 18.
The agent reports on 22.1.55 that in an internal meeting held at 27 K.M. Das Road, Dacca, the residence of Mr. A.K. Fazlul Huq on 22.1.55 it was decided that a parliamentary meeting of the East Bengal United Front party would be held on 17.2.55 at 27, K.M. Das Lane, Dacca to elect the office bearers of the parliamentary party etc. Mr. Ataur Rahman, Mr. Yar Mohammad Khan, M.L.A. and their group were anxiously awaiting the arrival of Sk. Mujibur Rahman from Karachi for moving no-confidence motion against Mr. A.K. Fazlul Huq in that meeting.
Identical
D – 146 (CA) – P 23.
The agent reports on 16.2.55 that in the party meeting of the United Front to be held on 17.2.55 in the refreshment hall of the Legislative Assembly an apprehension of breach of peace will be caused by the supporters of Mr. A.K. Fazlul Huq over the entry of five non-party Ms.L.A. into the meeting room as they have no membership tickets though they might get entry into the assembly Hall with the tickets of the M.L.A. These 5 non-party Ms.L.A. are the supporters of Sk. Mujibur Rahman & another (mentioned) when Sk. Mujibur Rahman would want them to enter the meeting room they will be opposed by other groups.
Identical
D-146 (CA) – P. 27.
The agent report on 28.2.55 that the working committee of the A.M.L. has not yet issued any notice for taking disciplinary action against the 9 Ms.L.A. of the A.M.L. Party was violated the mandate of the working committee & supported the confidence motion for Mr. A.K. Fazlul Huq (P.K.S.P.) the leader of the U.F. party on 17.2.55 these a Ms.L.A and some other members of the A.M.L who are supporters of Mr. A.K. Fazlul Huq are examining the pros and cons about the issue of the mandate at the instance of Sk. Mujibur Rahman & Mr. Ataur Rahman. They say that the issue of the mandate was unconstitutional as Mr. Ataur Rahman and Sk. Mujibur Rahman caused to be Vice-President and the general secretary of the A.M.L as soon as they joined the deposed cabinet of the E.B. Govt. in 1954.
Identical
D-146 (CA) – P. 30-31.
The agent reports on 11.3.55 that Mr. Khairat Husain met H.M. Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy at Karachi in the recent past and acquainted here with the A.L affairs in E.B. Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy became highly annoyed with Sk. Mujibur Rahman & another (mentioned) for their bungling with the no-confidence motion against Mr. A.K Fazlul Huq M.L.A. (Ex-Chief-Minister), the leader of the U.F. party on 17.2.55 and the issue of the mandate by the A.M.L. working committee on 15.2.55 to the party Ms.L.A. He did not wish that this mandate should have been issued at all. He supported the no-confidence motion against the leadership of Mr. A.K. Fazlul Huq as Sk. Mujibur Rahman & Mr. Ataur Rahman had as saved him of overwhelming majority supports of the U.F. Ms.L.A. in favour of it Mr. S.H. Suhrawardy sent letters to Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) asking them not to widen the division and gulf among the A.M.L workers further over the issue of the mandate of the working committee and not to take any disciplinary action against the A.M.L. Ms.L.A. who supported Mr. A.K. Fazlul Huq.
Identical
D-141 (CA) – P. 76.
The agent reports on 6.8.56 that on 6.8.56 Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) meet the Dacca Medical School students & also held a closed door meeting with Medical School authorities in the Supdt.’s room of the Dacca Medical School. After the meeting Mr. Mano Ranjan Sikdar, Health Minister, East Pakistan gave assurance to the students that he would exact all his influence to fulfill the demands of the students of the Medical School with 6.9.56 on this assurance the hunger strikers of the Dacca Medical School called off their hunger strike on 6.8.58.
Identical
D-174 C.A. – P. 23.
The agent reports on 24.2.57 that in his different meetings of the Narayanganj city N.A.P. held on 20.9.57 at Sonakanda & on 23.9.57 at 22 K.C. Nag Road, Narayanganj resolutions condemning the Govt. for its alleged decision to send Mr. Mujibur Rahman, Ex-Minister, on world tour very soon at govt. express and urging upon the govt. to stop such nepotism & favoritism to its party men and demanding cancellation of the decision to provide him with govt. expense were passed.
Identical
D-174 CA. – P. 33.
The agent reports on 20.11.57 that on 18.11.57 A.K.M Ghulam Mustofa Sarwar and Kazi Mujibur Rahman both of Narayanganj city A.L. met some striking workers of the 1.G. R.S. Coy. & in a very moving tone requested them to call off the strike immediately by a declaration otherwise these was every chance of imposition of 93 rule in the country as was apprehended by Sk. Mujibur Rahman, who sent them to the strikers with the proposal. The stickers did not pay any heed to this proposal.
Identical
D-174 CA. – P– 70
The agent reports on 11.3.58 that a clerk of the office of the E.P. N.A.P. at 3/8 Johnson Road, Dacca came to the Narayanganj City N.A.P. office at 22, K.C. Nag Road on 10.3.58 at 20.50 hrs. in the midst of a meeting of the N. ganj City N.A.P. Organising Committee and disclosed that since a rift has been prevailing in the Awami League parliamentary party due to difference of opinion between Mr. Ataur Rahman Khan’s group and Sk. Mujibur Rahman’s group, it is likely that the Ministry in E.P. might be re-organised as an all party coalition ministry of the A.L. N.A.P. & P.N.C. very soon.
Identical
D-165 (CA) – P-45-46.
The agent reports on 14.3.57 that according to the decision of a secret meeting of the members of the executive committee of the L.N.C. Mills (C.P. Controlled) Sramik Union held on 11.3.57 a deputation consisting of some ex-workers of L.N.C. Mills approached Mr. Mujibur Rahman Minister in charge of C.L.&l. Dept. E.P. on 13.3.57 and represented the demands of the discharged workers of L.N.C. Mills with a request to consider it favourably. The Minister in charge of the C.L.&l. Dept. heard then & expresses his inability to accept their request.
Identical
D-165 (CA) – P. 49
The agent reports on 2.4.57 that a memorandum was submitted to Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Minister in charge of the C.L.&l. Dept. E.P. for the re-instatement of the discharged workers of the L.N.C. Mills. The Minister in charge of the C.L.&l. Dept. E.P. referred the matter to the Govt. Labour Commission for taking necessary action over the subject.
Identical
D-165 (CA) – P. 58.
The agent reports on 7.5.57 that members of the executive committee of the Kashipur Union Awami League decided to organise a public meeting at Kashipur Iddga Maidan on 7.5.57 on the occasion of opening ceremony of the full rationing system in Kashipur union with a view to express their congratulations to Mr. Mujibur Rahman Minister in charge of Labour & Industries & another for granting the privilege. Mr. Mujibur Rahman consented to address the meeting. The support of Moulana A.H. Khan Bhashani made conspiracy to demonstrate black flag & shout anti slogan at the time of reception of Mr. Mujibur Rahman but ultimately they could not dare to do such demonstration.
Identical
DA – 165 (CA) – P. 61.
The agent reports on 10.5.57 that in a secret meeting of some of the members of the executive committee of Narayanganj City A.L was held at Hira Mohal, Chashara on 8.5.57 regarding the activities of some of the members of the executive committee of the N. ganj City A.L. against Mr. Mujibur Rahman Minister in charge of C.L.&l. Dept. E.P. & his followers. The meeting bitterly criticised the attitude of Mr. Mujibur Rahman towards the other prominent members & workers of the city A.L.
Identical
DA-165 (CA) – P. 65-67.
The agent reports on 12.6.57 that on 3.6.57 a meeting of the executive committee of the E.P.A.L was held in its office at Kotwali Rd. Dacca with Mr. Ataur Rahman in the chair. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others mentioned attended the meeting. The meeting discussed organisational matters and expected Mr. Wali Ahad (former organising Secry. of E.P.A.L.) for three years on charge of violating party discipline. In a secret discussion held by Mr. Mujibur Rahman & others mentioned. to select the members after the vacant seat of the Committee a list of members was prepared and a selected members were co-opted to the vacant seats.
In the evening on 10.6.57 Khandkar Mustafa (A.L./Y.L) & others met Moulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani22 (President E.P.A.L.) and it was decided that the followers of Moulana A.H. Khan Bhashani would not co-operate with Mr. Mujibur Rahman. In the same night Mr. Mujibur Rahman went to the Medical College Hospital to see Moulana A.H. Khan Bhashani but Moulana A.H. Khan expressed his inability to speak with him. There Mr. Mujibur Rahman left the Hospital being disappointed.
Identical
D 165 (CA) – 76-79.
The agent reports on 17.6.57 that the East Pakistan Awami League Council Session was held in an old Cinema Hall at Armanitola, Dacca on 13.6.57 with Mr. Ataur Rahman Khan (C.M., E.P.) V.P. of E.P.A.L. in the chair. Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Minister in charge of C.L.&l. Dept. & other councillors (mentioned) attended the Council Session. The General Secry. Mr. Mujibur Rahman made out his report and the council approved his report. The report inter alia mentioned the action taken by the Working Committee of the E.P.A.L. against Mr. Wali Ahad for his gross violation of the party discipline. It also mentioned the present foreign policy of the Country for which the A.L. organisation was proud of as their chief leader Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy was able to earn friendship of the whole world for Pakistan. When Moulana Abdul Hamid khan arrived at the gate of the Hall a section of people shouted “Moulana Bhashani Zindabad”. This was objected by a section of students, who are followers of Mr. Mujibur Rahman. The matter subsequently turned to a scuffle and as a result some sustained injuries on their persons. The resignation letter of Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman from the ministry was discussed in the meeting on the 2nd day of E.P.A.L. Council Session held at Gulistan Cinema Hall on 14.6.57 and it was suggested that the same would be considered after his return from the tour of China.
Identical
…………………………………………………….
22. Mawlana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhasani (12 December 1880 – 17 November 1976) – Mawlana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhasani was a politician. He was one of the founding leaders of East Pakistan Awami Muslim League. Bhasani was elected its president, Shamsul Haque and Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman were elected as respectively its General Secretary and Joint Secretary. He had active contribution of forming ‘All Party Language Movement Committee’ at Dhaka Bar Library on 31 January 1952. During his Presidentship Awami Muslim League renamed to Awami League by removing the word ‘Muslim’ from its official name in the council session of Awami League held on 21-23 October 1955. In 1957 he left Awami League and formed East Pakistan National Awami Party (NAP).
……………………………………………………….
D 165 (CA) – P -82.
The agent reports on 16.7.57 that on 12.7.57 Mr. Ataur Rahman Khan (C.M.) contacted Mr. Mujibur Rahman (G.S., E.P.A.L), Minister in charge of C.L.&l. Dept. E.P. over Trunk call & requested him to come back immediately to attend the meeting of the working committee of E.P.A.L to be held on 22.7.57 with all the President & Secretaries of all the Dist. & Sub-divisional A.L. of the Province.
The agent also reports that the Narayanganj city A.L. has since decided to support Mr. Mujibur Rahman and the E.P.A.L excepting few members of the city A.L.
Identical
D-165 (CA) – P -83.
The agent report on 21.7.57 that Mr. Mujibur Rahman, Minister in charge of C.L. &l. Dept. E.P. & G.S. of E.P.A.L met Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani on 19.7.57 & 20.7.57 with a view to collect information of his attitude towards the E.P.A.L. Mr. Mujibur Rahman made a place to put some of his followers in the proposed connection of Moulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani to study the organisational strength and the view points.
Identical
D 165 (CA) – P – 94-95.
The agent reports on 23.7.57 that a secret joint meeting of the working committee of the E.P.A.L and the President & Secretaries of the District & sub-divisional A.L. was held in the Committee room of the E.P. Assembly house on 22.7.57. Mr. Mujibur Rahman Minister in charge of C.L.I. Dept. & others mentioned attended the meeting & delivered speeches. The meeting discussed organisational matters and also bitterly criticised the activities of those members who left the A.L. organisation.
Identical
D. 165 (CA) P. 101.
The agent reports on 24.7.57 that a secret meeting of the working committee of the E.P.A.L and the President & Secretaries of the Districts & sub-divisional A.L. was held in the committee room of the E.P. Assembly House on 23.7.57. Mr. Mujibur Rahman & others mentioned attended the meeting & delivered speeches. The speakers criticised the activities of Moulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani & exposed his attitude towards the A.L. organisation.
Identical
D 165 (CA) P. 103-4.
The agent reports on 30.7.57 that a meeting of the members of the executive committee of the E.P.A.L was held in its office at Kotwali Rd. Dacca on 27.7.57. Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Minister in Charge of C.L. I Dept. & others mentioned attended the meeting. The meeting discussed organisational matters & criticised the activities of Moulana Bhashani & his group & also discussed his resignation letter for consideration. The meeting passed a resolution requesting the Chief Minister to relieve Mr. Mujibur Rahman G.S. of the organisation from responsibility of his Cabinet Minister by 7.8.57 for the interest of the A.L. organisation. The meeting requested Mr. Mujibur Rahman to hold a press conference in connection with the discussion held in the meeting regarding the resignation letter tendered by Moulana Bhashani & also to disclose his previous activities which were against the interest of the organisation. Mr. Mujibur Rahman agreed to do so on 29.7.57.
Identical
D 165 (C.A.) P. 144.
The agent reports on 3.12.57 that on 2.12.57 secret discussion was held among the A.L. leaders. Sk. Mujibur Rahman at Shahbag Hotel on 2.12.57 with the members of the special fact finding Committee of the West Pakistan Republican Party who arrived Dacca from Karachi with a view to assessing the public opinion in East Pakistan on the Electorate question, in order to apprise the political situation of the province. The A.L. leaders made attract to influence the fact finding mission in favour of the Joint Electorate System.
Identical
D 165 (CA) P 145-46.
The agent reports on 26.12.57 that on 26.12.57 Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy A.L Chief informed Mr. Mujibur Rahman (Ex-Minister) over trunk call that there was every possibility of the entrance of the A.L. in the Central Cabinet of Pakistan. On 26.12.57 Mr. Mujibur Rahman & 4 others (mentioned) entered into a discussion at the residence of Mr. Mujibur Rahman. During discussion, Sk. Mujibur Rahman disclosed that it was almost sure of the entrance of A.L. in the central cabinet of Pakistan excluding Abul Mansur Ahmed from it and that Mr. S.H. Suhrawardy would remain out of it to guide the party & the Govt. He also expressed that necessary arrangement must be made to remove Mr. Ataur Rahman Chief Minister, E.P. from the chair for the interest of the party & to place a better party man in his place. Mr. Abdul Hamid Choudhuri M.P.A. expressed that all the Ms.P.A of Dacca & Faridpur were requested. to make necessary arrangement for making Mr. Mujibur Rahman as Chief Minister in place of Mr. Ataur Rahman. The agent also report that Mr. Mujibur Rahman refused to attend the Mohajir Conference to be held at Dacca on 27.12.57 & 28.12.57 & condemned Mr. Ataur Rahman for giving his consent to open the same.
Identical
D 165 (CA) P. 158-59.
The agent reports on 26.3.58 that on 25.3.58 a secret discussion was held amongst Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) at the residence of Sk. Mujibur Rahman. During discussion Mr. Mujibur Rahman discussed that he has been directed by Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy to hold a secret meeting of the executive committee of the E.P.A.L. at his residence at 115 Shegunbagan Lane, Dacca on 5.4.58. He further declared that some of the leading members of N.A.P were in favour of A.L. & some have already come to the A.L. fold.
Identical
D 165 (CA) P 162-164.
The agent reports on 30.3.58 that on the night of 27.3.58 a secret discussion was held at the residence of Mr. Ataur Rahman Khan amongst the prominent leaders of the E.P.A.L and E.P.N.A.P. Mr. Mujibur Rahman & others mentioned attended it. After prolonged discussion between the two parties, the N.A.P leaders agreed to form coalition Ministry with the present A.L. govt. on the condition for fulfillment at 11-point demands of the N.A.P. The N.A.P leaders claimed two Ministers from their party leaders in the E.P. cabinet.
The agent further reports that Mr. Mujibur Rahman cancelled his programme of going to Gopalganj on 1.4.58 to address a meeting there due to the present crisis in the Ministry of the Provincial Assembly.
Identical
D 165 (CA) P 170-71.
The agent reports on 18.4.58 that on 5.4.58 & 6.4.58 the meeting of the members of the executive committee of the E.P.A.L was held in its office at Kotwali Rd. Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) attended the same. The meeting discussed organisational matters. During discussion, Sk. Mujibur Rahman brought various charges against Mr. Ataur Rahman Khan’s administration. Sk. Mujibur Rahman proposed to remove 3 cabinet ministers (mentioned) from the E.P. cabinet, as they had no capacity to hold the same. He also tendered his resignation from the organisation due to his illness. It was decided that resignation letter of Sk. Mujibur Rahman have to be withdrawn & he would be granted two months leave for ill-health.
Identical
D 165 (CA) P – 184.
The agent reports on 26.6.58 that a secret meeting of some of members of the Executive Committee of the A.L. was held at the residence of Sk. Mujibur Rahman (G.S., E.P.A.L) with Ataur Rahman Khan in the chair. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others mentioned attended the meeting. The meeting discussed organisational matters & urged upon the unity of the A.L. members. The meeting bitterly criticised the attitude of the Central ministry and the President of Islamic Republic of Pakistan for the suspension of the parliamentary form of govt. in East Pakistan & the introduction of section 193 in E.P.
Identical.
D 165 (CA) P-185-188
The agent reports on 30.6.58 that a secret meeting of some of the members of the Executive Committee of the E.P.A.L was held in its office at Jinnah Avenue Dacca on 26.6.58. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others mentioned attended the meeting. The meeting discussed organisational matters & the present political situation of the Province.
The meeting severely condemned the promulgation of section 193 in E.P. & the prorogation of the provincial Assembly. The meeting demanded the immediate restoration of the parliamentary form of govt. in East Pakistan. The Working Committee expressed its full confidence upon the leadership of Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy & Sk. Mujibur Rahman (G.S., E.P.A.L.)
The agent further reports that on 28.6.58 in course of discussion with some of the leading members of the E.P.A.L in its Central office, Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman disclosed that the Awami League practically did not accept the 5 point demands of the N.A.P. He also disclosed that he was going to give a statement in the paper contradicting Moulana A. H. Khan Bhashani’s statement that Awami League could avoid the imposition of section 193 in the province if they accepted the N.A.P 5 points demands before facing defeat in the house by Mr. Abu Husain Sarkar leader of K.S.P.
Identical
D 165 (CA) P 192-93.
The agent reports on 12.7.58 that a secret meeting of the prominent leaders of the Awami League was held at the residence at Mr. Ataur Rahman (Ex-Chief Minister, E.P) at Dacca with Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy in the chair. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others mentioned attended the meeting. The meeting discussed organisational matters & political situation of the country. It bitterly criticised the activities of the leaders of K.S.P. and M.L & held them responsible for the imposition of section 193 in the province. It directed leaders Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) to make extensive tour in the province for organisational works.
Identical
165 (C.A.) P. 195-96.
The agent reports on 28.7.58 that on 25.7.58 Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Genl. Secy. E.P.A.L. Ex-Minister, E.P. M.P. met some leading members of the E.P.A.L at his residence and discussed organisational matters. He discussed that the Karachi authorities tried to have some K.S.P. leaders in the A.L. cabinet in East Pakistan but they failed to do so as the Awami league raised strong objection to that. He expressed that the Parliamentary form of Govt. in E.P would be restored within a short time under the leadership of Mr. Ataur Rahman Khan. He further disclosed that the foreign allied powers of Pakistan asked the President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to ascertain it the followers of the A.L. organisation are in the same opinion with Mr. S.H. Suhrawardy in respect of the foreign policy of Pakistan. He held that all the A.L members are of the same opinion with Mr. Suhrawardy in respect of the foreign policy.
Identical
D. 147 (C.A.) .P. 65.
The agent reports on 6.9.57 that a meeting of the executive committee of the Dacca Electric workers union was held on 5.9.57 at 123, Haji Abdul Gani Rd. Dacca with S.R. Chand in the Chair. In discussing the grievances of the workers, the President of the meeting said that from the day the Govt. has taken up the charge of the Electric company, favouritism & nepotism have started in the department-for instance one of the close relation of Mr. Mujibur Rahman has been given appointment as Development Engineer in Dacca Electricity Directorate.
Identical
D. 105 (C.A.) P. 263.
The agent reports on 30.9.56 that in the evening of 29.9.56 a close door meeting of the members of the East Pakistan Cotton Mills Workers Union was held at 54, Delisle Road, Narayanganj town, Dacca with Faiz Ahmed (President of the union) in the chair. The meeting discussed organisational matters & also discussed various grievances of the workers of the cotton mills. It was decided in the meeting that Faiz Ahmad (mentioned) would place the demands of the workers before Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Minister, E.P. in charge of Labour & Industries on 3.10.56 for redress.
Identical
D. 105 (C.A.) P. 301
The agent reports on 26.7.57 that in a secret meeting held at the house of Ram Chandra Chakrabartti, an employee of D.C. Mills II on 21.7.57 at the initiative of Sunil Kumar Ray (CP). Sunil Ray in course of his speech disclosed that difference of opinion was going on amongst the A.L. workers specially between the group of Mr. Mujibur Rahman and that of Moulana Bhashani who was going to form a new political organisation. He requested the members present to support Moulana Bhashani in forming the new political organisation.
Identical
D. 105 C.A. P. 302.
The agent reports on 29.7.57 that on the night of 27.7.57 a closed door meeting of some of the members of the East Pakistan Cotton Mills Workers Union was held at the instance of A.K.M. Bazlur Rahman (Secry. Narayanganj Sub-divisional A.L.) at the office of Narayanganj Sub- divisional A.L. at Narayangonj Town. meeting discussed organisational matters and decided to form a new union under the guidance of A.K.M. Bazlur Rahman under the name of E.P. Cotton Mills Sramik Union. A.K.M. Bazlur Rahman gave assurance to request Mr. Mujibur Rahman, Minister in charge of the C.L. & 1. Deptt. to address a general meeting of the workers within a short time with a view to mobilize the opinion of the workers of Cotton Mills in favour of the union. The date of the meeting will be fixed up after consultation with Mr. Mujibur Rahman.
Identical
D. 10. 5 C.A. P. 309.
The agent reports on 1.9.57 that A.K.M. Bazlur Rahman (Y.L/A.L) has since formally selected some persons as office bearers and members of the executive Committee of the proposed E.P. Cotton Mills Sramik Union pending formal approval of the proposed President of the union Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman for the formation of the same.
Identical
D.A. 21. P-263.
The agent reports on 21.5.56 that Basanta Kumar Das (P.N.C) & some others (mentioned) met Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy at the Circuit House, Dacca on 20.5.56. In course of discussion, Basanta Kumar Das informed Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy that P.N.C. might change their opinion about electorate system & they might demand Joint Electorate System with reservation of seats for the minorities. Mr. Mujibur Rahman & few other prominent leaders of the A.L. were present during the discussion between the P.N.C. leaders and Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy.
Identical
F. 1/58- P.6.
W.C.R23 of Dacca D.I.B for the W/E 4.1.58 reveals that Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others mentioned delivered speech in a public meeting held under the auspices of the E.P.A.L on 29.12.57 at Paltan Maidan, Dacca with Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy, Ex-Prime Minister of Pakistan in the chair. The speakers delivered speeches supporting joint electorate system. Sk. Mujibur Rahman in his speech pointed out that the Awami League party captured 12 seats out of 13 in the by-election in the Province. He criticised the Muslim League for their mal-administration in the past.
Identical
F. 1/58 P.- 58.
W.C.R. of Dacca D.I.B. for the W/E 15.2.58 reveals that on 9.2.58 Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) delivered speech in a public meeting held under the auspices of Singair thana Awami League, criticising the former Govt. for maladministration. The speakers urged the audience to rally round the banner of the A.L.
Identical
F. 1/58 – P. 75.
W.C.R. of Dacca D.I.B. for the W/E 1.3.58 reveals that a closed-door meeting of the working committee of the E.P.A.L. was held on 22.2.58 at its office at 20, Kotwali Rd. Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & other important leader of the party attended the same. The meeting decided to postpone the council session of the E.P.A.L. at Joydebpur, which was to be held on 5.3.58 as the chief of the party Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy was out from the country & also for the budget session of National Assembly during the period.
Identical
F. 1/58 – P. 107.
W.C.R. of Dacca D.I.B. for the W/E 22.3.58 reveals that Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) delivered speeches in a public meeting held under the auspices of the E.P.A.L on 21.3.58 at Paltan Maidan,
………………………………………………………….
23. Weekly Confidential Report (WCR) – A collection of information regarding the political & state related affairs of the district. The accumulated report on a week-end basis used to send to IBEB, Dacca.
………………………………………………………….
Dacca. The speakers criticised the Muslim League, Sk. Mujibur Rahman in course of his speech bitterly criticised Moulana Bhashani for his alleged false propaganda against the A.L. in the last by-election in the province. Referring to the electorate issue the speaker criticised the West Pakistan leaders who have been alleged to have remarked that East Pakistan Muslims would be purchased by Hindus if joint electorate system existed.
Identical
1/58 – P. 235.
W.C.R. of Dacca D.I.B. for the W/E 21.6.58 reveals that Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others mentioned delivered speeches in a public meeting held on 17.6.58 at the compound of Siddiq Bazar Rationing office at the instance of the city A.L. of ward No. 12 of Dacca. All the speakers criticised the M.L. leaders and previous M.L. Ministry for step motherly treatment towards the East Pakistan. Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman said that only Mr. Suhrawardy was doing something for this province and he was removed from power by conspiracy.
Identical
1/-58 – P. 236.
W.C.R. of Dacca D.I.B. for the W/E 21.6.58 reveals that a public meeting under the auspices of the Narayanganj sub-divisional A.L. was held on 14.6.58 at Narsingdi Eid Maidan with Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman in the chair. in course of his speech, Sk. Mujibur Rahman said that the people in E.P. were poor & the cause of such poverty was the exploitation of the people by the people of West Pakistan in various ways. He cautioned the audience not to be misled by the promises being given by the M.L. leaders & reminded the students of the firing incident of 1952.
Identical
File 1/58- P-238.
W.C.R. of Dacca D.I.B. for the week ending on 21.6.58 that a mammoth public meeting (50,000) was held on 13.6.58 at Paltan Maidan under the patronage of the A.L. with Maulana Abdur Rashid Tarkabagish of Pabna in the chair.
Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others mentioned addressed the meeting. Criticising the utterances of Mr. Khan Abdul Qayyum Khan, Sk. Mujibur Rahman alleged that a great harm and injustice was caused to this province by the leaders of the M.L. when they swayed powers for about 9 years. He accused the Central Govt. for their apathetic attitude towards the needs of East Pakistan.
Identical
File 1/58 – P – 265.
W.C.R. of Dacca D.I.B. for the W/E 12.7.58 reveals that at the instance of Narayanganj City A.L. a big meeting was held on 6.7.58 at Majdail Eidgah, Chashara. In the latter part of the meeting Sk. Mujibur Rahman presided over the meeting. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) addressed it. All the speakers protested against the introduction of President’s rule in the province. They demanded immediate restoration of parliamentary govt. in the province under the leadership of Mr. Ataur Rahman.
Identical
F. 1/58-P-266-67.
W.C.R. of Dacca D.I.B. for the W/E 12.7.58 reveals that a big public meeting was held on 4.7.58 at Paltan Maidan, Dacca under the patronage of Awami League to protest against the introduction of President’s Rule in the province & promulgation of orders u/s 144 Cr.P.C. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others mentioned addressed the meeting. In course of his speech Mr. Mujibur Rahman said that a move to crush A.L in East Pakistan began on the day Mr. Suhrawardy became Prime Minister of Pakistan. He declared if article 193 be not withdrawn the people of East Pakistan would have to defy it. He declared, “We will prefer to be behind the bars than to see the death of democracy”. He read out 3 resolutions. 1) Condemning the introduction of President’s rule in the province & urging the centre to restore Parliamentary Govt. (2) Deprecating the promulgation of orders u/s. 144 Cr.P.C. in the city & (3) Condemning the execution of Imre-Nagy24 and expressing sympathy with the Hungarian people in their National bereavement.
Identical
…………………………………………………….
24. Imre Nagy (7 June 1896 – 16 June 1958) – A Hungarian communist politician. Served as Prime Minister and Chairman of the Council of Ministers of the Hungarian People’s Republic from 1953 to 1955. Became leader of the Hungarian Revolution against the Soviet-backed government in 1956 for which he was executed two years later.
……………………………………………………..
F. 1/58- P.306.
W.C.R. at Dacca D.I.B. for the W/E 12.7.58 reveals that a public meeting under the auspices of the A.L. was held on 1.8.58 at Paltan Maidan, Dacca to protest against the Preventive Detention Ordinance. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) delivered speeches criticising the promulgation of the Preventive Detention Ordinance & introduction of the President’s Rule in the province. They all termed the Ordinance as “Black Law” & urged the Govt. to withdraw the same.
Identical
F. 1/58- P. 345
W.C.R. of Dacca D.I.B. for the W/E 30.8.58 reveals that Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) delivered speeches in a very big meeting held at the instance of E.P.A.L on 22.8.58 at Paltan Maidan, Dacca. They all criticised the Sarkar Ministry for their failure to solve the problems of the country. Sk. Mujibur Rahman in course of his speech said that two gentlemen; Khan Abdul Qaiyum Khan and Maulana Maududi criticised the A.L chief in public meetings. He also referred to the utterance of Mr. Khan against him (Sk. Mujibur Rahman) and challenged it.
Identical
F. 1/58- P.403.
W.C.R. of Dacca D.I.B. for the W/E 04.10.58 reveals that Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others mentioned addressed a public meeting held in observance of the “Shahid Ali Day” by the A.L. Narayanganj Branch on 26.9.58 in the field in front of Rahmatullah Institution. The speakers spoke in the same line paying homage to the late Dy. Speaker Mr. Shahid Ali. They condemned the alleged goondaism of the K.S.P leaders like Yousuf Ali Choudhuri @ Mohan Miyan who tried to capture power in undemocratic way by force and caused the death of Mr. Shahid Ali.
Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others mentioned also addressed a similar public meeting held on 29.9.58 at Paltan Maidan under the auspices of the A.L., paying glowing tributes to late Mr. Shahid Ali, and attributing the cause of his death to the unrestrained hooliganism and undemocratic activities in the chamber with ultimate object of capturing
power.
Identical
F. 1-57 – P. 39-40.
W.C.R. of D.I.B. Dacca for the W/E 2.2.57 reveals that on 26.1.57 Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Minister E.P. & others (mentioned) addressed a public meeting held at Paltan Maidan with Abdul Momin Talukdar (President, E.P.S.L) as a mark of protest and resentment against the integration of Kashmir by Indian Govt. Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman in course of his speech urged the Govt. of India to accept the resolution of the U.N.O. Sk. Mujibur Rahman announced that in pursuance of the resolutions adopted in the meeting he and others would not attend Republic Day function at the Indian D.H.C’s residence.
Identical
F. 1-57 P. 105
W.C.R. of D.I.B. Dacca for the W/E 16.3.57 reveals that 6th annual general meeting of the E.P. class IV Govt. Employees Association was held on 10.3.57 at Nilkhet Maidan, Dacca with Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Minister of Industries and anti-corruption in the chair. Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman inaugurated the Annual meeting on behalf of the Chief Minister E.P. Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others mentioned addressed the meeting discussing the grievances of class IV employees.
Identical
F. 1-57 – P. 183.
W.C.R. of Dacca D.I.B. for the W/E 20.4.57 that a conference of the Provincial Transport (Motor Vehicles) Owners’ Association was held on 31.3.57 at District Board Hall, Dacca with Mr. Abdul Jabbar Kaddar, chief whip, E.P. Govt. in the chair. Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman Minister, E.P. who also attended the meeting on invitation assured the members of the association in course of his speech that he would take all possible steps to redress their grievances.
Identical
F. 1-57 – P. 215
W.C.R. of Dacca D.I.B. for the W/E 11.5.57 reveals that Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Minister E.P & others (mentioned) addressed a public meeting held under the auspices of Kashipur union A.L. at Kashipur Idd- gah Maidan on 7.5.57. All the speakers in course of their speeches bitterly criticised Ex- M.L and U.F. Govt. for their mal-administration and misappropriation of Govt. money.
Identical
F. 1/57 – P. 363.
W.C.R. of Dacca D.I.B. for the W/E 10.8.57 reveals that on 4.8.57 Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Minister, E.P. addressed 4 public meetings held at Rarikhal, Sreenagar, Louhajang & Betka Bazar under Munsiganj Subdivision. In all the meetings, he spoke in the same strain criticising past M.L. & U.F. Govts. For bringing miseries to the people & urging upon the audience to support A.L. in the ensuing election.
Identical
F. 1/57 P. 373.
W.C.R. of Dacca D.I.B. for the W/E 17.8.57 reveals that Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman. Genl., Secy. E.P.A.L. & another noted addressed a public meeting held at the instance of the E.P.A.L on 11.8.57 at Paltan Maidan, Dacca. In course of his speech, Sk. Mujibur Rahman criticised the M.L. & U.F. Govt. for their failure in improving the condition of the people of this Province.
Identical
F. 1/57 – P. 405.
W.C.R. of Dacca D.I.B. for the W/E 7.9.57 reveals that a meeting under the auspices of the E.P. Steamer Crews Union was held on 31.8.57 at Narayanganj Steamer Ghat with Mujibur Rahman (A.L.) in the chair. Besides the President tour other members of the union delivered speeches urging full co-operation from other Steamer employees’ union for realising their demands from the Steamer Co.
Identical
F. 1/57 – P. 410.
W.C.R. of Dacca D.I.B. for the W/E 14.9.57 reveals that an extra- ordinary general meeting of the East Pakistan Class IV Employees Association was held on 13.9.57 at Nilkhet Barrack with Sk. Mujibur Rahman (A.L.) in the chair. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & another (mentioned) stated that the pay of the class IV employees was raised to the extent as funds permitted and assured the employees that they would do their best in getting their demands fulfilled.
Identical
F. 1/57 P. 428.
W.C.R. of Dacca D.I.B. for the W/E 21.9.57 reveals that on 13.9.57 a public meeting was held at Narayanganj Municipal Park under the auspices of N. ganj. City A.L. with Sk. Mujibur Rahman Genl. Secry.
E.P.A.L. in the chair. The Prime Minister of Pakistan Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy addressing the meeting criticised Mr. Nehru, Prime Minister of Bharat for his uncompromising attitude towards Kashmir & canal water problems.
Identical
F. 1/57- P. 482.
W.C.R. of Dacca D.I.B. for the week ending 26.10.57 reveals that Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy & Sk. Mujibur Rahman delivered speeches in a public meeting held under the auspices of E.P.A.L. on 25.10.57 at Paltan Maidan, Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman in course of his speech said that the Muslim League had again come to power to curb democratic movement of the country.
Identical
F. 1/57 P. 490.
W.C.R. of Dacca D.I.B. for the week ending 2.11.57 reveals that it was decided, in a closed-door meeting of the E.P.A.L. Parliamentary Board held on 30.10.57 at 20 Kotwali Rd. Dacca, to elect Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman as the Secry. of the E.P.A.L. Parliamentary Board.
Identical
F. 1/57 – P. 511-12.
W.C.R. of Dacca D.I.B. for the week ending 16.11.57 reveals that in observance of ‘Protest Day’ against separate electorate move a public meeting under the auspices of the E.P.A.L. was held on 15.11.57 at Paltan Maidan, Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others mentioned delivered speeches criticising the present M.L. Coalition Ministry at the centre for its move to re-introduce separate electorate system. He warned the Central Govt. saying that there might be bloodshed if separate electorate system was re-enforced against the will of the people. He also added that the people of East Pakistan would not accept parity if joint electorate was replaced by separate poll.
Identical
F. 1/57 – P. 534.
W.C.R. of Dacca D.I.B. for the W/E 30.11.57 reveals that a batch of Awami League volunteers under the leadership of Sk. Mujibur Rahman for Dacca on 24.11.57 for Naria, Faridpur for electioning campaign.
Identical
F. 1/57 – P. 546.
W.C.R. of Dacca D.I.B. for the W/E 7.12.57 reveals that Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) delivered speeches in a public meeting held under the auspices of the E.P.A.L. in observing the ‘Protest Day’ at Paltan Maidan on 2.12.57. The speakers delivered short speeches advocating the cause of joint electorate in the Country.
Identical
F. 80-48 P. 262.
A secret source from Sylhet reports on 29.8.56 that according to Taibur Rahman (A.L) of Sylhet, Sk. Mujibur Rahman, the Genl. Secry. of the E.P.A.L. has issued secret circulars to all the Secretaries of the District A.L. East Pakistan to re-organise the Awami Mujahid Bahini & recruit sufficient volunteers for the same. The aim and object of the ‘Bahini’ will be to protect the right of the A.L. & to help the organisation. during the ensuing general election in the country.
Identical
F. 79-48 – P. 294.
A secret source from Faridpur reported on 6.12.52 that according to Santi Sen when Mujibur Rahman went to seeking some top ranking leaders of the C.P. met him there and discussed with him the political and economic condition of this country. During the course of discussion, Mujibur Rahman gave some suggestions regarding the line of work to be taken to improve the condition of the people in East Bengal and gain popularity of the general mass. On the basis of his suggestions they prepared a thesis of work for East Bengal and sent it to the P.O.C. for consideration.
Identical
F. 79-48 P. 305
A secret source from Faridpur reports on 5.2.53 that the Provincial Council Conference of the E.P.M.S.L25 which was to be held in Dacca
…………………………………………………..
25. EPMSL (East Pakistan Muslim Students League) East Pakistan Muslim Students League was founded on 4 January 1948 by Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in a meeting at Fazlul Huq Hall, Dhaka University. Naeemuddin Ahmed was the first convener while Khaleq Newaz Khan General Secretary. It was the student front of Awami Muslim League. The word ‘Muslim’ was deleted from Awami Muslim League on posture of its secular ideology in 1955. Likewise on the same viewpoint East Pakistan Muslim Students League became East Pakistan Students League. This student organization played a vital role on Language Movement of 1952, Education Movement of 1962, 6-Point Movement of 1966, Mass Revolution of 1969, 11-Point Movement and Liberation War of 1971. So over the decades East Pakistan Students League evolved as Bangladesh Chhatra League.
……………………………………………………..
from the 16th to the 18th Feb. 1953 has been shifted to the 12th to the 13th feb’53. In this Conference Sk. Mujibur Rahman (A.M.L) & others (mentioned) will deliver speeches.
Identical
F. 79-48 P. 328.
A secret source from Faridpur reports on 14.5.53 that a working committee meeting of the provincial A.M.L. was held in Dacca at the residence of Yar Muhammad. It was revolved after a brief discussion to remove Shamsul Huq, Genl. Secry. of A.M.L. from his office for his committing breach of rule of the A.M.L. constitution by giving a hand to the govt. It was agreed that so long the issue was not finally decided Sk. Mujibur Rahman would continue to work as Genl. Secry. of the organisation.
Identical
F. 79-48 P. 369.
A secret source from Faridpur reported on 18.7.53 that Kamini Kumar Mazumdar left for Dacca on 10.7.57 to meet Sk. Mujibur Rahman. He had a discussion with him there over the ensuing Assembly election. He was requested by Sk. Mujibur Rahman to organise a joint meeting at Kasiani in connection with the visit of Moulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhasani & other at Kasiani, Gopalgonj.
Identical
F. 79-48 P. 387.
A DIO report on 26.8.53 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman did not visit Madaripur from 29th July to 1st August & did not held any meeting there.
Identical
F. 79-48 P. 506.
A secret source from Faridpur reports on 3.12.53 that S.M. Sarwarjan (A.M.L) & S.M Yunusur Rahman (A.M.L.) met Sk. Mujibur Rahman (A.M.L.) on 16.11.53 at the quarter of Sk. Mujibur Rahman who told them that Abdus Salam Khan @ Badsha Miyan (A.M.L) of Faridpur might try secretly to induce Ghulam Mustafa B.A. Muktear Gopalganj Bar and member of Faridpur District Board to contest him in the coming general election of the E.B. Legislative Assembly. From Gopalganj constituency as a nominee of the Krisak Sramik Party with a view to dwindling his influence & leadership from E.P.A.M.L.
Identical
F. 79-48 P. 557.
A D.I.O. reports on 21.1.54 that there is a difference of opinion between Abdus Salam Khan (A.M.L) & Sk. Mujibur Rahman (A.M.L.) regarding organisational matter. This difference of opinion has become wider after the formation of the Jukta Front because Mr. Abdus Salam has been supporting Mr. A.K. Fazlul Haq’s group.
Identical
F. 79-48 P. 572
An Extract from the S.W.R. of Faridpur Dist. for the week ending 6.5.54 reveals that in circular No. 5 of 25.4.54 Sk. Mujibur Rahman (A.M.L), Genl. Secry. E.P.A.M.L. requested all the secretaries of the District A.M.L. to submit the names & addresses of all the office bearers of the sub-divisional committees of the A.M.L. within a fortnight.
Identical
F. 79-48 – P. 630.
A secret source from Faridpur reports on 5.10.54 that since the arrest of Sk. Mujibur Rahman M.L.A (A.M.L) after the information of section 92-A in E.B. The wife of Sk. Mujibur Rahman & his 2 sons & a daughter is living at 79 Nazira Bazar, Dacca & is maintained by the party.
Identical
F. 79-48 – P. 711.
A secret source from Faridpur reports on 9.2.55 that at the instance of Nurul Huda Qadr Baksh (CP) a meeting of the security prisoners of Khata No. 1 & 2 of the Dacca Central Jail will be held on 11.2.55. In the meeting discussion will be held on the “No Confidence Move” against Mr. Fazlul Haq as the leader of the united front by Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others.
Identical
F. 79-48- P. 729.
A secret source from Faridpur reports on 17.3.55 that a meeting of the Communist Security Prisoners of KHATA Nos. I & II of the Dacca Central Jail was held on 11.2.55. In the meeting discussions were held on the “No Confidence Move” against Mr. Fazlul Huq as the leader of the united front by Sk. Mujibur Rahman (A.M.L.) The meeting severely condemned this “No Confidence Move.”
Identical
F. 79-48 P. 779.
A secret source from Faridpur reports on 11.8.55 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman (A.M.L) asked Sahidul Islam Khan & others to go to Dacca by the 4th of this month for canvassing in favour of the party in the ensuing selection of the speakers of the East Pakistan Legislative Assembly.
Identical
F. 79-48 P. 782.
A secret source from Faridpur reports on 4.11.55 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman gave out that the south Bengal Awami League conference will be held at Gopalganj Town by the Middle of January 1956. The conference will be attended by all-important Awami League leaders of East & West Pakistan.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) – P. 875.
A D.I.O. reports on 26.9.53 that the Annual Council meeting of the East Pakistan Awami Muslim League was held on 3rd, 4th & 5th July, 1953 at Mukul Hall, Dacca. In the meeting Sk. Mujibur Rahman proposed to make the A.M.L. a non- communal organisation.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) – P. 876.
In an English letter dated 16.9.53 from Sk. Mujibur Rahman addressed to the President, City A.M.L. Narayanganj. The writer requested the addressee to attend a meeting of the E.P.A.M.L Council to be held on 18.10.53 at Mymensingh town. He also held that this session was of great importance from the point of view of the next Assembly Election.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) – P. 879.
In an English letter dated 16.9.53 from Sk. Mujibur Rahman to Hashimuddin Ahmad, Genl. Secy. Dist. A.M.L. Mymensingh. The writer requested the addressee to attend the meeting of the E.P.A.M.L. Council scheduled to be held on the 17th & 18th Oct’53 at Mymensingh Town with all the Councillors. Similar letters were written by him to the Secretaries, A.M.L. Sylhet & A.M.L. Kushtia.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) – P. 885-86.
It reveals from an English letter dt. 31.8.53 from Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Genl. Secry. E.P.A.M.L. to Rahimuddin Ahmad, pleader, Dinajpur the addressee was requested to organise public meeting and pass resolutions on 10.9.53 which was declared as the “Anti Imperialist Day” to make it a complete success.
Sk. Mujibur Rahman also issued a notice that a meeting of the working committee of the E.P.A.M.L would be held on 13.9.53 at 18, Karkunbari Lane, Dacca. He requested the addressee to attend the meeting.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) – P. 895.
In a Bengali letter dated 22.9.53 from Student League, Kushtia to Moulana A. Hamid Bhashani the writer commenting on the removal of a genius like Shamsul Haq from Awami League writes that Jonab Mujibur Sb. works with childish mind and consequently they are to suffer.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) – P. 895.
In an English letter dated 16.9.53 from Sk. Mujibur Rahman to Asmat Ali Khan Muktear, Secry. Madaripur Sub-divisional A.M.L. The writer informed the addressee that Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) decided to tour and attend meetings at Rajoir, Madaripur, Chikandi & Shibchar.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) – P. 918.
In a Bengali letter dated 7.10.53 from Hira, Karachi to Sk. Mujibur Rahman, the writer writes that he wants to have Awami League nomination from Kashiani, Maksudpur constituency. He wants to know the opinion of the addressee about it.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) – P. 924.
In a Bengali letter dated 6.10.53 from Md. Abdul Bari @ Agha Saheb, President, A.M.L Magura to Sk. Mujibur Rahman. The writer reports his inability to attend the Council Conference of East Pakistan A.M.L. to be held on 17th & 18th October, 1953. He conveys his proposals for appointing an Amir invested with the sovereign power & forming a parliament with the representatives of the people on the model of British Parliament and that the Constitution of Pakistan should be made according to Islamic Principles.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) – P. 969. & 974, 979, 987.
In an English letter dated 2.11.53 from Sk. Mujibur Rahman to Ishaque Chakladar. The writer requested the addressee to attend the Council Session of the E.P.A.M.L. to be held at Mymensingh on the 14th & 15th Nov’ 53.
Similar letter was also written to Mujibur Rahman, Genl. Secry., Dist. A.M.L., Bogra & others requesting the Councillors to attend it.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) – P. 980.
In an English letter dated 3.11.53 from Ghulam Mohammed Khan Londkhar26, Lahore to Sk. Mujibur Rahman. The writer requested the
………………………………………………………………..
26. Ghulam Muhammad Khan Lundkhwar – Ghulam Muhammad Khan Lundkhwar was born in a respectable family of the district Mardan of Pakistan on 10 September 1908. His father Sardar Khadi Khan and grandfather Sardar Nasim Khan was friends of Syed Ahmad Shaheed and Shah Smail Shaheed (the martyrs of Balakot). On the question of Nehru report, he joined hands with Maulana Mohammad Asli Johar and strongly opposed the Nehru report. The British troops surrounded Lundkhwar on 26 June 1930 and ransacked the house of Ghulam Muhamad Khan Lundkhwar and later completely burnt down his hujra and house. He was critical about misrule of Pakistan and supported Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s view having similar political ideology. Ghulam Muhammad Lundkhwar was the General Secretary of NWFP Awami League.
……………………………………………………….
addressee to fix up his engagement at Comilla & at Saidpur between 13 Nov. and November, 23.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) – P. 990.
In an English letter dated 8.11.53 from Abul Hashim, 21, Gopibagh 3rd lane, Wari, Dacca to Hashimuddin Ahmad, Secry., Dist. A.M.L., Mymensingh. The writer wrote that Mr. Fazlul Huq told him that Mujibur Rahman & another leader (mentioned) told him that in the Conference at Mymensingh there would be no discussion about joint front but the Conference will swiftly adopt a resolution generally supporting the joint front proposal and by another resolution. Mujibur Rahman & other leaders (mentioned) would be authorised to settle terms of Joint front with Mr. Fazlul Huq.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) – P. 993.
In an English letter dated 3.11.53 from Majib Bhai, Dacca to Abu Taher Khan Pathan, Kishoreganj, Mymensingh. The writer requested the addressee to be present at Mymensingh from 10.11.53 to work in connection with the Council Session at Mymensingh town on the 14th & 15th Nov. ’53. He also informed that the central office would be shifted at Mymensingh on the 10th November, ’53.
Identical
F. 113-47 P. 313.
A secret source from Pabna reports on 2.3.55 that K.M. Siddique (A.M.L) of Pabna saw Sk. Mujibur Rahman, A.M.L. in the party office of Dacca. In course of talk Mujibur Rahman gave out that the Honourable Premier of Pakistan will visit Dacca on 6.3.55 & he will have the Ministry formed in East Bengal by Mr. A.K. Fazlul Haque.
The source further reports that according to Mujibur Rahman the no confidence motion against Mr. Haque was passed by majority votes in the meeting held on 17.2.55 in Dacca, but Mr. Haque managed to take signature of most of the A.M.L. Ms.L.A. in support of him. This according to Mujibur Rahman about 32 A.M.L, Ms.L.A betrayed the party.
Identical
F. 113-47 P. 345.
A secrete source from Pabna reports on 29.10.55 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman was elected General Secretary & others mentioned as office bearers of the E.P.A.L. for the Year 1955-56.
Identical
F. 113-47 P. 359.
A secrete source from Pabna reports on 19.3.58 that in course of discussion on 16.3.58. The A.L. President Amjad Husain of Pabna disclosed that a rift exists in the Provincial Awami League under the leadership of Mr. Ataur Rahman Khan, Chief Minister, E.P. and Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Genl. Secry. Provincial Awami League. According to him Sk. Mujibur Rahman is a whimsical & selfish man having little knowledge of the administration.
Identical
File No. 70/54 A page 29.
It reveals from the report of C.S.I Dacca Court dt. 19.7.54 that Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman (mentioned) was charge sheeted in Lalbagh P.S. Case no. 19(5)54 u/s 7(3) E.B.P.S.O and 147/148/447/448/326/427/ 395/149/P.P.C and he was in custody.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) Vol II page 486
It reveals from an intercepted letter dt. 13.2.53 written by Kabir Uddin Ahmed M.S.C, Part- II F.H.M. Hall to Capt. Mansur Ali M.A. L.L.B, pleader, Judge’s Court Pabna that he was told by Mujibur Rahman that some Asst. Secy. of Awami League has been insulted by some nobles of Muslim League.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) page 571 vol III
It reveals from an intercepted letter dt. 20.4.53 written by Moslim Uddin Bhuiya, Secy. Narshingdi Awami Muslim League to Mr. Mujibar Rahman Sk. General Secy. E.P. Awami Muslim League that he was invited by him to go to Narshingdi with Mr. Ataur Rahman Khan and Mr. Shahid Shahib.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) page 574 vol III
It reveals from an Intercepted letter dt. 12.4.53 written by Sk. Mujibar Rahman to A.K. Mujibar Rahman, Secy. District A.M.L. Bogra that he informed him to observe 17th April 1953 as “The political prisoners’ Release Day and Prayer Day.” He requested all the units of their organisation to observe the day peacefully & constitutionally. He also informed that there will be a meeting and resolutions demanding the release of Maulana Bhashani & other political prisoners detained without trial will be taken.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) vol. III page 582
It reveals from an intercepted letter dt. 20.4.53 written by Mansur of 14, Bakshibazar to Mvi. Mohammad Ali, B.L. pleader, Tangail, Mymensingh that there will be a meeting of Awami League of Tangail on 26.4.53 where Suhrawardy, Ataur Rahman Sb. and Mujibar Rahman Sb. will attend.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) vol. III 592
It reveals from an intercepted telegram dt. 22.4.53 sent by Mujibar Rahman to Mvi. Mazharul Haque a pleader of Manikganj to arrange a meeting on 4.5.53 at Manikganj town where Mvi. Abdul Hamid Khan (Bhashani) and Mr. Suhrawardy and others will attend the meeting.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) vol. III page 595
It reveals from an intercepted letter dt. 30.3.53 written by Matiar Rahman of 34 Nowabpur Rd. to Mvi. Abul Husain Secy. Dist. Awami League, Pakistan Book House, Rangpur that Sk. Mujibar Rahman will reach Rangpur on 4th April to make their organisation strong.
Identical
File No. 164-49 (Int.) Vol. III page 601
It reveals from an intercepted letter dt. 14.4.53 written by S. Ahmed for Sk. Mujibar Rahman to Moazzem Husain B.L. Secy. Dist. Awami Muslim League that it has been decided by the Working Committee to observe 17th April, 1953 as the Political Prisoners day and prayer day. He requested all the units of his organisation to observe the day peacefully & constitutionally. He also informed that there will be
meeting and resolutions demanding the release of Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani & other political prisoners detained without trial.
Identical
File No.163-49 (Int.) page 604 Vol. III
It reveals from an intercepted letter dt. 30.3.53 written by Emdadul of 3 Gobinda Das Lane, Armanitolla, Dacca to Mvi. Md. Abul Husain, Pakistan book house, Station Road, Rangpur that he was requested by Emdadul to hold a meeting of Awami League in his Constituency in Rangpur Dist. in presence of Sk. Mujibar Rahman and others.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) page 622, Vol. III
A D.I.O. supplied the particulars of Sk. Mujibar Rahman S/o L. Lutfar Rahman of Tongipara P.S. Gopalganj, Dist. Faridpur and of 71, Radhika Mohan Basak Road Lane P.S. Kotwali Dist. Dacca.
File No. 163-49 (Int.), Vol. III page 623
A D.I.O. reported in his agent statement vide DA 43 dt. 22.4.53 that Sk. Mujibar Rahman with Mr. Suhrawardy held a meeting at Tangail on 26.4.53. Mr. Ataur Rahman did not attend the meeting as he was otherwise engaged.
Identical
Ref. File No. 163-49 (Int.) Vol. II page 443
It reveals from an intercepted letter dt. 13.2.53 written by Sk. Mujibar Rahman to Abdul Aziz, Secy. Dist. Awami League, Chittagong that he was informed by Sk. Mujibar Rahman that the working committee of the East Pakistan Awami Muslim League in its emergent meeting on Friday (6.2.53) resolves that all the branch organisations be called upon to observe “Shahid Day” on 21.2.53 peacefully and constitutionally.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) Vol II page 496
An Intercepted letter dt. 14.2.53 written by Sk. Mujibar Rahman to A.K. Mujibar Rahman, Secy. Dist. Awami Muslim League Bogra reveals that he was informed by him to observe Shahid Day on 21.2.53 peacefully and constitutionally.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) page 497 Vol. II
It reveals from an intercepted letter dt. 19.2.53 written by Sk. Mujibar Rahman, Acting General Secy. E.P.A.M.L. to Kazi Abdul Wadud B.L. pleader, Secy. Sadar sub-divisional A.M.L.Tippera that he was informed by him to observe “Shahid Day” on 21.2.53 peacefully and constitutionally.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) page 502 Vol. II
It reveals from an intercepted letter dt. 19.2.53 written by Sk. Mujibar Rahman to Kazi Abdul Wadud B.L pleader Secy. Sadar sub Divisional A.M.L. Tippera that he was informed by him that Mr. Suhrawardy has left for Karachi today (6.2.53) and is expected back on or before the 28th Feb’53. He is expected to stay here for two months or so in order to cover the districts and places not attended by him.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) Vol. II page 504
A D.I.O. reports that Sk. Mujibar Rahman and others (mentioned) held a closed-door discussion at 25, Swarighat on 20.2.53 between 18.00 hours & 22.00 hours.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) Vol. II page 516
It reveals from an intercepted letter dt. 20.2.53 written by Sk. Mujibar Rahman to Sk. Abdul Aziz M.A. B.L.B., Chairman Dist. Awami Muslim League, Khulna that he was informed by him on behalf of the Awami Muslim League. That he congratulated their successful candidates upon their sweeping success in the Khulna D.B. election defeating the Muslim League candidates. Sk. Mujibar Rahman also informed him that Jonab Suhrawardy will not be able to spare 4 days in Khulna as he had to travel the whole Province.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) Vol. II page 522
It reveals from an intercepted letter dt. 26.2.53 written by Abdul Hye of Kharki, Jessore to Sk. Mujibar Rahman, Acting Genel. Secy. A.M. League that he was informed by him that some Muslim League Ministers are coming to Jessore to hold a meeting here & there. Sk. Mujibar Rahman was also requested by him to request Mr. Suhrawardy to remain present in Jessore in the last week of March.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) Vol. II page 534
It reveals from an intercepted letter dt. 2.3.53 written by Sk. Mujibar Rahman to Dr. N. Ahmed Secy. Dist. A.M.L Paharpur Dinajpur that he was informed by Sk. Mujibar Rahman that Mr. Suhrawardy was due here by the 28th February but the date has been shifted to 7.3.53. He will be requested after his arrival at Dacca to accept your request. He further informed that he was short of copies of manifesto and as such could not supply you with more than 10 copies. As the manifesto is provisional and are not reprinting it as soon as it is finalised it will reprint & supply you with more copies.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) Vol. III page 627
It reveals from an intercepted letter dt. 14.5.53 written by Mosleh Uddin Bhuiya, Secy. Narshingdi A.M. League to the Editor Ittefaq, Dacca that the Committee of Najarpur Union Awami League was formed and office bearers were selected (mentioned). Sk. Abdul Aziz was requested to write to Sk. Mujibar Rahman for the affiliation of the committee.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) Vol. III page 688
In a letter dt. 14.6.53 from Sk. Mujibar Rahman to Adiluddin Ahmed B.L. pleader General Secy. of A.M. League Faridpur. Sk. Mujibar Rahman informed the addressee that the Provincial Council Session will commence on 3rd July 53, grave issues will be decided in the session. The addressee was directed to make necessary arrangement so that all Councillor may join the session.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) Vol. III page 691
In a Bengali letter dt. 18.6.53 from K.A. Hafiz Khulna to Sk. Mujibar Rahman Joint Secy. Provincial A.L. Dacca. The writer reported his inability to attend the Provincial Conference to be held on 3.7.53.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) page 694 to 96
In an English letter dt. 5.6.53 from Sk. Mujibar Rahman to Secy. city A.L. Saidpur. The writer informed the addressee that the Provincial Awami Muslim League convention will be held on 3rd, 4th & 5th July 1953 at Dacca. The writer requested the addressee to complete the district election as early as possible and to send the list of office bearers & Councillors.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) page 697
In a Bengali letter dt. 14.6.53 from Sk. Mujibar Rahman to Sk. Abdul Aziz Puran Bazar, Khulna. The writer informed the addressee that the Provincial Councillors Conference will be held on 3rd, 4th & 5th July 1953 & directed him to send the full names and addresses of the Councillors of Khulna Dist. after holding the district election before the date mentioned.
Identical
File 163-49 (Int.) page 730
In an English letter dt. 29.6.53 from Sk. Mujibar Rahman to Dr. Mujibar Rahman Secy. Dist. Awami Muslim league, Bogra. The writer requested the addressee to attend the session of the Provincial Council meeting to be held 3rd, 4th & 5th July 1953.
Identical
File 163-49 (Int.) page 763
In an English letter dt. 13.7.53 from A.K. Mujibar Rahman, Secy. A.M.L. Bogra to Sk. Mujibar Rahman Dacca. The writer wrote that there was a talk between Bhashani Shahib & himself that a week’s tour programme for Bogra Dist. will be made by the President. In view of the flood situation of Bogra the tour programme for Bogra shall have to be made where the rainy season is over.
Identical
File 163-49 (Int.) page 789
In an English letter dt. 29.7.53 from Sk. Mujibar Rahman General Secy. A.M.L. Dacca to Hashim Uddin Ahmed, G.S. A.M.L. Mymensingh. The writer requested the addressee to call a workers conference immediately & to ask the Sub-Divisional town to do so to prepare a list of workers on Sub-Divisional basis.
Identical
File 163-49 (Int.) page 799
In an English letter dated. 29.7.53 from Sk. Mujibar Rahman General Secy. A.M.L. to Mr. Mashiur Rahman pleader, Secy. Dist. A.M.L. Jessore. The writer requested the addressee to call a workers conference immediately and to ask the Sub-Divisional town to do so to prepare a list of workers on Sub-Divisional basis.
Identical
File 163-49 (Int.) page 802.
In an English letter dt. 3.8.53 from Sk. Mujibar Rahman G.S. E.P.A.M. League, Dacca to Mr. Atahar Ali, Secy. Subdivision A.M. League Bagerhat Dist. Khulna. The writer informed the addressee that Mr. M.A. Aziz the President of your district addressed him in a letter for some copies of manifesto and constitution. The manifesto and constitution are not yet printed. As soon as they are printed, you will be furnished with copies.
Identical
File 163-49 (Int.) page 819
In an English letter dt. 13.8.53 from Sk. Mujibar Rahman to H.S. Suhrawardy Esq. (Bar-at-Law) 13 Kutchary Road, Karachi. The writer informed the addressee that Anti Public Safety Act Day was observed in Dacca on 7th August 53 in co-operation with all the opposition Parties & Group and student organisation, peaceful meeting & resolution for the unconditional release of all political prisoners & repeal of Safety Act were passed. The Day was observed throughout the province.
The writer informed the addressee that a lac of people assembled at “Paltan Maidan”. Moulana Bhashani could not attend the meeting as his wife was bitten by snake. He also informed that he was busy with the printing of his constitution & manifesto for which people were very eager. Manik Miah and Year Mohd. Khan are seriously engaged for the declaration of the daily edition of our weekly “Ittefaq”. He believed that he shall be successful. He informed that he decided to form one “Mujahid Bahini” for social service activities. Rafique Husain L.L.B. of Tippera & Jalal Uddin Ahmed M.A. L.L.B of Faridpur have been appointed Chief and Deputy Chief of the “Bahini” respectively. Moulana has duly nominated the 26 members (mentioned) of the Provincial Awami League Working Committee.
The writer also informed that Sk. Mujibar Rahman was elected as General Secy. & others mentioned as office bearers at the last council sessions. He also wrote that the 1st meeting of the newly formed working committee will be held on 24.8.53.
Identical
Ref. File No. 163-49 (Int.) page 837.
In an English letter dt. 30.8.53 from Sk. Mujibar Rahman E.P.A.M.L to Mashiur Rahman, pleader, Secy. Dist. A.M. League, Jessore. The writer informed the addressee that a Working Committee meeting of the East Pakistan Awami Muslim League will be held on 13.9.53 at 18, Karkunbari Lane, Dacca at 3.30 p.m. He was requested by the writer to attend the meeting.
and The meeting will discuss about the general election organisational matters, Release of political prisoners and repeal of Safety
Act. etc.
Identical
File 163-49 (Int.) page 823
In an English letter dt. 12.8.53 from Sk. Mujibar Rahman, Secy. E.P. Awami Muslim League, Dacca to Akbar Husain, Pleader Bogra that he was informed by the writer that he has been nominated by the President as one of the members of the Working Committee of East Pakistan Awami Muslim League.
Identical
File 163-49 (Int.) page 824
In an English letter dt. Nil from Sk. Mujibar Rahman, G.S., E.P.A.M.L. DA. to Akbar Husain, pleader, Bogra. The writer informed the addressee that a Working Committee meeting of East Pakistan Awami League 24.8.53 at 18 Karkunbari Lane Dacca at 7.30 p.m. & he was requested by the writer to attend the meeting.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) page 825
In an intercepted letter dt. 1.8.53 from Emdadul Huque of 6, Padmanidhi Lane Dacca to Abul Husain, Secy. Dist. A.M.L. Rangpur. The writer informed the addressee that according to his instructions he gave a statement in the press against Moulana Bhashani and Sk. Mujibar Rahman and was published in the “Daily Sangbad” dt. 21.7.53.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) page 840
In a Bengali intercepted letter dt. 1.9.53 from Abdur Rashid of Narayanganj, Dacca to Janab Mashiur Rahman, B.L., pleader Judges Court Dist. Jessore. The writer informed the addressee that he had an occasion to see Moulana Abdul Hamid Khan (Bhashani) and Sk. Mujibar Rahman. He further informed that Abdul Hye has brought a charge against Sk. Mujibar Rahman as to why Mashiur Rahman has been taken in Provincial & Central Committee. Sk. Mujibar Rahman in his reply said “What I did, did for good”.
Identical
File 163-49 (Int.) page 843
In an English letter dt. 30.8.53 from Sk. Mujibar Rahman, General Secy. E.P.A.M. League to S.M. Lokitullah pleader, President Dist. A.M. League, Barisal. The writer informed the addressee that a meeting of the Working Committee of the E.P.A.M.L. will be held on 13.9.53 at 18 Karkunbari Lane, Dacca at 3.30 p.m. He requested him to attend the meeting.
Identical
File 163-49 (Int.) page 844.
In an English letter dt. 31.8.53 from Sk. Mujibar Rahman, General Secy. E.P.A.M.L. to Mr. Mujibar Rahman, Secy. Bogra Dist. A.M.L. The writer informed the addressee to observe “Anti Imperialist Day” on 10th September 1953 and to organise public meeting and passed resolutions with copies to the press & head quarters or the party strain all nerves to make it a complete success.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) P. 845
In an English letter dated 30.8.53 from Sk. Mujibur Rahman to Akbar Husain President Dist. A.M.L. Bogra. The writer requested the addressee to attend a meeting of the Working Committee of the E.P.A.M.L. to be held on 13.9.53 at 18 Karkunbari Lane, Dacca.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) P. 847-49.
In an English letter dated. 30.8.53 from Sk. Mujibur Rahman to Kafiluddin Ahmed (A.M.L.) Kustia. The writer requested the addressee to attend a meeting of Working Committee of the E.P.A.M.L. to be held on 13.9.53 to discuss about the general election matters, release of political prisoners, repeal of Safety Act, state language problems etc.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) P. 850-52.
In an English letter dated 30.8.53 from Sk. Mujibur Rahman addressed to Sa’ad Ahmad (A.M.L.) Kustia. The writer informs that 10.9.53 has been declared to be observed as the “Anti Imperialist Day”. He requested the addressee to organise public meeting & pass resolutions to make it a complete success.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) P. 864-66.
In an English letter dated 30.8.53 from Sk. Mujibur Rahman Genl. Secy. E.P.A.M.L to Dildar Ahmad, Pleader, Kustia. The writer requested the addressee to attend the meeting of the Working Committee of the E.P.A.M.L. on 13.9.53.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) P. 997.
In a Bengali letter from Sa’ad Ahmad, Kushtia to Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Genl. Secy. E.P.A.M.L. The writer informs that they have already formed strong committees in every Sub-division. He requested the addressee to spend a week in their midst at Kushtia. He also requested the addressee to enlist his name as a reporter for the daily Ittefaq from Kushtia district.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) P. 1008 & 11.
It reveals from a report of a D.I.O. of Mymensingh that on 15.11.53 a public meeting under the auspices of the E.P.A.M.L. was held at Saheb Quarters Maidan, Mymensingh town with Moulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhasani in the chair. Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Secy. E.P.A.M.L. & others (mentioned) delivered speeches in the meeting. In course of his speech Sk. Mujibur Rahman criticised the existing Muslim League govt. for not nationalising the Jute Industry of Pakistan, abolition of Zamindary System27 without compensation & for detaining about 300 people in jail without trial etc.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) P. 1014.
It reveals from a report at a D.I.O. of Mymensingh that the East Pakistan Awami Muslim League Council Session was held inside the Alaka Cinema Hall, Mymensingh Town on 15.11.53. with Moulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhasani in the Chair. Sk. Mujibur Rahman Genl. Secry. E.P.A.M.L. & others mentioned delivered speeches in the Council Session. In course of speeches all the speakers and the President vehemently criticised the existing administration of the govt. and the new Constitutional formula of H.P.M. Mr. Md. Ali.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) P. 1017.
It reveals from the report of a D.I.O. of Mymensingh that Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) delivered speeches in the E.P.A.M.L Council Session held at Alaka Cinema Hall, Mymensingh on 14.11.53 vehemently criticising the Muslim League Govt. for its alleged failure to solve the economic, social, educational problems of the country and unsound Trade Policy adopted by the govt. They also condemned the report of the B.P.C based on the Constitutional Formula of Mr. Md. ALi.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) P. 1046.
In English letter dated 25.11.53 from Mofizuddin Ahmed, Secy. Narayanganj City Awami Muslim League, Narayanganj addressed to the Secy. E.P.A.M.L. Dacca (Sk. Mujibur Rahman). The writer informs that Mr. Almas Ali, President Narayanganj city A.M.L. is the A.M.L. candidate.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) P. 1058.
In a Bengali letter from Matiur Rahman, Rangpur to Sk. Mujibur Rahman Genl. Secry. E.P.A.M.L. The writer informs that the situation of Rangpur is very bad. He regrets that addressee to take up a programme of tour for at least seven days.
Identical
…………………………………………………………..
27. Zamindari System – Zamindari System was introduced by Lord Cornwallis in British India through Permanent Settlement Act 1793. A certain amount was fixed to pay to East India Company whereas zaminders used to exploit huge amount by means of torture and repression. It was introduced in provinces of Bengal, Bihar, Orissa and Varanasi. Zamindars were given the right to collect land-tax from the peasants.
…………………………………………………………..
Page: 101
F. 163-49 (Int.) P. 1065.
Copy of English translation of a Bengali letter dated Nil from Matiur Rahman, Secy. Sadar sub-divisional A.M.L. Rangpur to Dabiruddin Ahmed, Nilphamari, Rangpur forwarded to the Addl. S.P. D.I.B. Dacca by S.P. D.I.B Rangpur on 10.12.53 reveals that Sk. Mujibur Rahman & 2 others mentioned will tour over the different places of Pirganj elaka.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) P. 1080.
In a Bengali letter dated 13.12.53 from Fazlul Haq, 56 Malibag, Dacca to Abdul Aziz, Secry. A.M.L. Anderkilla, Chittagong. The writer informs that he met Sk. Mujibur Rahman at Dacca with Mahfuzul Haq, Sub-Registrar and after a long discussion Mahfuzul Haq has declared himself in support of A.M.L.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) 1083.
In an English letter dt. 3.12.53 from Sk. Mujibur Rahman to Abdul Aziz, Secry. Dist. A.M.L. 122, Anderkilla Road, Chittagong. The writer requested the addressee to immediately send him a list of probable Awami candidates for the ensuing assembly election from his district.
Identical
F. 163-49 P. 1143.
In an English letter dated 17.12.53 from Sa’ad Ahmad, Genl. Secry. Kushtia to Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Genl. Secry. A.M.L. The writer requested the addressee to be present at Dacca on 20.12.53 when he will be coming with the probable list of candidates for the ensuing Assembly Election. He also informs that top ranking leaguers of his district have resigned from the Muslim League and are trying to creep in their body politics through the back door.
Identical
F. 163-49 P. 1247.
In an English letter dated 7.1.55 from A.K. Mujibur Rahman, Secry. Dist. A.M.L. Bogra to Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Genl. Secry. E.P.A.M.L. The writer informs that the recent statement given by the addressee after coming back from Karachi to Dacca has their wholehearted support.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) P. 1257.
In an English letter dated 7.1.55 from Abdul Razzak. Muktear at Gopalganj Town to Abdus Salam Khan28, Advocate High Court, Ex- Minister, Dacca. The writer informs the addressee that Mujibur is an unquestionable mass leader that without him no popular Ministry can be formed. He requested him not to under estimate him.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) P. 1270
In an English letter dated 30.1.55 from A.K. Mujibur Rahman, Secry. Dist. A.M.L. Bogra to Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Genl. Secry. E.P.A.M.L. The writer informs the addressee that the promulgation of Sec. 144 again in this province has created panic in the mind of the people.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) P. 1277.
In an English letter from Nasiruddin Ahmed M.L.A. Advocate, High Court, Dacca to Mlvi. Abdul Hannan M.L.A Kushtia intercepted on 3.2.55. The writer writes that due to the folly and hot-headedness of Ataur Rahman & Mujibur Rahman grant withdrawal of 92-A rule, which was so imminent was receding.
Identical
F. 163-49 (Int.) P. 1282, 1292, 1294.
In an English letter dated 4.2.55 from Sk. Mujibur Rahman to M.A. Aziz, 122 Anderkilla, Chittagong. The writer requested the addressee to attend a meeting of the Working Committee of the E.P.A.M.L. on 15.2.55 at the office of the E.P.AM.L. at 56 Simpson Rd. Dacca to discuss political situation & organisational affairs. Similar letters were issued to several others also.
F. 163-49 (Int.) P. 1291.
In an English letter dated 8.2.55 from A.K. Mujibur Rahman, Secry. Bogra DT- A.M.L. to Sk. Mujibur Rahman. The writer informs that Mr.
………………………………………………..
28. Abdus Salam Khan (1906 – 29 February 1972) – He was a lawyer and politician. He was active worker of Muslim League and Pakistan Movement. Later he left Muslim League and joined newly formed Awami Muslim League in 1949. Upon the nomination of United Front he was elected member of East Pakistan Legislative Assembly in 1954 and became Minister. He was the main advocate of the Agartala Conspiracy Case lodged against Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman by the Pakistan Government. He was uncle of former Commerce later Civil Aviation and Tourism Minister retd. Col. Faruk Khan MP.
……………………………………………………
Suhrawardy & Mr. Nannu recently paid a visit to Bogra to A.M.L. Ms.L.A. to have confidence in Mr. Haq but all gone in vain.
Identical
163-49 (Int.) P. 1298
In a Bengali letter dated 23.2.55 from Badrunnissa Ahmad, Chittagong to Sk. Mujibur Rahman M.L.A. The writer says that they want Parliamentary govt. & that they are not fighting for the ‘gadi. They should not fight to prove the strength. She requested the addressee not to go to break down the party for the sake of gadi.
Identical
163-49 (Int.) P. 1322.
It reveals from a Bengali letter dated 3.3.55 from A.K. Mujibur Rahman to Abdul Aziz Kabiraj of Thana Road, Bogra that the writer had a discussion with Sk. Mujibur Rahman & Mr. Ataur Rahman about the present organisational matters. He hoped that there is possibility of the formation of Ministry within that month.
Identical
163-49 (Int.) P. 1337
It reveals from an English letter dated 12.3.55 from Ak. Mujibur Rahman to Sk. Mujibur Rahman G.S. A.M.L. that the writer gave the names & addresses of the Bogra district & town A.M.L. office bearers.
Identical
163-49 (Int.) P. 1338.
It reveals from an intercepted English letter from Saiyid Akbar Ali B.L. to Sk. Mujibur Rahman that the writer regretted for not issuing a very strong rejoinder to Mahmud Ali’s statement. He also regretted for the occasional actions of Ataur Rahman which in his opinion make the position of the organisation deplorable.
Identical
163-49 (Int.) P. 1409
It reveals from the S.W.R of D.I.B. Khulna that one Saiyid Husain Mansur advised Sk. Mujibur Rahman and Ataur Rahman at time of their departure for Karachi to press for lifting the ban on the entry of Moulana Bhashani. The writer also requested the addressee (Dildar Ahmed) to contest in the election to the convention.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) Page 1433
In an English intercepted letter dated 16.4.55 from Secretary Dist. A.M.L. Bogra to Sk. Mujibar Rahman General Secy. E.P.A.M.L. Dacca. The writer informed the addressee about the protest meeting of Dist. A.M.L. Bogra which was held on 15.4.55 at 4.30 p.m. at the local Altafunnesa field under the Presidentship of Mvi. Akbar Husain Akanda, B.L. President Bogra Dist. A.M.L. He also informed that a huge gathering of at least 10,000 people assembled & passed the resolutions (mentioned).
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) Page 1437
In a Bengali intercepted letter dt. 29.4.55 from Badrunnessa to Mr. Mujibar Rahman. The writer wanted to know from the addressee whether her name has been submitted for the convention or not.
Identical
File 163-49 (Int.) Page 1466
In an English intercepted letter dt. 22.4.55 from Akbar Husain Akanda, Bogra to Sk. Mujibar Rahman, General Secty. E.P. A.M.L. Dacca. The writer informed the addressee that he is quite unable to come to Dacca today for financial difficulties. He also informed that he fully supported the convention and he will request his colleagues to support it. Identical
File 163-49 (Int.) Page 1468
In an intercepted letter dt. 4.5.55 from Sk. Mujibar Rahman, Secy. E.P.A.M.L to Ghulam Md. Mahiuddin of Badurtala, Bogra. The writer informed the addressee that he will try to withdraw the order of internment as the addressee was interned within the Municipality area of Bogra after his release.
Identical
File No 163-49 (Int.) Page 1469
In an English intercepted letter dt. 9.5.55 from A.k. Mujibar Rahman Secy. Dist. A.M.L. Bogra to Sk. Mujibar Rahman, Genl. Secy. E.P. A.M.L. The writer informed the addressee that he was requested by his President to submit the supplementary programme for public meeting with Moulana Bhashani at Serpur, and Dublagarihat. He also informed that the biggest Mohajir colony is situated in that place and they are the worst sufferer in the hands of the Muslim League authorities of Bogra.
Identical
File 163-49 (Int.) Page 1470
In an English intercepted letter dt. Nil from Sk. Mujibar Rahman to Zahur Ahmed Choudhury29, M.L.A. 122 Ander Killa, Chittagong. The writer informed the addressee that he shall have to pay Rs. 10/- as subscription to the A.M.L. organisation fund.
Identical
File 163-49 (Int.) Page 1473
In an English intercepted letter dt. 7.5.55 from Akbar Husain Akanda, President, Dist. A.M.L. Bogra to Sk. Mujibar Rahman. The writer informed the addressee that he decided to arrange meeting with Moulana Bhasani all over the Dist.
Identical
File 163-49 (Int.) Page 1516.
In an English intercepted letter dt. 14.5.55 from Sk. Mujibar Rahman, G.S. E.P.A.M.L. to Mvi. Akbar Ali Khan Choudhury M.L.A. Bogra. The writer informed the addressee that he received his money order of Rs. 100/- (one hundred) as a quota of contribution to the fund.
Identical
File 163-49 (Int.) Page 1537
In an English intercepted letter dt. 6.6.55 from A.k. Mujibar Rahman Secy. Dist. A.M.L. Bogra to Sk. Mujibar Rahman Genl. Secy. of E.P.A.M.L. The writer informed the addressee that the copy of recent resolution adopted by the Bogra Dist. A.M.L. Working Committee has been received by you & requested to do the needful in that connection.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) Page 1651.
In an English intercepted letter dated 13.8.55 from Abdul Maliq Miyan, Secy. East Bogra Sub-divisional A.M.L. to the General Secy. E.P. A.M. League. He informed him that the East Bogra Sub-divisional A.M.L.
…………………………………………………………….
29. Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury (1916-1 July 1974) – He studied in Calcutta Islamia College and joined All India Muslim League in 1940. Chowdhury was one of the founding members of Awami Muslim League in 1949. He was labour activist and Assistant Secretary of Pakistan Trade Union Federation. He was active in the Language Movement. In 1954, he was elected to the Legislative Assembly from Chattogram under the United Front. He was imprisoned for participating in 6 Point Movement.
…………………………………………………………..
Committee formed under the supervision of Bogra Dist. A.M.L. organising Committee set up by the Bogra Dist. A.M.L executive Committee. The writer requested the addressee for the approval of this.
Identical
File 163-49 (Int.) Page 1653
In a Bengali intercepted letter dt. 26.8.55 from Azizur Rahman M.L.A. Gaibandha Dist. Rangpur to Jonab Wali Ahmed, Publicity Secy. E.P.A.M.L. The writer informed the addressee about the holding of the Council Session of A.M.L. Moulana Shahib had already informed about the holding of the session either on 7th or 8th Sept. 1955. He had already discussed the matter with Sk. Mujibar Rahman.
Identical
File 163-49 (Int.) Page 1668
In an English intercepted letter dt. 7.8.58 from Oli Ahad, Publicity Secy. East Pakistan to Mvi. S.W. Lakit Ullah, President, Barisal. The writer informed the addressee about the meeting of the A.M.L. held on 4th August 1955 under the Presidentship of Mr. Ataur Rahman Khan. He further informed the meeting resolved that in place of Ataur Rahman Khan, Abul Mansur Ahmed and Sk. Mujibar Rahman who would be absent in Karachi the following persons would be elected as members in the Sub-Committee.
(1) Mr. A.G. Khaddar. (II) Mr. Abdus Samad. (III) Khairat Hussain.
Identical
File 163-49 (Int.) Page 1686
In an English intercepted letter dt. 7.10.55 from Sk. Mujibar Rahman General Secy. E.P.A.M.L to A.K Mujibar Rahman Secy. Dist. A.M.L. Bogra. The writer informed the addressee that Moulana Bhashani President, E.P.A.M.L has approved of the Central Committee’s decision to hold a Council election at Dacca on October, 21, 22, & 23.
Identical
File 163-49 (Int.) Page 1688
In a Bengali intercepted letter dt. nil from Sk. Mujibar Rahman to Mosleh uddin Bhuiya. The writer informed the addressee that the annual general meeting of the Councillors of E.P.A.M.L. will be held at Dacca on 21,22,23 October 1955.
Identical
File 163-49 (Int.) Page 1691
In a Bengali intercepted letter dt. 3.10.55 from Sk. Mujibar Rahman General Secy. E.P.A.M.L. to Mosleh Uddin Bhuiya of Narshingdi, Dacca. The writer informed the addressee about the annual general meeting of the Councillors of East Pakistan A.M.L. will be held on 21, 22, 23 October 1955.
Identical
File 163-49 (Int.) Page 1697
In a Bengali intercepted letter dt. 3.10.55 from Sk. Mujibar Rahman General Secy. E.P.A.M.L. to Dewan Mohiuddin M.L.A. Bogra. He informed him that the general session of the E.P.A.M.L will be held on 21, 22, 23rd October 1955. He was requested by the writer to attend the same.
Identical
File No 163-49 (Int.) Page 1698
In an English intercepted letter dt. 15.10.55 from A.K. Mujibar Rahman, Secy. Dist. A.M.L. Bogra to the General Secy. (E.P.A.M.L) Sk. Mujibur Rahman. The writer informed the addressee about the proceeding of an emergent meeting of the Dist. Awami Muslim League, Bogra held on 18.10.55.
Identical
File No 163-49 (Int.) Page 1699
In an English intercepted letter dt. 13.10.55 from A.K. Mujibar Rahman Secy. Dist. A.M.L. to Sk. Mujibar Rahman M.L.A. M.C.A. 56 Simson Rd. Dacca. The writer informed the addressee that his Committee with Jonab Akbar Husain Akanda and he himself have been approved by the enquiry committee.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) Page No. 1707-1708.
In an English intercepted letter dt. 11.10.55 from S.K. Mujibar Rahman, Secy. East Pakistan Awami Muslim League to Sk. Abdul Aziz M.L.A. President Dist. A.M.L., Bagerhat, Khulna. The writer informed the addressee that a meeting of the Working Committee of the East Pakistan Awami Muslilm League will be held at 56 Simson Road, Dacca on 18.10.55 at 6 p.m.
Identical
F. No. 163-49 (Int.) Page No. 1867
In a Bengali intercepted letter dt. 4.6.56 from M.A. Masud Chowdhury, Asst. Secy. Dist. A.M.L Chittagong to Sk. Mujibar Rahman M.L.A. The writer informed the addressee that he could not attend the Council Conference due to his ill health. He also informed that a serious food crisis was prevailing over here. More than 50% men are any how servicing by taking one meal only. So the addressee was requested by the writer to come to the party side, Chittagong once.
Identical
File No.163-49 (Int.) Page 1961.
In an English intercepted letter dt. 2.11.56 from Sk. Mujibar Rahman, General Secy. E.P.A.M.L. to the Secy. Sub-Divisional A.M.L Munshiganj. The writer informed the addressee about the circular order No. 14 of the Awami Muslim League. He also informed to observe “Egypt Day” on 9th Nov. 1956 by the E.P Awami Muslim League.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) Page 2051
In an English intercepted letter dt. 25.8.57 from Tajuddin Ahmed, Secy. to Dacca Dist. A.M.L to Mosleuddin Bhuiya. The writer informed the addressee to attend the Conference which will be held on 11th & the 12th Sept. 1957 at Joydebpur. Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman & others (mentioned) will attend the Conference.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) Page 2055
In an English intercepted letter dt. nil from Mohammad Ullah, office Secy. E.P.A.L to Mr. Samsul Haque, Secy. Sub-divisional A.L. Munshiganj. The writer informed the addressee that Sk. Mujibar Rahman & other Chiefs of E.P.A.M.L (mentioned) will tour in E.P. according to this programme.
Identical
File 163-49 (Int.) Page 2074
In an English intercepted letter dt. 9.3.58 from Sk. Mujibar Rahman, Genl. Secy. E.P.A.L. The writer informed the addressee to note that in each district a committee would be formed styled as District Revenue Advisory Committee for the distributions of Khasmahal lands to landless peasants and also for determining the revenue policy of the Govt.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) Page 2076
In an English intercepted letter dated 26.3.58 from Md. Ullah for Sk. Mujibar Rahman, General Secy. E.P.A.M.L. to Mazhar Uddin Ahmed, member Working Committee E.P.A.L., Rangpur. The writer on behalf of Sk. Mujibar Rahman informed the addressee that the Working Committee meeting of the E.P.A.L. which was announced to be held on 27.3.58 has been shifted to 5.4.58 at 3 p.m. at 115, Shegun Bagicha, the residence of Sk. Mujibar Rahman where Mr. Suhrawardy will attend.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) Page 2093
In an English intercepted letter dt. nil from Akhtaruzzaman, General Secy. Jamalpur Sub-Divisional A.M.L. to Prasanna Kumer master of Pakhatali. P.S. Nalitabari, Dist. Mymensingh. He informed the addressee that the Jamalpur Sub- Divisional Awami League Council Convention will be held on 15th July 1958 where Sk. Mujibar Rahman & others (mentioned) are expected to attend the convention.
Identical
File No. 163-49 (Int.) Page 1859
In an English intercepted letter dt. 28.5.56 from Abdus Samad for Sk. Mujibar Rahman, Genl. Secy., East Pakistan Awami League to the Secy. Sub Divisional Awami League Habiganj. The writer on behalf of Sk. Mujibar Rahman informed the addressee that Sk. Mujibar Rahman will be the Secretary of E.P.A.L., Famine Resistance Committee with 17 members and Maulana Bhashani will be the President of the Committee.
Identical
130-47. P 558
M.G.C.A. 29 reports that a public meeting under the auspices of the E.P.M.S.L. will be held at Dacca on 12.2.53. Sk. Mujibar Rahman and others are likely to address the meeting.
Identical
130-47. P 582
A D.I.O. of Dacca D.I.B. reports on 22.3.53 that a meeting in connection with the ensuing East Pakistan Assembly Election was held at the residence of Mr. A.K. Fazlul Haq, at 27, K.M Dass Lane, Sutrapur, Dacca with himself in the Chair. Sk. Mujibar Rahman and others (mentioned) attended the same. The meeting bitterly criticized the M.L. Govt. and requested the members of different parties to unite together and contest the election against the M.L.
Identical
130-47 P.586
M.G.3 reports on 21.4.53 that Abul Mansur Ahmad and others (mentioned) visited Dacca on 19.4.53 and prepared the tour programme of Mr. Suhrawardy in consultation with Sk. Mujibar Rahman and others (mentioned).
Identical
130-47. P 742
M.G. 3 reports on 29.10.53 that according to Abul Mansur Ahmad (A.M.L.) a deputation consisting of Sk. Mujibar & others (mentioned) will wait upon the Governor of East Pakistan and apprise him of the alleged real practices of the M.L. govt. and will pray for the imposition of sec. 93 during the ensuing general election in the provinces.
Identical
130-47. P 755
A D.I.O of Dacca D.I.B reports on 25.11.53 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman and others (mentioned) attended the council meeting of the A.M.L held at Mymensingh on 14/15-11.53.
Identical
130-47. P 922
M.G. 23 reports on 24.2.55 that in pursuance of direction of Sk. Mujibar Rahman general Secy. E.P.A.M.L. one Saiyid Mahmudul Haq @ Benu visited Mymensingh town on 20.2.55 and met Rajab Ali Fakir (Y.L) & others named and informed the decision of the Central Committee E.P.A.M.L Dacca with regard to the observance of Shaheed Day.
Identical
47-48 P. 1199
B.A.C.A. 48 reports on 21.1.56 that a secret meeting of some of the leading members of the A.L., E.P.S.L., E.P.S.U, G.D., Y.L, and R.S.P was held at Awami League office Dacca on 14.1.56 with Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani in the chair. Sk. Mujibar Rahman and other (mentioned) attended it. The meeting discussed and decided that an All Parties Committee of Action should be formed to launch a vigorous movements against the passing of the undemocratic constitution for Pakistan. In the meantime a steering committee was formed with Maulana Bhashani as convener and Sk. Mujibar Rahman & others (named) as members.
Identical
47-48 P 1217.
B.A 24 reports on 4.6.56 that on 31.5.56 Kazi Ghulam Mahbub, Secy., Bakarganj, District A.L. received a letter from Sk. Mujibar Rahman. The writer informed the addressee that E.P.A.L has set up the E.P.A.L. Famine Resistance Committee with Maulana Bhashani & himself as President and Secy. respectively and requested him to form the Bakarganj District Branch of the said committee.
Identical
130-47 P-998
47-48 P.857
An agent of Bakarganj D.I.B reports on 13.10.53 that a rivalry is going on between Sk. Mujibar Rahman & Abdus Salam Khan, advocate due to alleged dictatory behavior of the former.
Identical
47-48 P 1024
S.W.R. of S.P. Bakarganj for week ending 30.9.54 reveals that on 19.9.54 a meeting of the M.F. members was held at the house of Aminul Haq Chaudhuri M.L.A at Barisal town. The meeting discussed and authorised Ghulam Mahboob Ghazi & others (mentioned) to contact other M.L.As and ascertain their views towards Ataur Rahman Khan who is likely to be called to form the ministry in the province. The meeting also resolved to request Ataur Rahman Khan to move the Govt. for the release of Sk. Mujibar Rahman.
Identical
47-48 P.1242.
B.A. 23 reports on 9.1.57 that according to Sk. Mujibar Rahman the E.P.A.L. Council meeting will be held on 7.2.57 at Kagmari, Mymensingh instead of Bogra.
Identical
47-48 P 1270.
B.A. 24 reports on 29.7.57 that a secret meeting of all the President Secretaries of the district and Sub-divisional Awami League in East Pakistan was held in the party office at Dacca on 26.7.57 with Abdur Rahshid Tarkabagish in the chair. The meeting discussed the political climate of the country and viewed the joining of some G.D & A.L. members to National Awami party as betrayal from the party and was considered it expedite to form a coalition cabinet in E.P. The meeting authorised Sk. Mujibar Rahman & others named to arrive at a final decision in consultation with Mr. Suhrawardy.
Identical
File 116/49 P. 989
A D.I.O of D.I.B., Dacca reports on 24.6.48 that Sk. Mujibar Rahman is the Vice President and others (named) as other office bearers of the Purba Pakistan Sutakal Mazdoor Union which has recently been formed. at the instance of the Youth League and the C.P.
Identical
File 258-38 P. 375 & 391
A. D.I.O of D.I.B. Dacca reports on 8.4.54 that a meeting (10000) of the workers of D.C Mills No. 2, C.R.C Mills & L.N.C Mills was held at the Football ground of Chittaranjan Cotton Mills P.S. Fatullah, Dacca on 8.4.54 with Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhasani in the chair. Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman M.L.A. & others (named) attended the meeting.
Identical
D.A 56 Stt. dt. 18.11.57 P. 135-136
The agent reports on 18.11.57 that Sk. Mujibar Rahman, General Secy., E.P.A.L has been trying to create disturbance in the proposed public meeting of the Muslim League on 22.11.57 at Paltan Maidan, Dacca. He (Sk. Mujibar Rahman) is further reported to be of opinion that any more infavour of separate electorate by the M.L. should be frustrated.
Identical
D.A. 56 Stt. dt. 5.12.57 P. 141
The agent reports on 5.12.57 that Mahmud Ali, General Secy. E.P.N.A.P. met Sk. Mujibar Rahman, General Secy. E.P.A.L. at the latter’s residence in Dacca on 4.12.57 and discussed the election issue. The former requested the latter to attend the meeting of the representatives of different political parties who support the joint electoral to be held on 5.12.57 night at 3/8, Johnson Road, Ramna, Dacca. Where upon Sk. Mujibar Rahman agreed to send A.L. representatives to attend the meeting.
Identical
D162 CA Stt. dt. 25.8.56 P- 71
The agent reports on 25.8.56 that Sk. Mujibar Rahman in consultation with Ataur Rahman Khan issued appeals to all units of the A.L. to observe province wide Protest Day on 27.8.56 by public meeting, procession, strike, etc. against the prorogation of the Assembly.
Identical
D162 CA Stt. dt. 5.9.56 P.77.
The agent reports on 5.9.56 that a meeting of the Working Committee of the E.P.A.L. was held at 56, Simpson Rd., Dacca on 4.9.56 with Maulana Bhashani in the chair. Sk. Mujibar Rahman and others attended the meeting. The meeting discussed the Police firing on the hunger marches and decided to observe Protest Day on 5.9.56 to record it indignation against the same.
Identical
D162 C.A. Stt. Dt. 16.8.56 P 70 & 68.
The agent reports on 16.8.56 that a Working Committee meeting of the A.L. was held at 56, Simpson Road, Dacca on 14.8.56 with Khairat Husain in the chair. Sk. Mujibar Rahman and others (mentioned) attended the meeting. The meeting discussed threadbare the sudden prorogation of the Assembly sitting on 13.8.56 and held the prorogation as illegal & unconstitutional and flagrant abuse of power by a ministry which lost confidence of the House and severely condemned it and urged upon the President of Pakistan to re-call the Governor of E.P. and meeting passed some resolutions on the above subject.
The agent further reports that a meeting of the A.L. Parliamentary party was held on 15.8.56 in the Assembly House. The meeting discussed and laid emphasis on the M.L.A. to see that the “Protest Day” on 27.8.56 was brought to a success. According to Sk. Mujibar Rahman the day will be observed according to the decision even by violating sec. 144 Cr. P.C. if promulgated.
Identical
D162 C.A. Stt. Dt. 23.6.56 P 54.
The agent reports on 23.6.56 that Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani is going to convene Peasant Conference at Kagmari, Mymensingh on 17th & 18th August 1955. Sk. Mujibar Rahman and others (mentioned) are expected to attend the Conference to make it a success.
Identical
D162 C.A. Stt.. Dt. 28.6.56 P. 55.
The agent reports on 28.6.56 that Sk. Mujibar Rahman informs the party workers that order u/s 144 Cr. Pc. is not lifted from the Dacca City and as such there will be no public meeting & procession on 8.7.56. The Day of observance of the “Food Demand Day” but the leaders of the A.L. will move out in the mufassil district for the purpose.
Identical
D162 C.A. Stt. Dt. 1.7.56 P. 57.
The agent reports on 1.7.56 that the E.P.A.L working committee meeting was held on 30.6.56 at 56 Simpson Road, Dacca, with Khairat Husain in the chair. Sk. Mujibar Rahman & others (mentioned) were prominent amongst other who attended the meeting. Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy vehemently criticised the role of Abu Husain Sarkar.
Identical
D162 C.A. Stt. Dt. 4.6.56 P. 48.
The agent reports on 4.6.56 that Sk. Mujibar Rahman and other (mentioned) at the re-installation of the Sarkar Ministry in East Pakistan and now they will try to bring pressure to bear upon the Ministry to convene a short session of the Assembly to discuss food & other problems.
Identical
D162 C.A. Stt. dt. 10.6.56 P. 49.
The agent reports on 10.6.56 that Sk. Mujibar Rahman and others (mention) propose to visit Jessore & other district for party work.
Identical
D162 C.A. Stt. Dt. 20.6.56 P 51.
The agent reports on 20.6.56 that a meeting of the A.L. Famine Resistance Committee was held on 11.6.56 afternoon at 56 Simpson Road, Dacca. Sk. Mujibar Rahman and other (mentioned) amongst those who attended the same were prominent. The meeting co-opted a few members in the Committee and expressed grave concern at the present nice position. It decided to observe “Food Demand Day” throughout the province on 8.7.56.
Identical
D162 C.A. Stt. Dt. 26.7.56 P. 63
The agent reports on 26.7.56 that according to Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani, Sk. Mujibar Rahman and others (mentioned) have started making efforts to mobilize opinion of the M.L.As. & other parties in favour of the A.R. So that no confidence motion can be brought against the Sarkar Ministry in the next ensuing session.
Identical
D162 C.A. Stt. Dt. 7.8.56 P. 65.
The agent reports on 7.8.56 that according to Sk. Mujibar Rahman a closed door meeting of the A.L. under the presidency of Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy will be held on 8.8.56 at 56, Simpson Rd., Dacca to decide the agenda to be placed before the parliamentary party meeting on 11.8.56. The agent further reports that, Sk. Mujibar Rahman & others are making brisk preparation to table no confidence motion in the floor of the Assembly in dealing with the food problems etc. Sk. Mujibar Rahman & other also rasped on the same time.
Identical
D162 C.A. Stt. Dt. 3.7.56 P. 56
The agent reports on 3.7.56 that a secret meeting of the A.L. was held at its office at 56, Simpson Road on 30.7.56. Sk. Mujibar Rahman & others (mentioned) attended. The meeting discussed the advisability of breaking sec. 144 Cr.P.C. enforced in the Dacca city but no final decision. was arrived at. According to Sk. Mujibar Rahman the leaders of the A.L. are seriously trying for permission to hold meeting & taking out procession on 8.7.56 in connection with observing of “Food Demand Day”.
Identical
D162 C.A. Stt. Dt. 6.7.56 P. 60
The agent reports on 6.7.56 that in connection with the observance of the “Food Demand Day” Sk. Mujibar Rahman & others have decided to contact Mr. Suhrawardy over phone for necessary instruction in matter. The agent further reports on 7.7.56 that the local A.L. leaders including Sk. Mujibar Rahman have been advised by Mr. Suhrawardy not to hold public meeting & take out procession on 8.7.56 in view of the promulgation of 144 Cr. P.C.
Identical
D155 C.A. Stt. dt. 3.10.55 P. 21
The agent reports on 3.10.55 that a meeting of the East Pakistan. Students League was held on 3.10.55 opening at its office at 157, Nawabpur Road, Dacca with Abdul Momin Talukdar in the chair. The meeting discussed the organizational matters. Besides Abdul Awal the General Secy. of the organization send out a letter of Sk. Mujibar Rahman addressed to him (Abdul Awal) from Karachi in which the writer requests the addressee to mobilise public opinion in favour Awami Muslim League, so that the party can sweep in the next general election.
Identical
D155 C.A. Stt. Dt. 24.8.56 P. 65
The agent reports on 24.8.56 that a meeting of the Dacca City Branch of the East Pak. Student League was held on 24.8.56 at 157, Nawabpur Road, Dacca. The meeting discussed and decided to observe “Protest Day” on 27.8.56, as directed by Sk. Mujibar Rahman & other (mentioned) against the prorogation of the E.P. Assembly.
Identical
D156 C.A. Stt. Dt. 28.5.57 P.155
The agent reports on 28.5.57 that on 26.5.57 night a secret meeting of the followers of the Adamji Jute Mills Mazdoor Union, Fazlul Qadir Chaudhuri was held with Saiyid Mujibul Haq in the chair. The meeting discussed the organizational matters and also the “Labour Truce” made on the initiative of Sk. Mujibar Rahman, the then Minister in charge of C.L&l Dept. E.P.
Identical
D153 C.A. Stt. Dt. 9.4.55 P. 19
The agent reports on 9.4.55 that a meeting of the N.ganj Sub- divisional Awami Muslim League Organizing Committee will be held on 10.4.55 at N.ganj. The source further reports the Awami Muslim League Narsingdi branch will observe “Protest Day” on 15.4.55 to demand the withdrawal of section 92A from E.P & have from Maulana Bhashani as directed by Sk. Mujibar Rahman.
Identical
D153 C.A. Stt. Dt. 10.12.55 P. 64
The agent reports on 10.12.55 that a public meeting under the joint auspices of the Narayanganj City & Sub-divisional Awami League will be held on 16.12.55 at Eddgah Maidan, N. ganj. The meeting will be addressed by Sk. Mujibar Rahman & others.
Identical
D 153 C.A. Stt. Dt.9.3.56 P. 74 & 72
The agent reports on 9.3.56 that a public meeting of the Awami League will be held on 14.3.56 at Char Subudhibazar P.S. Raipura, Dacca. Sk. Mujibar Rahman & others (mentioned) will address the meeting. The agent also produces a printed leaflet on the same date which announces that the above mentioned meeting will be addressed by Biplobi Neta (revolutionary leader) Sk. Mujibar Rahman.
Identical
D153 C.A. Stt. Dt. 8.5.56. P. 83
The agent reports on 8.5.56 that Sk. Mujibar Rahman directed Afsaruddin Sarkar & others (mention) of N. Ganj Sub-divisional Awami League to organize “Hungry Procession” at Narsingdi & other places as a mark of sympathy towards the Hunger Strike resorted to by Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani.
Identical
D153 C.A. Stt. Dt. 19.5.56 P. 87
The agent reports on 19.5.56 that the special Conference of the Councillors of the E.P. Awami League was held on 19.5.56 forenoon at Rupmahal Cinema Hall, Dacca with Mr. Ataur Rahman Khan in the chair. Sk. Mujibar Rahman & others (mentioned) addressed the conference which was then adjourned till 20.5.56.
Identical
The same source again reports on 21.5.56 that the adjourned conference of the East Pak. Awami League Councillors was held on 20.5.56. Sk. Mujibar Rahman & others (mentioned) attended it. The conference discussed the organizational matter, political situation of the country & food crisis etc. The conference also decided to form a “DUR BHIKHYA PROTIRODH Committee”.
Identical
D153 C.A. Dt. 20.8.56 P. 101
The agent reports on 20.8.56 that Sk. Mujibar Rahman, General Secy. of the E.P.A.L issued directives to all branches of the party to observe “Protest Day” on 27.8.56 by holding public meeting, taking out procession etc. as a mark of protest against the prorogation of the Assembly.
Identical
D162 C.A. Stt. Dt. 18.3.56 P. 8
The agent reports on 18.3.56 that a Working Committee meeting of the A.L. was held at its office at 56, Simpson Road, Dacca on 15.3.56 evening with Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani in the chair. Sk. Mujibar Rohman & others (mentioned) attended it. The meeting discussed various subjects relating to party, political situation of the country and their participation in observance of Republic Day on 23.3.56 and decided to stay away completely from the observance of the “Day” as the constitution passed was Islamic & undemocratic.
Identical
D162 C.A. Stt. Dt. 6.5.56 P. 24.
The agent reports on 6.5.56 that an emergent meeting of the A.L. was held on 5.5.56 at 56, Simpson Road. The meeting after protracted discussion passed resolutions inter alia expressing their concern on hunger strike of Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani and requesting Sk. Mujibar Rahman and other (mentioned) to proceed to Kagmari and to persuade Maulana Bhashani to break the hunger strike. By another resolution the meeting called upon Sk. Mujibar Rahman to issue statement directing the workers of the party to hold public meetings and stage hunger March as a protest against the failure of the Govt. in solving the food problem.
Identical
D162 C.A. Stt. Dt. 7.5.56 P 27.
The agent reports on 7.5.56 that Sk. Mujibar Rahman maintained that the A.L. would not join the newly formed Republican Party. He also
reiterated that the A.L. has no intention to join the Coalition form of Govt. in East Pakistan if formed.
Identical
D162 C.A. Stt. Dt. 9.5.56 P. 29.
The agent reports on 9.5.56 that a meeting of the A.L. was held at its office at 56 Simpson Road, Kotwali, Dacca on 8.5.56 after evening with Sk. Mujibar Rahman in the chair. The meeting discussed the Hunger strike resorted to by Maulana Bhashani and directed Sk. Mujibar Rahman to issue directives to the City A.L. and all students organization to move round main thoroughfares of the town for three days from 9.5.56 by squads and usual slogan to demonstrate to the general public the affairs of Maulana Bhashani’s hunger strike.
Identical
D162 C.A. Stt. Dt. 15.5.56 P. 34.
The agent reports on 15.5.56 that Sk. Mujibar Rahman issued directives to all units of the A.L. to observe peacefully the “Food Demand Day” on 25.5.56 as a protest against the failure of the Govt. to tackle the food problem.
Identical
D162 C.A. Stt. Dt. 19.5.56 P. 36.
The agent reports on 19.5.56 that the Working Committee meeting of the E.P.A.L was held on 18.5.56 and 19.5.56 at 56 Simpson Road, Dacca. The 1st day’s session was presided over Ataur Rahman Khan which the 2nd day’s meeting by Abul Mansur, Sk. Mujibar Rahman and other (mentioned) attended the meeting. The meeting discussed and decided that the workers should work hard for the implementation of 21 point programme. It was also decided to form a committee known as A.L. Famine Resistance Committee. At this Wali Ahad suggested the formation of the Committee on a All Party Basis, but question remained indecisive and lastly it was decided to be referred to the council session of the A.L. for solution.
Identical
D162 C.A. Stt. Dt. 20.5.56 P. 40-41.
The agent reports on 20.5.56 that the council sessions of the A.L. were held on 19.5.56 & 20.5.56 at Rup Mahal Cinema Hall, Dacca. Sk. Mujibar Rahman and other (mentioned) were prominent amongst those who attended the sessions. The dispute over the formation of Famine Resistance Committee was discussed and the suggestion of Sk. Mujibar Rahman was carried over and was decided that a committee called the A.L. Famine Resistance Committee should be formed. Besides, the food position of the country, political climate and other various matters were discussed in the session and numbers of resolutions were passed.
Identical
D162 C.A. Stt. Dt. 21.5.56 P. 42.
The agent reports on 21.5.56 that according to Sk. Mujibar Rahman the programme of the ‘Food Demand Day’ on 25.5.56 throughout the province includes leafleteering, posterings, processions and meeting. The party (A.L.) at present does not like to call any “Hartal” on the Day.
Identical
D162 C.A. Stt. Dt. 27.5.56 P. 46-45.
The agent reports on 27.5.56 that a Working Committee meeting of the E.P.A.L was held on 24.5.56 at 56, Simpson Road, Dacca with Ataur Rahman Khan in the chair. Sk. Mujibar Rahman and other (mentioned) attended it. The meeting after discussion declared that A.L. formed a majority party amongst the M.L.A. and said that the Sarkar Ministry came to an end for having failed to form the majority. The agent further reports that at a meeting of the A.L. held on 25.5.56 at 56, Simpson Road, Dacca. Awami League Famine Resistance Committee was formed. Sk. Mujibar Rahman was elected as Secy. of the committee & other (mentioned) as other office bearers.
Identical
D.A. 53 dated 7.5.54 P 249
The agent reports on 7.5.54 that a section of members of the E.P.A.M.L. including Sk. Mujibar Rahman, Genl. Secy. E.P.A.M.L. and the Communist Party took active part in exciting the members of the public against the present administration and against the Police and Jail authorities in particular following the firing incident of Chowkbazar, Dacca on 6.5.54 evening.
Identical
DA. 53 dated 18.5.55 P. 338 (Stt.)
The agent reports on 18.5.56 that according Mir Husain (C.P.) D.O.C. Dacca has issued directives to its workers & supporters to join E.P.A.M.L. and support Md. Toha for the post of the General Secretaryship of the E.P.A.M.L. in place of Sk. Mujibar Rahman who is considered to reactionary by the D.O.C.
Identical
D.A. 53 dated 27.3.56 P. 387 (Stt.)
The agent reports on 27.3.56 that the top ranking members of the E.P.A.L. is divided into two groups, majority believe in the policy of Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhasani and only a few members including Sk. Mujibor Rahman like the policy of Mr. Suhrawardy.
Identical
D.A. 53 dated 20.5.56 P. 404 (Stt.)
The agent reports on 20.5.56 that Sk. Mujibor Rahman General Secy., E.P.A.L, M.P/M.L.A. stated that the proposed ‘Food Demand Day’ scheduled to be observed on 25.5.56 would be observed on subsequent date as the Ms.L.A. of the Mufassil Districts would remain busy at Dacca during the session of the East Pakistan Assembly.
Identical
D.A. 53 dated 30.6.56 P. 407 (Stt.)
The agent reports on 30.6.56 that the E.P.A.L. will observe ‘Food Demand Day’ on 8.7.56 throughout the province by General Strike, meetings and processions. In Dacca there will be no meeting, strike & procession if orders u/s 144 Cr. P.C. remain in force. According to Sk. Mujibor Rahman M.P/M.L.A. a scheme for solution of food problems in East Pakistan is under preparation of the A.L. for submission to the Govt. for taking effecting steps in accordance with the scheme. The scheme will be submitted within 2/3 days. If the Govt. does not take any step according to the scheme by 8.7.56 the E.P.A.L may launch province wide ‘Satyagraha’ on demand of immediate solution of food problems of the country.
Identical
P.A. 25 dated 17.10.53 P. 61-60 (Stt.)
The agent reports on 17.10.53 that a discussion of the E.P.A.M.L. was held on 17.10.53 at the party office at 18, Karkunbari Lane, Dacca attended by Sk. Mujibur Rahman and others (named) and it was decided the date of the Council meeting of the E.P.A.M.L. be changed to 13th & 14th or 14th & 15th November/1953 as directed by Mr. Suhrawardy to fix the same after 12.11.53.
Identical
The agent for the reports on the same date that Abdus Salam Khan and other (named) and their groups are again very much busy to mobilize opinion with a view to bring no confidence motion Sk. Mujibor Rahman in the next Council meeting to be held at Mymensingh. These groups were all along against the election of Sk. Mujibor Rahman as Secretary.
Identical
P.A. 25 P 62 & 63 & 64
D.I.O. of D.I.B Dacca reports 13.11.53 that a section of the E.P.A.M.L. members does not like Sk. Majibar Rahman Genl. Secy. of the organisation for his dictatorial talk. Abdus Salam Khan and other are trying to mobilize the opinion against Sk. Mujibor Rahman for bringing a no-confidence motion against him during the session of the E.P.A.M.L. to be held on 14th & 15th Nov/1953.
Identical
P.A. 25 P. 66 & 67
A D.I.O. of D.I.B. Dacca reports on 3.12.53 that Sk. Mujibor Rahman visited Mymensingh on 18.10.53 to see arrangements and preparation of the Council meeting of the E.P.A.M.L. to be held there.
Identical
P.A. 25 dated 25.11.53 P 69
The agent reports on 25.11.53 that according to Sk. Mujibor Rahman (Genl. Secy. E.P.A.M.L.), Mr. Fazlul Haq expressed his desire to be the Chairman of the Parliamentary Board formed on the basis of the United Front of all leftist organisations to contest the election.
Identical
File 115/47 P 900 (Stt.)
R.P.C.A. 47 reports on 9.2.55 that in course of conversation at Rangpur, Yar Mohd. Khan added that Sk. Mujibor Rahman, Secy., Provincial A.M.L. had gone to Karachi and returned to Dacca about a week ago. Sk. Mujibor Rahman had private discussion with Hon’ble Mr. Suhrawardy leader of the A.M.L. and Minister of Law in Central Cabinet. Mr. Suhrawardy directed Sk. Mujibor Rahman to remove Mr. A.K. Fazlul Haq Ex-Premier of E.B from the leadership of the United Front as he was solely responsible for the promulgation of Sec 92-A on the basis of his anti-statements in West Bengal, Mujibor Rahman accordingly, in consultation with the leading members and Ms.L.A. of the party started to collect the signatures of Ms.L.A. to bring a no-confidence motion against Mr. Fazlul Haq and Yar Mohd. Khan was entrusted by him (Sk. Mujibor Rahman) to collect the signatures from Rangpur, Bogra side.
Identical
File 115/47 P 904 (Stt.)
R.P. 18 reports on 31.5.55 that Nirmalendu Barman Asstt. Secy., North Bengal Kshatriya Samiti, Rangpur and Genl. Secy., E.B.S.C.F, Dacca went to Dacca on 22.3.55 and met there Sk. Mujibor Rahman M.L.A. Genl. Secy., Provincial A.M.L. and others (named) and discussed with them about the migration of the minority community specially of the scheduled caste people and requested them to find ways and means to stop it. Sk. Mujibor Rahman promised to issue a circular to all units of the A.M.L. to propagate amongst the minority not to migrate.
Identical
File 115/47 P 951 (Stt.)
R.P. 24 reports on 12.10.55 that a meeting of the A.M.L. delegates who attended the North Bengal A.M.L. workers conference at Jaipurhat, Bogra was held on 9.10.55 at Jaipurhat Madrasa. Sk. Mujibur Rahman Secy., E.P.AM.L. & others (named) attended the meeting. The meeting discussed the abolition of the Zamindary System without compensation, Abrogation of Pak-U.S.A. Military Aid Pact, Curtailment of the High Official’s Pay and enhancement of the pay of low paid employees, Provincial Autonomy etc.
Identical
File 115/47 P 963 (Stt.)
R.P. 20 reports on 4.4.56 that according to Yunus Ali Lohani a meeting of the new Working Committee of the E.P.Y.L. was held on 30.3.56 at Dacca. The recent formation of the Democratic Youth League30 by the Awami League at the initiative of Shaikh Mujibor
…………………………………………………………
30. Democratic Youth League – After the 1947 partition, Mohammad Ali Jinnah became the virtual overlord of Pakistan. Among the two newly created provinces, the rulers of West Pakistan started discrimination against East Pakistan on a variety of issues including language. This gave rise to the Language Movement. Right after the birth of Pakistan in 1947, some political activists gathered in Sirajuddoula Hotel in Kolkata to discuss the future of East Pakistan. That meeting resolved to form a non-communal political movement and organization in Pakistan. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was present in that meeting. In an activists’ conference held on 6 and 7 September, 1947 in Dhaka, the Democratic Youth League was formed. Peoples Freedom League and Tamaddun Majlish were also launched movement for the demand of Bengali as one of the State Language of Pakistan.
…………………………………………………………
Rahman Genl. Secy., Awami League was discussed. The main object of the D.Y.L. is to counteract the activities of the Y.L. which is termed as communist organisation.
Identical
File 1/55 P. 64
W.C.R of D.I.B. Dacca for the week ending 25.2.55 reveals that Sk. Mujibor Rahman M.L.A. Genl. Secy., E.P.A.M.L. visited Azimpura Graveyard on 21.2.55 in bare foot and offered prayers for them who died in connection with Language Movement in February 21, 1952.
Identical
File 1/55 P 75
W.C.R of D.I.B. Dacca for the week ending 12.3.55 reveals that Mr. Sk. Mujibor Rahman and others (named) supplied two tins of Nabisco Biscuits to Abdul Momin Talukdar and other students at Dacca Central Jail on 5.3.55.
Identical
File 1/55 P 84
W.C.R of D.I.B. Dacca for the week ending 26.3.55 reveals that Mr. Sk. Mujibor Rahman and others (named) received Abdul Momin Talukdar & others on their arrival at Dacca R/S on 23.3.55 after release from Mymensingh Jail.
Sk. Mujibor Rahman also accorded a reception to the released students who were arrested in connection with the observance of ‘Shahid Day’ in Feb, 1955. On 24.3.55 at 56, Simpson Rd., Dacca. Sk. Mujibor Rahman delivered a short speech at occasion saying that this demands for acceptance of Bengali as one of the State Languages of Pakistan could not be thrown out.
Identical
File 1/55 P 100
W.C.R of D.I.B. Dacca for the week ending 9.4.55 reveals that Sk. Mujibor Rahman M.L.A. who was an accused in Dacca Central Jail gate case (Lalbag P.S. case no. 19 dated 7.5.54 u/s 147/447/427/326/332/353/109 P.P.C.) was acquitted on 6.4.55. Later Mr. Ataur Rahman & others met Sk. Mujibor Rahman in tea party at 56, Simpson Rd., Dacca & congratulated him on his acquittal.
Identical
File 1/55 P 113 & 114
W.C.R of D.I.B. Dacca for the week ending 16.4.55 reveals that a public meeting (12000) of the Awami Muslim League was held on 15.4.55 at Paltan Maidan, Dacca with Ataur Rahman Khan in the chair. Sk. Mujibor Rahman and others (named) addressed the meeting. Sk. Mujibor Rahman in course of his speech bitterly criticised Mr. A.K. Fazlul Haq and referred among other things, in this connection to his nomination for election to some persons who were connected with the Muslim League, inclusion of Saiyid Azizul Haq in the cabinet, his statement in Karachi after being elected as leader of the United Front, his statement that Moulana Bhasani indulged in subversive activities and his irrelevant talks in Calcutta for which Sec. 92-A was imposed in the province etc.
Identical
File 1/55 P 124
W.C.R of D.I.B. Dacca for the week ending 23.4.55 reveals that Sk. Mujibor Rahman & others (named) properly garlanded the Hon’ble Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy on his arrival at the Tezgaon Airport on 19.4.55.
It further reveals that a meeting of the E.P.A.M.L. (Ataur Rahman’s group) workers was held at Bar Library Hall, Dacca on 20.4.55. Sk. Mujibur Rahman in course of his address eulogised the Hon’ble Mr. Suhrawardy for his able leadership and sound statesmanship and urged upon him to establish democracy in Pakistan, release of security prisoners and to bring Maulana Bhasani back to country etc.
Identical
File 1/55 P 130
W.C.R of D.I.B. Dacca for the week ending 30.4.55 reveals that Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhasani arrived at the Dacca Airport on 25.5.55 from Calcutta accompanied by Sk. Mujibor Rhaman and others (named).
Identical
File 1/55 P 155
W.C.R of D.I.B. Dacca for the week ending 11.6.55 reveals that on 9.6.55 at about 13.00 hrs. security prisoners mainly Bijay Bhusan Chatarji M.L.A., Prosen Kanti Ray M.L.A, Dewan Mahboob Ali M.L.A, Mahmud Ali M.L.A. & Khaja Ahmad M.L.A. were released from Dacca Central Jail. Sk. Mujibor Rahman M.L.A. & others (named) went to Dacca Jail gate to receive them.
Identical
File 1/55 P 164 & 166-67
W.C.R of D.I.B. Dacca for the week ending 18.6.55 reveals that a meeting of the Dacca City Workers Awami Muslim League was held on 12.6.55 at 56, Simpson Road, Dacca with Yar Mohd. Khan in the chair. Sk. Mujibar Rahman & others (named) addressed the meeting and stated that the United Front Ministry of East Pakistan did not represent the United Front. Mr. A.K. Fazlul Haq was accused of having unholy alliance with the Muslim League. The workers were urged to make extensive propaganda demanding release demanding release of Political of Political prisoners, acceptance of Bengali as one of the State Languages, implementation of 21 point programme etc.
It further reveals that Sk. Mujibar Rahman addressed a public meeting (14000) held at Paltan Maidan, Dacca on 17.6.55 which was presided over by Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhasani. In course of speech Sk. Mujibar Rahman expressed satisfaction at the lifting of 92-A rule and also demanded release of political prisoners, acceptance of Bengali as one of the State Languages, declaration of 21st February as Govt. holiday, etc.
It further reveals that one Abdul Aziz Genl. Secy. Dacca City Student Association lodged a written complaint at Lalbag P.S. on 17.6.55 night alleging that while he was sitting near the dais and listening to the speech of Hon’ble Mr. Suhrawardy at Paltan Maidan, Dacca on the same day evening, Abdul Wadud an A.L. worker asked for his camera to take snap of Mr. Suhrawardy. On his refusal Abdul Wadud abused him & assaulted him with fist & blows. The complainant asked for help from Sk. Mujibur Rahman who in return order further assault on him.
Identical
File 1/55 P 185
W.C.R of D.I.B. Dacca for the week ending 2.7.55 reveals that a joint meeting of the Awami Muslim League Parliamentary Party, member of the Working Committee and the Presidents & Secretaries of the different district units of the organisation was held on 22.6.55 at Dacca with Ataur Rahman Khan in the chair. Sk. Mujibor Rahman was elected as Secretary of the Awami League Parliamentary Party & other (named) as other office bearers.
Identical
File 1/55 P 209
W.C.R of D.I.B. Dacca for the week ending 23.7.55 reveals that a meeting of the E.P.A.M.L was held on 18.7.55 at 56, Simpson Rd, Dacca with Ataur Rahman Khan in the chair. Sk. Mujibor Rahman & another addressed the meeting apprising the audience that the A.M.L. Party is strong in the Assembly and that they will not co-operate with any other group unless it is sure that later will accept the demands of the A.M.L.
Identical
File P 1/55 P 221&222
W.C.R of D.I.B. Dacca for the week ending 30.7.55 reveals that a public meeting (10000) under the auspices of the E.P.A.M.L. was held on 22.7.55 at Paltan Maidan, Dacca with Mr. Ataur Rahman Khan in the chair. Sk. Mujibar Rahman and other (named) addressed the meeting. Sk. Mujibar Rahman in course of his speech bitterly criticised the Sarkar Ministry for not releasing all the security prisoners and demanded their immediate release and also withdrawal of warrant of arrest pending against some political workers etc.
Identical
File 1/55 P 241
W.C.R of D.I.B. Dacca for the week ending 20.8.55 reveals that Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy arrived at Tezgaon Airport on 19.8.55 by plane from Karachi and was received and garlanded by Sk. Mujibor Rahman & others (named).
Identical
File P 1/55 P 247, 248 & 249
W.C.R of D.I.B. Dacca for the week ending 20.8.55 reveals that a public meeting (12000) under the auspices of E.P.A.M.L. was held on 19.8.55 at Paltan Maidan, Dacca with Saiyid Akbor Ali in the chair. Sk. Mujibar Rahman and others (named) addressed the meeting. Sk. Mujibar Rahman in course of his speech stated that Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy joined Md. Ali Cabinet to safe guard the interest of this Province and to frame a Democratic Constitution of the Country but as soon as he found that it was not possible for him he came out of the Cabinet. He explained the circumstances under which the Awami League referred to form coalition with the Muslim League. He said that Awami League had demanded parity in condition that it should be in all respect referring to the unification of West Pakistan.
He demanded that Karachi should not be included in the one unit. He criticised the U.F. Ministers in East Bengal for not releasing as yet 250 security prisoners in implementation of the 21 point programme. He reiterated the demands of the A.M.L. namely full provincial autonomy Bengali as one of the State Languages, Joint electorate system and release of the security prisoners and declared that the A.M.L. would have no comprise with any party unless these are conceded to.
Identical
File 1/55 P 258
W.C.R of D.I.B. Dacca for the week ending 27.8.55 reveals that on 21.8.55 Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy M.C.A. visited the different relief centers at Dacca and Narayanganj being accompanied by Sk. Mujibar Rahman MCA and two Americans said to the constitutional advisers to the Pak. Govt. Mr. Suhrawardy distributed cloth and breads among some of the flood victims.
Identical
File 1/55 P 293 & 294
W.C.R of D.I.B. Dacca for the week ending 17.9.55 reveals that a public meeting (10000) under the auspices of the E.P.A.M.L. and in observance of ‘Constitution Day’ was held on 16.9.55 at Paltan Maidan, Dacca with Sk. Mujibor Rahman M.C.A/M.L.A. (A.M.L) in the chair. Sk. Mujibor Rahman in course of his speech bitterly criticised the Govt. Party Ms.C.A. specially Messers Khuro & Hamidul Haq Chaudhuri for the support to the one unit bill. He declared that Karachi would never be allowed to be included in West Pakistan unit and if necessary all the twelve Ms.C.A. of the A.M.L. would go to jail on this issue. He urged upon the audience to send telegrams in thousands to Mr. A.K. Fazlul Haq warning him that if he allowed Karachi to be included in West Pakistan Unit he would not be allowed to return to East Bengal. He criticised the Govt. Policy is not recruiting the Bengalees in the Army and establishing Army and Navy Head Quarters all in West Pakistan. He demanded parity in all respects. He also criticised K.K. Dutta and others (named) for voting in favour of the retention of Sec. 92-A, expanding the East Bengal Cabinet with so many Ministers and for not yet publishing the names of A.M.L. members for the all Party Flood Relief Committee, for not releasing all the political prisoners and withdrawing internment orders etc. issued against some of the Ex-Security prisoners etc.
Identical
File 1/55 P 333
W.C.R of D.I.B. Dacca for the week ending 15.10.55 reveals that Maulana Abudul Hamid Khan Bhasani arrived at Dacca on 14.10.55 from Mymensingh side. He was received at the Rly. Station by about 25 persons including Sk. Mujibor Rahman and others (named).
Identical
File 1/55 P 364, 365 & 366
W.C.R of D.I.B. Dacca for week ending 22.10.55 reveals that the three day council meeting (500/600) of the E.P.A.M.L. commenced in Dacca on 21.10.55 with Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhasani in the chair. Sk. Mujibor Rahman and others (named) delivered speeches in the meeting. Sk. Mujibor Rahman M.C.A. Genl. Secy. of the E.P.A.M.L. read out his Annual Report in Bengali from a printed leaflet. He also discussed the various aspects of the policies of the Govt. in his report which include foreign policy, abolition of Zemindar System, Labour, Industrial and Educational Policy etc. and held the opinion that no effective measures could yet be taken by the Govt. in this regard. Referring to the proposed changing of the nomenclature of the A.M.L., he said that for the greater interest of the country and the people as well. The organisation should be made non-communal.
Identical
File 1/55 P 379 & 381
W.C.R of D.I.B. Dacca for the week ending 29.10.55 reveals that the Annual Council meeting (700) of the A.M.L. was held at the Rup Mahal Cinema Hall, Dacca on 23.10.55 with Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhasani in the Chair. The meeting discussed organisational matters of the party. In the meeting Sk. Mujibor Rahman was elected as General Secy, and others (named) as other office bearers of the organisation for the year 1955-56.
It further reveals that a public meeting (16000) under the auspices of the E.P.A.M.L. was held on 23.10.55 at Paltan Maidan, Dacca with Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhasani in the chair. In the meeting Sk. Mujbor Rahman announced that the Council meeting of the A.M.L. had decided to make the organisation in non-communal one and urged the audience to join it.
Identical
File 1/55 P 419 & 420
W.C.R of D.I.B. Dacca for the week ending 19.11.55 reveals that a public meeting (10000) under the auspices of the Awami League was held at Paltan Maidan, Dacca on 17.11.55 with Sk. Mujibor Rahman in the chair. Sk. Mujibor Rahman in course of his speech alleged that some Ms.L.A. were granted permits to deal in rice released from the Govt. Godowns and demanded immediate publication of the name of the permit holders. He accused the Hon’ble Mr. A.K. Fazlul Haq of being associated with famine of 1943. He further said that the Hon’ble Mr. Abu Husain Sarkar was opposed to Pakistan issue up to 1947 but he has now become the Chief Minister being favoured by the Muslim League. He also wanted to know if the present food crisis was a conspiracy to divert the people’s attention from the alleged betrayal of East Bengal’s cause being perpetrated in the Pak. Consembly. He also said that the A.L. would take a bold stand to save people from starvation even on the face of bullets and the famine of 1943 shall not be allowed to be repeated.
After the meeting was over a procession (1500) of the Awami Leaguers came out from Paltan Maidan, Dacca under the leadership of Sk. Mujibor Rahman M.C.A. and another (named) and passed through Nawabpur Rd., Johnson Rd., Patuatully, Islampur Road, Mitford Rd., Chowk Circular Rd., Jail Rd., Abul Hasnath Rd. and Bangshal Road and terminated at the crossing of Bhangshal Road & Nawabpur Road when the number of the processionists came down to about 200. They carried placards with writings in Bengali ‘Mrityu Mukhi Janatake Bachao’ ‘Najya Mulleye Khadya Chai’ ‘Khadya Samashyar Samadhan Chai’ ‘Nai Gadi Charo’ ‘Chora Karbarir Shasti Chai’. They shouted the above slogans while on move.
Identical
File 1/55 P 442
W.C.R of D.I.B. Dacca for the week ending 3.12.55 reveals that on 2.12.55 Messers Khan Abdul Gaffar Khan, H.S. Suhrawardy, Miyan Iftikharuddin, Pir of Mankisharif31, Mahmudul Haq Usman, Sk. Mujibor Rahman & others (named) arrived at Tezgaon Airport by P.I.A. from Karachi. They were received at the Airport by Korban Ali & others (named).
Identical
File 1/55 P 450
W.C.R. of D.I.B. Dacca for the week ending 10.12.55 reveals that on 8.12.55 Messers H.S. Suhrawardy, Sk. Mujibor Rahman, Khan Abdul Gaffar Khan accompanied by other West Pakistan leaders now on tour in East Bengal left Dacca by train for Chittagong.
Identical
File 1/55 P 453
W.C.R of D.I.B. Dacca for the week ending 10.12.55 reveals that a public meeting (15000) under the auspices of the E.P.A.L was held on 8.12.55 at Paltan Maidan, Dacca with Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani in the chair. The meeting was attended by a member of West Pakistan Awami League leaders besides local Awami Leaguers. At the outset Sk. Mujibor Rahman introduced West Pakistan leader to the audience.
Identical
…………………………………………………………
31. Pir of Manki Sharif (1922 – 1960) – Amin-ul-Hasanat, son of Pir Abdul Rauf better known as the Pir of Manki Sharif, was a progressive Islamic religious leader in the North-West Frontier Province (NWFP) of India (after 1947, Pakistan) during the mid-twentieth century. He joined Muslim League in 1945. He played a significant role to include NWFP in Pakistan.
……………………………………………………….
File 1/55 P 470 & 471
W.C.R of D.I.B Dacca for the week ending 17.12.55 reveals that a public meeting (10000) under the auspices of the Narayanganj city AL and Youth League was held at Eidgah Maidan, Chasara, Narayanganj on 16.12.55 with Mr. Ataur Rahman Khan M.L.A. in the chair. Sk. Mujibor Rahman & others (named) addressed the meeting. Sk. Mujibor Rahman in course of his speech said that the privileged class of people are now getting privileges while the poor class is becoming poorer. The man who was a ‘Major’ the other day has now become the G.G. He alleged that the rioting at the Adamjee Jute Mills was the outcome of a conspiracy by the Central Govt. as a result of which 700 workers of the Mills lost their lives and the Awami Leaguers of the Province were made arrested and put to jail, where some became victims of serious diseases including T.B. He further said that the present Ministry in East Bengal has not yet fulfilled demands of the people by implementing the 21 point programme. Referring to the recent strike by the Police Constables he said that the Govt. utterly failed in getting timely information regarding the strike and take timely action over it. He criticised the rice distribution policy of the Govt. He condemned the arrest of the Awami Leaguers in connection with the Police Strike and demanded their immediate release and withdrawal of pending warrants of arrests against their party men. He added that if Mr. Abu Husain Sarkar fails to release them within a month they would not allow him to pass his days peacefully. If necessary they would go to jail in a body. He also advocated for joint electorate system and advised the audience to be ready for Zehad for introduction of joint electorate system.
File 1/56 P-45
W.C.R. for the W.E. 21.1.56 reveals that as a protest agt. the Draft Constitution a public meeting (10000) was held in the Paltan Maidan on 15.1.56 with Moulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani in the chair. Sk. Mujibar Rahman during his speech criticised the Govt. & Mr. Hamidul Haq Choudhuri the then defence Minister of Pakistan and advocated the introduction of joint electoral in the country.
Identical
File 1/56 P-74
W.C.R. for the W.E. 4.2.56 reveals that a public meeting (15000) was held in the Paltan Maidan to observe the “Resistance Day” against the draft constitution with Moulana Bhashani in the chair. Sk. Mojibar Rahman during his speech said that E. Pakistan would turn to be a colony of Pakistan if the draft Constitution was accepted & the younger generation will face unemployment.
Identical
File 1/56 P-150-151
W.C.R. for the W.E. 17/3/58 reveals that a meeting (2000) was held on 14/3/56 at Charsubaddi Bazar P.S. Raipura Dacca with Khandakar Saibulla in the chair. Sk. Mujibar Rahman during speech pointed out that West Pakistan was made industrially advanced at the cost of East Pakistan.
Identical
File 1/56 P-236
The W.C.R. for the W.E. 19.5.58 reveals that Sk. Mojibar Rahman & others visited the Secretariat gate on 17.5.56 and requested the Satyagrahis to discontinue its Satyagraha as the demands were accepted by the Govt.
Identical
File 1/56 P-240, 241
A meeting (1500) was held at Paltan Maidan on 11.5.56 with Mr. Ataur Rahman Khan in the chair. Sk. Mojibar Rahman during his speech criticised the E. Pak Govt. for calling for the explanation of the Mitford Hospital authorities for admitting Moulana Bhashani.
Identical
File 1/56 P-292
A public meeting (1000) was held on 24.6.56 at Goaleamandra Hat P.S. Lohajung, Dacca with Qurban Ali in the chair. Sk. Mujibar Rahman during his speech criticised the Govt. of Pakistan for neglecting East Pakistan in respect of development work & services specially in the Army. He also criticised the Govt. for its food policy and asked the audience if they wanted to die of starvation or face the bullet. Most of them raised their hands & said that they preferred death.
Identical
File 1/56 P-345
W.C.R for the W.E. 25.8.58 reveals that an Urdu printed leaflet styled “Yaome-Ehtijaj” issued by Sk. Mujibar Rahman, General Secretary, A.L. was found in circulation in Dacca town on 22.8.58. The leaflet inter alia stated to observance of “Protest Day” on 27.8.58 for holding the East Pak. Assembly Session, allowing the majority party to form the Govt. etc.
Identical
File 1/56 P-368
The W.C.R for the W.E. 1.9.56 reveals that a public meeting (25,000) was held on 27.8.58 at Paltan Maidan Dacca with Moulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani in the chair to observe the “Protest Day”. Sk. Mujibar Rahman & others delivered speeches criticising Abu Hussain Sarkar & the then Govt. Mr. A.K. Fazlul Haq.
Identical
File 1/56 P-373
The W.C.R for W.E. 8.9.56 reveals that a public meeting (15000) was held at Paltan Maidan on 5.9.56 with Moulana Abdul Hamid khan Bhashani in the chair in observance of the “Protest Day”. Sk. Mujibar Rahman & others delivered speeches in the meeting criticising the food policy of Govt. of Pakistan. The meeting also demanded the dead body of the persons killed in police firing on 4.9.56.
Identical
Further R/N on Sheikh Mujibur Rahman S/o Lutfur Rahman of Tangipara P.S. Gopalganj, Dt. Faridpur & of Sengunbagicha, P.S. Ramna, Dacca.
Statement of D/A 43 dt. 14.1.55 P-296
The agent reports on 14.1.55 that an emergent meeting of the Working Committee of E.P.A.M.L. was held on 13.1.55 at 56, Simpson Road, Dacca. Sk. Mujibar Rahman & 6 others (named) attended the meeting. In the meeting resolutions inter-alia were passed expressing resentment on the statement of Mr. Iskandar Mirza against Moulana Bhashani, demanding withdrawal of Section 92-A from the East Pakistan & supporting the stand taken by the Moulana & Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy.
(Identical)
Stt. of D/A 43 dt. 16.2.55 Page-305
The agent reports on 16.2.55 that the Working Committee of E.P.A.M.L was held on 15.2.55 at Simpson Road, Dacca where Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others attended. The meeting discussed the political situation of the country, observance of Shahid Day etc.
The meeting passed resolutions inter-alia deciding to remove Mr. A.K. Fazlul Haq from the leadership of U.F. party and to observe “Shahid Day” on 21.2.55 and demanding the release of Security Prisoner.
(Identical)
Stt. of D.A. 43 dt. 13.3.55 page-303 & 304
The agent reports on 13.3.55 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman had been to Calcutta for a day & had a talk with Maulana Bhashani over the rift U.F. Party. The Maulana advised him (M. Rahman) to patch up the rift & asked him to seek further advices from Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy on the issue. Accordingly Sk. Mujibur Rahman & another person (named) left for Karachi on 13.3.55 for the aforesaid purpose.
(Identical)
Stt. of D.A. 43 dt. 17.3.55 P-311
The agent reports on 17.3.55 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman stated that Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy opposed vehemently the restoration of Parliamentary Govt. under the leadership of Mr. A.K. Fazlul Haq & directed Sk. Mujibur to elect another suitable leader of the U.F. party.
(Identical)
Stt. of D/A 43 dt. 13.4.55 page-315
The agent reports on 13.4.55 that according to Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy was determined not to give any opportunity to the group of Mr. Nazimuddin to come in power again in the Province.
(Identical)
Stt. of D/A 43 dt. 17.4.55 P-319
The agent reports on 17.4.55 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman approached the Mahalla Sardars & other influential persons requesting them to participate in a rousing reception to be given on 19.4.55 to Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy who was coming to Dacca on the date.
(Identical)
Stt. of D/A 43 dt. 21.4.55 P-325
The agent reports on 21.4.55 that the meeting of the Working Committee of A.M.L was held on 21.4.55 at Govt. House (Manik House) where Hon’ble Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy was present. The meeting discussed the Constituent Convention & decided to co-operate with the Govt. pending approval of Maulana Bhashani who would be taken to Karachi from Calcutta by Sk. Mujibur Rahman for discussion on the issue.
(Identical)
Stt. of D.A. 43 dt. 12.6.55 P336-37
The agent reports on 12.6.55 that a meeting of Dacca City A.M.L. workers was held on 12.6.55 at 56, Simpson Rd. Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & 13 others (named) attended the meeting. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & another person in course of the speeches criticized the unholy alliance between Mr. A.K. Fazlul Haq & then Prime Minister Mr. Muhammad Ali for the formation of the Provincial Govt. in East Bengal.
(Identical)
Stt. of D.A. 43 dt. 16.6.55 Page-342 & 44-45
The agent reports on 16.6.55 that a meeting of the Parliamentary Party of A.M.L was held on 15.6.55 at 56, Simpson Road, Dacca. The meeting discussed the question of nomination to Constituent Assembly. Sk. Mujibur Rahma & Maulana Bhasani gave assurance to members to give nomination to 31 best persons for fighting out cause of the country. After discussion in details it was finally decided to form a seven men committee with a power to select those 31 persons for contesting the election of Constituent Assembly.
(Identical)
Stt. of D.A. 43 dt. 12.7.55 P-346
The agent reports on 12.7.55 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman contacted Malek Sardar & 3 others for organising a procession to accord a reception to the then Central Law Minister, Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy.
(Identical)
Stt. of D.A. 43 dt 18.7.55 P-348
The agent reports on 18.7.55 that an informal meeting of the A.M..L was held on 18.7.58 at Simpson Road, Dacca & it was addressed by Sk. Mujibur Rahman & the other. In course of speech the subject explained their stand taken at the Murree Session of the Constituent Assembly. It was decided in the meeting to hold a public meeting on 22.7.58 at Paltan Maidan, Dacca on the issue.
(Identical)
Stt. of D.A. 43 dt. 23.7.55 P-352-53
The agent reports on 23.7.55 that a meeting of the Dacca City Branch of the A.M.L was held on 22.7.55 at 56, Simpson Road, Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman attended it as chief guest. In the meeting the election of the office-bearers of the organisation was held. Sk. Mujibur Rahman thanked the members for conduction the election peacefully. (Identical)
Stt. of D/A 43 dt 14.9.55 P-361
The agent reports on 14.9.55 that the E.P.A.L would observe “Constitution Day” on 16.9.55 throughout the province by holding public meetings. Sk. Mujibur Rahman who was contacted over phone, was likely to attend the meeting on the date at Dacca City.
(Identical)
Stt. of D/A 43 dt 19.9.55 P-366
The agent reports on 19.9.55 that an emergent meeting of A.M.L. was held at 56, Simpson Rd, Dacca with Sk. Mujibur Rahman in the chair. The meeting discussed the political situation of the country & passed resolutions inter-alia demanding the cancellation of proposal of shifting the capital from Karachi to Godap, waiting a deputation on the C.M. to request him to release security prisoner etc.
(Identical)
Stt. of D.A. 43 dt 17.x.55 P-369-70
The agent reports on 17.x.55 that a meeting of the city A.M.L. workers held on 16.x.55 at 56, Simpson Rd, Dacca was addressed by Sk. Mujibur Rahman. In course of his speech he declared that the E.P.A.M.L. Council Conference would be held from 21.x.55 to 23.x.55 at Rup Mahal Cinema Hall, Dacca & the public meeting would be held 23.x.55 evening at Paltan Maidan, Dacca.
(Identical)
Stt. of D.A. 43 dt. 16.8.55 P-357
The agent reports on 16.8.55 that a meeting of the A.M.L. was held on 16.8.55 at 56, Simpson Rd., Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & 11 other
(named). The meeting discussed the flood situation of East Bengal & decided to raise fund to render help to the flood stricken people of this Province.
(Identical)
Stt. of D/A 43 dt. 18.8.55 Page 359
The agent reports on 18.8.55 that a meeting of the city A.M.L. was held on 17.8.55 at Simpson Road, Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman in course of his speech explained the reason why the A.L. party did not accept the offer given to the party by the then Prime Minister of Pakistan. Mr. Suhrawardy was also directed not to join the Central Cabinet.
(Identical)
Stt. of D.A. 43 dt. 6.12.55 P-373
The agent reports on 6.12.55 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman along with Pir Manki Sharif arrived at Dacca on 6.12.55 from Kagmari, P.S. Tangail, Mymensingh.
(Identical)
Stt. of D/A 43 Page 274 (a)
It reveals from Kushtia D.I.B. Memo No. 6681 dt. 15.12.53 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman arrived at Kushtia on 29.11.53 from Faridpur & met Maulana Bhashani who arrived at Kushtia from Rajshahi on the same day. The subject & the Moulana addressed mass meetings on 29th & 30th Nov. and the 1st December. Sk. Mujibur Rahman also addressed a public meeting at Kumar Khali, Kushtia.
(Identical)
D/A 43 Page 277 (a)
From the memo No. 8262 dt. 18.12.53 of Chittagong it reveals that Sk. Mujibur Rahman (A.M.L) arrived at Chittagong on 10.XII.53 by train. During his stay there he contacted A.M.L members & discussed about the election affairs and propaganda work of the united front.
(Identical)
Stt. of D 140 (C.A.) dt. 21.11.54 Page 32
The agent reports on 21.11.54 that a two day session of the emergent working committee of E.P.A.M.L. & the Presidents and Secretaries of the district branches was held on 18/19-11-54 at 56, Simpson Road, Dacca. The meeting discussed organisational matters etc. The source further reports that Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others
(mentioned) misled Moulana Bhashani to delete the word “Muslim” from the nomenclature of the party.
(Identical)
Stt. of 134 (C.A.) dt 13.5.54 Page 24
The agent reports on 12.5.54 that a meeting of the working committee of E.P. Peace Committee & representatives of other organisation was held on 12.5.54 at 56, Simpson Road, Dacca. The meeting discussed the present political situation & peace of the world. The meeting decided to wait upon the Chief Minister, E.P. in a & 3 others for deputation consisting of Sk. Mujibur Rahman arrangement of passport for 30 delegates who were selected to attend Peace Conference in Berlin.
(Identical)
Stt. of D 133 (C.A.) dt. 28.11.55 P-219
The agent reports on 28.11.55 that an informal meeting of the members of the Awami League was held on 24.11.55 at 56, Simpson Road, Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & 6 others attended it & discussed the police strike. They expressed sympathy to the striking Constables & condemned the arrest of those Constables. They opined that the Govt. should accept the demands of the Constables.
(Identical)
Stt. of D 133 (C.A.) dt. 23.8.56 P-289-90
The agent reports on 23.8.56 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) were authorised by Maulana Bhashani to review the political situation of the country arisen out of prorogation of E.P. Assembly with subsequent development in con. with the observance of general strike on 27.8.56 through the Province. Discussion was held whether the strike would be observed if the order u/s 144 Cr.Pc. be promulgated. Sk. Mujibur Rahman is adamant to observe it even by defying the order u/s
144 Cr.PC.
(Identical)
Stt. of D 133 (C.A.) dt. 2.2.57 P-312
The agent reports on 2.2.57 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman the then Minister E.P. would discuss with Maulana Bhashani regarding the election of Abdul Hamid Chaudhuri as Genl. Secy. in the council meeting to be
held at Kagmari, Mymensingh from 7th February/57. He would select the special Councillors personally so that he could oust the workers from the party, who had other political affiliations & thereby clean the organisation from heterogeneous elements.
(Identical)
Stt. of D 133 (C.A.) dt. 20.9.57 P-347
The agent reports on 20.9.57 that a meeting of E.P.S.L. was held on 19.9.57 at G. N. College union office, Dacca. The meeting discussed the political situation & expressed satisfaction over the decision of W.P. Assembly to undo one unit. It directed the workers to launch whispering Campaign against the A.L. Govt. & particularly against Sk. Mujibur Rahman.
(Identical)
Stt. of D 133 (C.A.) dt. 20.11.57 P-354
The agent reports on 20.11.57 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman, G.S. E.P.A.L left for Sirajganj, Pabna on 19.11.57 to launch campaign in the Constituency of By-election there, as he was dissatisfied with Mr. Ataur Rahman Khan, the then Chief Minister E.P. for his disapproval of staging anti-demonstration in the public meeting to be held on 22.11.57 under the auspices of Muslim League at Paltan Maidan, Dacca.
(Identical)
Stt. of D 133 (C.A.) dt. 5.12.57 P-356
The agent reports on 5.12.57 that the top ranking leaders of A.L., particularly Sk. Mujibur Rahman, G.S. E.P.A.L directed the A.L. workers to stage demonstration against separate electorate in the public meeting organised by M.L., Jamat-E-Islami, N.I. & K.S.P. on 7.12.57 at Paltan Maidan, Dacca.
(Identical)
Stt. of D 133 (C.A.) dt. 24.2.58 P-360-61
The agent reports on 24.2.58 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Genl. Secy. was trying to become the leader of the A.L. Parliamentary Party ousting Mr. Ataur Rahman Khan from the same with the support N.A.P. leader Mahmud Ali & others. This issue was likely to be discussed in the A.L. Council meeting to be held from 3.3.58 at Jaydebpur, Dacca. Knowing the tussle of the two A.L. leaders (mentioned) Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy directed them to postpone the meeting till his return from abroad.
(Identical)
Stt. of D 133 (C.A.) dt. 27.3.58 P-362-63
The agent reports on 27.3.58 that a meeting of the Working Committee of E.P.A.L would be held on 5.4.58 at the residence of Sk. Mujibur Rahman at 115, Segun Bagicha, Dacca where discussion on the political situation should be made. The agent further reports that Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy was due to arrive at Dacca from Karachi on 3.4.58. He would try to patch up the rift between Sk. Mujibur Rahman & the then Chief Minister E.P. (Mr. A. Rahman Khan.)
(Identical)
Stt. of D 131 (C.A.) dt. 4.5.54 P-17
The agent reports on 4.5.54 that meeting of the East Pakistan Nurses Assoc. was held on 4.5.54 at U.F. office, Sadarghat, Dacca, with Sk. Mujibur Rahman (A.M.L) in the chair. The meeting discussed organizational matters & decided to ask Mr. Nurul Huda (advocate), President of E.P. Nurses’ Assoc. to resign from the Presidentship, as he contested the last General Election in the Ticket of the M.L.A deputation of E.P. Nurses’ Association headed by Sk. Mujibur Rahman would meet the Hon’ble Mr. Abu Husain Sarkar on 8.5.54.
(Identical)
Stt. of D 131 (C.A.) dt. 20.5.54 P-19
The agent reports on 20.5.54 that no deputation of E.P. Nurses’ Assoc. could meet the C.M.E.P. on 8.5.54 in accordance to their previous decision, as Sk. Mujibur Rahman was engaged otherwise.
(Identical)
Stt. of D. A. 39 dt. 3.5.54 P-155-56
The agent reports on 3.5.54 that a meeting organised by the workers of the Home Transport Deptt., Dacca to accord a reception to Maulana Bhashani was held on 2.5.54 at Ukil Building, Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) attended the meeting. Shamsul Haq, in course of his speech discussed the grievances of the workers of the Home Transport Deptt. & pointed out the discharge of the workers
on 1.B. report. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (named) gave assurance to move the Govt. to redress their grievances.
(Identical)
Stt. of D/A 39 dt. 31.x.54 P-170
The agent reports on 31.x.54 that a cell meeting of the Home Transport Workers’ Union was held on 31.x.54 at Medical College, Menials staff quarter, Dacca. The meeting discussed the framing of charge sheet against Ashrafuddin Ahmed, an employee of the Home Transport by the authorities concerned for his alleged misbehaviour with the Foreman. It was decided in the meeting that the authorities would not be moved for the above purpose until the Parliamentary Govt. was formed. It was also disclosed by one member that Sk. Mujibur Rahman would be contacted in this connection after his release from the Jail.
(Identical)
Stt. of D.A. 42 dt. 22.9.52 P-162
The agent reports on 22.9.52 that one Sirajul Islam, a peon of the Geography Deptt. D.U. is a staunch Awami League. He is contemplating to resign his service & work with Sk. Mujibur Rahman. He keeps links with Security Prisoners in D.C. jail through Jail warders & smuggled out letters of S.pr. through them.
(Identical)
Stt. of D/A 42 dt. 28.x.58 P-167-68
The agent reports on 28.10.58 that the Working Committee of the E.P.M.S.L. was held on 27.x.58 at 150, Moughaltolli, Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) attended it. The meeting discussed the next Council meeting of E.P.M.S.L & decided to hold the Council meeting at Bar Assoc. Hall, Dacca from the 21st to 23rd Nov/52. It also discussed the expenses of Council meeting & estimated that the expenses would be about Rs. 800/-. Sk. Mujibur Rahman promised to pay Rs. 400/- for the meeting.
(Identical)
Stt. of D.A. 42 dt. 5.1.55 P-222
The agent reports on 5.1.55 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman stated that the proposal for appointment of an Advisory Board in E.B. was accepted by the P.K.S.P but the E.P.A.M.L. did not agree to the proposal. The demand of the E.P.A.M.L. is the immediate restoration of Parliamentary form of Govt. in East Bengal & inclusion of a few A.M.L. representatives in the Central Cabinet.
(Identical)
Stt. of D.A. 42 dt. 7.1.55 P-223
The agent reports on 7.1.55 that an informal meeting of a few U.F.Ms.L.A. belonging to E.P.A.M.L & its workers was held on 7.1.55 at 56, Simpson Road, Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) attended it. The meeting discussed the present political situation of the country & the activities of the component parts of the U.F. In the meeting it was decided to requisition a meeting of U.F. Parliamentary Party in which a vote of no confidence would be placed against Mr. A.K. Fazlul Haq & a new leader in his place would be elected.
(Identical)
Stt. of D/A 42 dt. 27.1.55 P-237
The agent reports on 27.1.55 that a meeting of All Party State Language Committee of Action was held on 27.1.55 at 56, Simpson Road, Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (named) attended it.
The meeting condemned the orders of the govt. banning all meetings & processions with effect from the 1st Feb/55 considering the observance of “Shahid Day” on 21.2.55. The meeting requested the leaders of all Political organisations in E.B. to meet the authorities in deputation & insists for withdrawal & revision of the order.
(Identical)
Stt. of D.A. 42 dt. 2.2.55 P-239-40
The agent reports on 2.2.55 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman & another person (named) were contemplating to move a no confidence motion against Mr. A.K. Fazlul Haq in the meeting of the United Front Parliamentary Party to be held on 17.2.55. They deputed workers of their group to collect signatures of Ms.L.A. of the A.L. Party in some districts of East Bengal. Sk. Mujibur Rahman had been to Mymensingh to collect signatures & returned from there on 2.2.55. He received reports from the workers on 2.2.55 evening at U.F office. The workers in course of their talk opined that though Awami League Ms.L.A. had given signatures in favour of no confidence, the general masses would still support Mr. A.K. Fazlul Haq.
(Identical)
Stt. of D.A. 42 dt 10.1.56 P-319
The agent reports on 10.1.56 that the E.P.A.L was contemplating to organise a general strike on 16.1.56 in Dacca protesting against the draft constitution subject to the approval of Sk. Mujibur Rahman MLA who was then in Karachi. Sk. Mujibur Rahman was requested telegraphically on 10.1.56 to return to Dacca.
(Identical)
Stt. of D.A. 42 dt. 14.1.56 P-326
The agent reports on 14.1.56 that the proposed general strike on 16.1.56 would not be observed in Dacca city as Sk. Mujibur Rahman & other leaders did not agree to it. The A.L. would organise a general strike against the draft Constitution after the Workers’ Convention to be held at Kagmari, Mymensingh on 21.1.56.
(Identical)
Stt. of D.A. 42 dt. 17.5.56 P-358
The agent reports on 17.5.56 that the EP Awami League was contemplating to organise a demonstration on food issue in front of the EP Legislation Assembly on 22.5.56 for this purpose. Sk. Mujibar Rahman requested Wali Ahad & others to contact E.P.Y.L. workers & the students supporting the A.L for assembling near the Assembly House,
Dacca.
(Identical)
Stt. of D.A. dt. 6.8.56 P-369
The agent reports on 6.8.56 that the E.P. Awami League leaders including Maulana Bhashani were not pleased with Tofazzal Husain @ Manik Miyan32, editor of the “Daily Ittefak” for his indifferent attitude
………………………………………………………..
32. Tofazzal Hossain Manik Miah – (1911- 1 June, 1969) – Tofazzal Hossain Manik Miah was a prominent Bengali journalist and politician. He was editor of the Ittefaq. Manik Miah played a vital role during the rise of Bengali nationalism in 1960s. Manik Miah was active in writing against military rule, autocracy and violation of the fundamental rights of people. He had a significant role in inspiring the people to join the struggle for freedom under the leadership of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. He was close associate of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and Huseyn Shaheed Suhrawardy.
…………………………………………………………….
towards publishing news on Awami League. Sk. Mujibur Rahman was of opinion that Tofazzal Husain entered into a secret alignment with Yousuf Ali Chaudhuri & as such he went to Karachi to discuss the matter with Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy.
(Identical)
Stt. of D.A. 42 dt. 14.2.57 P-378
The agent reports on 14.2.57 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman would call a meeting of the Working Committee of E.P.A.L. on his return from Karachi to discuss ways & means to revitalise the organisation with new outlook.
(Identical)
File 160-47 P-308
Stt. of G.E. 8 dt. 14.4.54 P-308
The agent reports on 14.4.54 that a party meeting of the A.M.L. was held on 13.4.54 at Ali Manzil, Jessore. In the meeting it was given out that Mashiur Rahman & two others received on 13.4.54 a telegram from Sk. Mujibur Rahman (A.M.L) with a direction to arrange for a Zonal Conference at Jessore on 18th and 19th April. After discussion a reception Committee was formed with Habibur Rahman and Abdul Hye as Chairman & Secretary respectively.
(Identical)
Stt. of K.A. 12 dt. 22.11.53 P-368
The agent reports on 22.XI.53 that at meeting of Kushtia Dist. A.M.L held on 22.11.53 in the house of Dr. Shamsuddin (mentioned) at Kushtia town, the proposed tour of Sk. Mujibur Rahman & Maulana Bhashani to Kushtia Dist. from 29.11.53 to 2.12.53 for the purpose of electioneering propaganda was discussed & it was decided to raise subscriptions from the party members & supporters etc to meet the necessary expenses of the public meeting.
(Identical)
Stt. of K.A. 12 dt. 19.2.57 P-590
The agent reports on 19.2.57 that at Council meeting of Awami League held on 7.2.57 & 8.2.57 at Kagmari, P.S. Tangail, Mymensingh, there was a programme of electing 3 Vice Presidents & General Secretary of the party, but the proposal of electing of those office- bearers was not moved as the supporters of Maulana Bhashani felt that a huge majority of Councillors were the supporters of Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy. Then Sk. Mujibur Rahman was directed by the Maulana to continue as Genl. Secy. till the next Council meeting held on 7.6.57 after which he would resign from the cabinet if he was to work as the Genl. Secy. of the party.
(Identical)
Stt. of B.R. 7 (C.A.) dt. 25.8.52 P-91
The agent reports on 25.8.52 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman (A.M.L.) & others (mentioned) gathered in a Convention at the outer House of Alimuddin Muktear where the office of A.M.L, Bogra has been shifted.
In the Convention Sk. Mujibur Rahman wanted to know as to who were the workers of A.M.L. at Bogra. At this one of the members gave out that besides A.M.L. workers there were some workers of Y.L., Bidi workers unions which sponsored by the C.P. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & the other objected to the participation of the C.P. in the A.M.L. & gave out that the C.P. workers would not be allowed to work under they accepted the creed of A.M.L. He also gave out that on their return to Dacca the C.M. E.P. would be approached for the release of Security Prisoner & it is not materialised, “Bondi Mukti Dibash” would be observed.
(Identical)
File 79-48 P-96
From the extract of S.W.R of the S.P D.I.B Bogra for W/E 11.9.52 it reveals that Sk. Mujibur Rahman & another student leader (named) toured the districts of the Eastern Part of the Province. They would hold a Convention with the A.M.L representatives of all districts of the Province. The Convention would discuss party activities & chalk out the scheme for the progress of the Party.
(Identical)
Stt. of B.R.C.A 17 dt. 14.12.52 P-111
The agent reports on 14.X11.52 that in a Workers’ Convention held on 12.12.52 evening at 94, Nowabpur Road, it was decided that as the fund & the financial portion of the A.M.L was so bad, so Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) were selected to attend the proposed Lahore Conference of the Party with their own expenses.
(Identical)
Stt. of B.R.C.A 17 dt. 30.1.53 P-113
The agent reports on 30.1.53 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman gave out that a meeting of A.M.L would be held on 1.2.53 at 94, Nowabpur Rd., Dacca to make thorough discussion & also to clarify many points brought to their notice during their extensive tour. Sk. Mujibur Rahman invited the A.M.L secretaries of Santahar & Bogra to attend the same.
(Identical)
Stt. of B.R. 3 dt. 12.7.53 P-147-48
The agent reports on 12.7.53 that E.P.A.M.L council sitting was held on the 3rd, 4th & 5th July/53 in the Mukul Cinema Hall, Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman (mentioned) & others (mentioned) delivered lectures in the meeting criticizing the mal-administration of the then M.L. govt. It was also discussed in the meeting as to whether the organisation would be made non-communal one by dropping the word “Muslim”. After hot discussion on the issue, a sub-committee with the Presidents & Secretaries of the different districts was formed for purpose. In the last day of the session, Sk. Mujibur Rahman was elected as Secretary & others as other office-bearers of the party.
(Identical)
Stt. of T.A. I dt. 12.XII.52 P-373
The agent reports on 12.XII.52 that at an informal meeting held on 8.12.52 at Comilla town. Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Secy., E.P.A.M.L. gave out that the Provincial Conference of the E.P.A.M.L would be held in Dacca by the second week of Feb/53 which would be participated by Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy & other prominent leader. He also requested the members to carry on party propaganda in the intention of the districts. He also instructed Abdur Rahman Khan to open an office of the party at Comilla
town.
(Identical)
Stt. of T.A. C.A. 44 dt. 19.3.53 P-389
The agent reports on 19.3.53 that it was decided in a meeting of the A.M.L party that a Conference of A.M.L. would be held at Aziz Maidan, Chandpur either on 27.3.53 or on 29.3.53 with Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others top ranking leaders (mentioned).
(Identical)
Stt.. of T.A.C.A. 44 dt. 25.3.53 P-391
The agent reports on 25.3.53 that according Habibullah, President, A.M.L. Chandpur, Sk. Mujibur Rahman & 8 others (mentioned) would attend the A.M.L meeting at Chandpur on 29.3.53.
(Identical)
Stt. of T.A. I dt. 24.4.53 P-401
The agent reports on 24.4.53 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman G.S., E.P.A.M.L informed Abdur Rahman Khan that Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy accompanied by Maulana Bhashani would come down to Tippera Dist. & would hold mass meetings at Akhaura & Nabinagar, Tippera.
(Identical)
Stt. of T.A.C.A. 44 dt. 14.6.55 P-422
The agent reports on 14.6.55 that a secret party of the M.L.As & prominent workers of the A.M.L was held on 10.6.55 in the residence Mohsin Ali Molla at Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & 8 others (mentioned) were present in the meeting. In the meeting the A.M.L. under no circumstances would join in the present Cabinet.
(Identical)
Stt. of T.A. 7 dt. 1.x.55 P-624
The agent reports on 1.x.55 that the Council meeting of the A.M.L. would be held on the 21st, 22nd & 23rd Oct/55 at Dacca. Maulana Bhashani thought that his position amongst the people in general was lowered down to some extent due to the acceptance of the Convention by the A.M.L & it was done due to the persistence of Sk. Mujibur Rahman & Mr. H.S Suhrawardy. So in the election of the Provincial body the Maulana would try to get more of his supporters in the body keeping himself as President. Sk. Mujibur Rahman with the support of Mr. Suhrawardy was trying to capture this Body keeping the Maulana as President.
(Identical)
File 143-47 Page 2534
From the Secret information dt. 24.4.52 of 1.B. it transpires that a. secret meeting of the Working Committee of E.P.M.S.L. was held on 25.4.52 at 150, Mughaltuli, Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman, ex-Spr. of Faridpur Dist. & others (mentioned) attended it.
The meeting discussed the then position & difficulties of the students & passed resolutions inter-alia requesting all the units of the organisation to send representatives to attend the Conference of the All Party State Language Committee to be held on 27.4.52 at Bar Library, Dacca & demanding the release of all security prisoners.
(Identical)
File 143-47 Page 2539
From the secret information of I.B. dt. 6.5.52 it reveals that Sk. Mujibur Rahman of E.P.A.M.L. was negotiating with Asiatic Industries Ltd., 77, Patuatuli, Dacca to purchase a Gestetner machine (Duplicator) to be utilised for printing circulars etc of the Party.
(Identical)
File 143-47 Page 2549
From a secret information of I.B. dt. 1.5.52 it transpires that Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Secy. A.M.L. & the Convener of the All State Language Committee (mentioned) arranged a tea party on 28.4.52 at 150, Mughaltuli, Dacca for the entertainments of the workers & delegates who came to attend the conference of All Party State Language Committee on 27.4.52 at Bar Library, Dacca. About 50 delegates & members attended the Camera meeting there. Sk. Mujibur Rahman delivered speeches criticizing ill-behaviour and unsympathetic attitude of the Pakistan Govt. & Nurul Amin33 Ministry towards the people & students & the development of East Pakistan. He also stated that the people who fought for the achievement of Pakistan, were made Jail birds by the M.L. Govt. to exploit the people of East Pakistan.
(Identical)
File 143-47 Page 2606
From the Stt. of a Casual Agent dt. 16.5.52 of 1.B. it reveals that Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Acting G.S. A.M.L. issued typed notices on 15.5.52 to
………………………………………………………………
33. Nurul Amin (15 July 1893-2 October1974) – He was a lawyer and politician. He was born at village Shahbazpur under Sarail PS in Brahmanbaria district. He was the minister of Civil Supply in the Provincial Cabinet headed by Khawaja Nazimuddin. He was also a member of the Pakistan National Assembly (1947-1954). He opposed the Language Movement. He was defeated by the United Front candidate in the Provincial Assembly elections in 1954. Nurul Amin was an antagonist to Bengali Nationalist Movement based on 6-point programme of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. He was against the Liberation War of 1971 and collaborated with the Pakistan occupation army. He was buried at Jinnah Mausoleum in Karachi, Pakistan.
……………………………………………………………….
A.L. workers inviting them to attend a meeting of the party to be held
16.5.52 at 25, Swarighat, Dacca. The meeting would discuss organisational matters. The agent further reports that Sk. Mujibur Rahman was starting for Karachi very soon to see the Prime Minister & other political leaders in connection with the release of security prisoners & the coming election.
(Identical)
File 143-47 Page 2633
The agent reports on 11.5.52 that according to the instructions of Sk. Mujibur Rahman, some political workers (named) met him (Sk. Sb.) at the A.M.L office at 94, Nawabpur Road, Dacca on 11.5.52. Sk. Mujibur Rahman expressed that every endeavour shd be made to organise the league for contesting the coming general Election and to raise fund for defraying party expenses etc. The agent further reports that Sk. Mujibur Rahman would seek interview with the Governor E.B. on 12.5.52 for discussion with him regarding the release of Security Prisoners. In this connection he might go to West Pakistan on 19.5.52 to see the P.M. there..
(Identical)
File 143-47 Page 2648
Stt. of a new agent of I.B. dt. 19.5.52
The agent reports on 19.5.52 that a secret meeting held on 15.5.52 or 16.5.52 night at the house of Ataur Rahman it was decided that the proposed “Protest Day” against the postponement of the selection of the State Language in the Consembly would not be observed as the Party apprehended Police action against the leaders who might not be released before the election. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) were present in it.
(Identical)
File 145-47 Page 2692
Stt. of P.A. 28 dt. 17.5.52
The agent reports on 17.5.52 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) are members of the newly formed State Language Committee of Action. The Committee of Action has launched a Signature Campaign. The agent further reports that an organising committee of
Page: 151
the proposed new Political Party in E.B. was formed with Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (named) as members.
(Identical)
Stt. of P.A. 28 dt. 18.5.52 P-2729
The agent reports on 18.5.52 that in an informal meeting held at the A.M.L office at 94, Nowabpur Road, Dacca on 18.5.52, Sk. Mujibur Rahman said that he would go to Karachi very soon to see the Prime Minister & the Governor General34 of Pakistan to talk about the immediate release of the Political Prisoners & to discuss about coming election in E.B.
(Identical)
File 143-47 P-2786-87
From a secret information of I.B. dt. 1.7.52 it reveals that Sk. Mujibur Rahman returned to Dacca on 24.6.52 from Karachi by Plane. While at Karachi on 14.7.52 on the direction of Sk. Mujibur Rahman, the subject also gave Rs. 50/- on 14.7.52 evening for the above purpose.
(Identical)
Stt. of P.A. 25 dt 18.7.52 P-2867
The agent reports on 18.7.52 that a closed door meeting of the A.M.L. was held on 28.6.52 at 94, Nawabpur Road, Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) attended it. The meeting mainly discussed the affiliation matter of A.M.L with Jinnah Awami League. The agent further reports that another party meeting was held on 1.7.52 at 94, Nawabpur Rd, Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman attended this meeting also. Resolutions inter-alia were passed deciding to seek affiliation of the Party with Jinnah Awami League & to depute Sk. Mujibur Rahman to request Mr. A.K. Fazlul Haq to join the A.M.L. immediately.
(Identical)
File 143-47 P-3305 & 3348
A D.I.O. reports on 1.12.52 that a meeting was held on 30.11.52 at 25, Swarighat, Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others attended it. The detailed proceedings of the meeting could not be obtained.
(Identical)
…………………………………………………………..
34. Governor General – The Governor General was the representative of the British Monarch in Pakistan, from the country’s independence in 1947. Mohammad Ali Jinnah was the first Governor General of Pakistan from 15 August 1947 to 11 September 1948. His successor was Khawaja Nazimuddin from 14 September 1948 to 17 October 1951. Golam Mohammad and Iskander Mirza were the next two Governor Generals respectively. When Pakistan was proclaimed a republic in 1956, the office of Governor General was abolished on 23 March 1956
………………………………………………………….
File 143-47 Page 4504
From a secret information of I.B. dt. 24.2.55 it reveals that in a meeting of Dacca University All Party State Language Committee of Action held on 22.2.55 at S.M. Hall, Dacca, discussion was made on the possibility of organising a General Strike on 28.2.55 in Dacca city as a mark of protest against the arrest of the students. It was agreed in the meeting to obtain the views of the Political leaders on the proposed strike. Accordingly some student leaders approached Sk. Mujibur Rahman & other political leader on 22.2.55 at the A.M.L. office, Dacca. The Political leaders told them that they had seen the Chief Secretary who had given an indication that the arrested students might be released by 28.2.55. It was expressed that the strike could not be organised by 28.2.55.
(Identical)
File 143-47 Page – 4506
From a secret information of I.B. dt. 24.2.55 it transpires that a meeting of D.U. All Party Committee of Action was held on 24.2.55 in Room No. 18/10 of the D.M.C. Hostel, Dacca in which decision for general strike on 28.2.55 was taken. The meeting also decided to approach the leaders of the Political Parties for their support. Accordingly Matiur Rahman & others met Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) who promised to them to give indirect support to their general strike & also to request the Mahalla Sardars, bus, rickshaw & shop owners Assoc. to observe general strike on 28.2.55.
(Identical)
File 154-48 Page 12 & 13
From the Stt. dt. 17.X.49 of Shamsul Huq M.L.A (A.M.L) it reveals that Sk. Mujibur Rahman was joint Secy. of E.P.M.L. Organising Committee & the others (mentioned) were other office-bearers. It further transpires that a deputation Committee consisting of Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others was formed to wait on a deputation to the Hon’ble Prime Minister of Pakistan.
(Identical)
File 154-48 Page – 163 & 164
From the Stt. dt. 19.3.52 of Shamsul Haq (A.M.L) it transpires that the E.P.A.M.L. was formed at Dacca under the leadership of Maulana Bhashani in the year 1949. Sk. Mujibur Rahman was made Joint Secretary of the party. He was also one of the members of the Central State Language Committee of Action.
(Identical)
File 109-48 Page 432
A D.I.O reports on 11.1.53 that Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy left for Chittagong by Ctg. Mail on 10.1.53 night. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) had been to Dacca Rly. Station to see him off.
(Identical)
File 109-48 Page 446
A D.I.O. reports on 19.1.53 that Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy returned to Dacca from Chittagong by train on 19.1.53. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) went to 16, Jaynag Road, Dacca to meet him (Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy) there.
(Identical)
File 109-48 Page – 563
A D.I.O. reports on 20.4.53 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) met Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy at 16, Jaynag Road on 19.4.53.
(Identical)
File 109-48 Page 584
A D.I.O. reports on 4.5.53 that a meeting under initiative of A.L. leaders was held on 4.5.53 at Manikganj Dak-Bangalow ground. Sk. Mujibur Rahman in course of his speech criticized the Jute Policy of the Govt. & condemned the University authority for expelling some students from the university. He also alleged that the Govt. did not take care for the upliftment of the Bengali Language whereas the encouragements are given to Urdu in all respects.
(Identical)
File 109-48 Page 682
A D.I.O. reports on 14.11.53 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman & other A.M.L. delegates (mentioned) left Dacca for Mymensingh on 13.1.53 to attend a Council meeting there.
(Identical)
File 253-48 Page 259
From the Stt. dt. 9.4.55 of Shafiuddin Ahmad it transpires that he (Shafiuddin) was working as an organiser of Munshiganj Sub-divisional Awami Muslim League. Sk. Mujibur Rahman M.L.A (ex-Minister) & others were occasionally contacted by him at Dacca for taking instructions on organisational matters.
(Identical)
File 253-48 Page 264 & 268
A D.I.O. reports 10.4.55 that one booklet captioned “Purba Pakistan Awami Muslim Leaguers Gantantra-o-Niyamabali” published Sk. Mujibur Rahman (A.M.L) was seized from the possession of Shafiuddin Ahmad at the time of his arrest on 9.4.55 at Sreenagar, P.S. do, Dacca.
(Identical)
File 120-48 Page 15
From the Stt. of Maulana Bhashani dt. 14.X.49 it reveals that Sk. Mujibur Rahman was Jt. Secy. of E.P.A.M.L & others (mentioned) as other office-bearers of the party.
(Identical)
File 120-48 Page 50
From I.B. Memo No. 6137 dt. 28.3.50 it reveals that Sk. Mujibar & others (mentioned) were spreading Communism & exciting the Prisoners in Dacca Jail against Govt.
(Identical)
File 120-48 Page 392
From the extract of D.I.B. No. 81 dt. 22.3.53 it transpires that there was an information in the Daily “Millat” dt. 21.3.53 to the effect that Maulana Bhashani & another person (mentioned) went on hunger strike since 18.3.53 at D.C. Jail. So, Sk. Mujibar Rahman & other A.L. leaders expressed a great concern over this & issued statements demanding their immediate unconditional release.
(Identical)
File 120-48 Page 591
A D.I.O. reports on 8.7.53 that Sk. Mujibar Rahman along with Maulana Bhashani went to Barisal on 15.7.53 by Mail Steamer. A meeting under the auspices Bakarganj Dist. A.M.L. was held on the date at A.K. Town Hall where Sk. Mujibar Rahman & the other (mentioned) delivered short speeches criticizing the M.L. Govt. & its maladministration in respect of food problems, top-heavy administration etc. On 16.7.53 another meeting was held at Abdul Ali Mosque. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & another delivered speeches dealing with the aims & objects of the A.M.L. & urging the people to join the A.M.L. in order to form a strong govt. He also addressed two other meeting organised by A.M.L. there.
(Identical)
File 57-53A P- 236
A D.I.O. reports on 11.3.53 that a cultural meeting of All Party State Language Committee of Action was held on 11.3.53 at Bar Library, Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & 10 others delivered short speeches demanding the recognition of Bengali as one of the State Languages of Pakistan. They further expressed that an attempt to make Urdu as the only State language of Pakistan was nothing but attempt to suppress the Bengalees from all round improvement & progress. They stressed on the necessity of improving the Bengali language through culture.
(Identical)
Stt. of D 136 (C.A.) dt. 30.4.54 Page 4
The agent reports on 30.4.54 that a meeting of the East Bengal Peace Committee was held on 30.4.54 at 56, Simpson Road, Dacca. The meeting discussed the selection of delegates to be sent to the World Peace Conference to be held in Berlin from the 23rd to 28th/54. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & 29 others (named) were selected as delegates for the purpose.
(Identical)
Stt. of 136 (C.A.) dt. 13.5.54 P-1349
The agent reports on 13.5.54 that a meeting of the E.B. Peace Committee was held on 12.5.54 at 56, Simpson Road, Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others attended it. The meeting discussed the probability of holding an “All Pakistan Peace Conference” as well as a Provincial Conference in Dacca. The meeting also discussed the difficulties in obtaining passports & visas for intending delegates of the World Peace Conference in Berlin. A sub-Committee consisting of Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others was formed in the meeting to expedite the passport matters.
(Identical)
Stt. of P/A 31 dt. 20.11.53 P-40
The agent reports on 20.11.53 that a camera meeting was held on 20.11.53 at the residence of Maulana Bhashani at Dacca. This was attended by Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others. A discussion took place amongst them. In this discussion Mr. A.K. Fazlul Haq said that he gave consent on 17.11.53 to take C.P. in the United Front but the leaders of the other political parties did not agree to take C.P. in the U.F. After discussion it was decided that a meeting should be held with the leaders of E.P. A.M.L, K.S.P., Rabbani Party & other groups to form a Parliamentary Board of the U.F. party & to compose minimum programme of the same.
(Identical)
Stt. of P/A 31 dt. 24.11.53 P-47-48
The agent reports on 24.11.53 that All Party meeting was held at Dacca Muktear Library on 18.11.53 & the same was attended by Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others. In the meeting Maulana Bhashani explained the necessity of forming an “All Party Committee” with a view to start strong movement in East Bengal against the B.P.C. report (New Formula). An All Party Committee styled as “All Party Resistance Committee” of the Anti-Democratic B.P.C. Report” was formed with 2 members from each party. The agent further reports that E.P.A.M.L. & 12 other parties submitted the names of two representatives from their respective organisation for inclusion in the aforesaid Committee. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & another representative of E.P.A.M.L. became the members of the said All Party Committee.
(Identical)
Stt. of D 132 (CA) dt. 15.9.53 P-1&2
The agent reports on 15.9.53 that Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy would come to Dacca on 23.9.53 & meet Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others (mentioned) in a secret meeting to discuss the feasibility of forming an united front to fight the Muslim League Candidates in the next General Election.
(Identical)
Stt. of D 132 (CA) dt. 30. X. 53 P-5
The agent reports on 30.X.53 that a closed door meeting under the Jt. auspices of N. ganj Peace Committee, Youth League etc. was held on 29.X.53 in the house of K.S. Usman Ali at North-Chashara, N. Gonj, Dacca. Mujibur Rahman & 13 others (named) attended it. The meeting discussed the ensuing general election & about the candidates who would contest in the election from N. gonj. It was finally decided that the workers of the above organisations would jointly support Khan Saheb Usman Ali (A.M.L.) who would contest in the election from N.Gonj.
(Identical)
File 313-48 P-26 & 27
A D.I.O. reports on 7.6.49 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman, II yr. Law student, D.U. was the Secretary of E.P.M.S.L (Central).
(Identical)
File 17-54 Page 554 & 658
A D.I.O. reports on 20.9.54 that Sk. Mujibur Rahman was the General Secretary of E.P.A.M.L., the office of which was at 92, Nawabpur Road, Dacca. He was reported to have been receiving C.P. literature from U.S.S.R. Embassy in Karachi not as a subscriber but as Genl. Secry. of the E.P.A.M.L. It further transpires that similar literatures were received by 7 others authors of the different organisations & Depts. (mentioned).
(Identical)
File 157-52 Page 66-67
A D.I.O. reports on 29.3.54 that a closed door meeting under the auspices of Nurses’ Association was held on 29.3.54 at U.F. office at Sadarghat, Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & other political leaders were also present in the meeting. The grievances of the nurses were discussed in the meeting. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & the other in course of their speeches promised that if their party comes into power the grievances of nurses would be taken up at the first hand for fulfillment.
(Identical)
Submitted,
Sd/-D.I.O, D.I.B
Dacca. 25.11.58
Stt. of D 165 (CA) dt 17.9.58 page 197 & 198
The agent reports on 17.9.58 that a secret meeting of the members of the Executive Committee of the E.P.A.L. was held on 16.9.58 at 30, Jinnah Avenue, Dacca with Sk. Mujibur Rahman in the chair. The meeting discussed the organisational matters & the present political situation of the country. The meeting bitterly criticized the activities of the leaders of M.L. & condemned their attitude towards A.L. In course of discussion Sk. Mujibur Rahman requested the members present to make necessary arrangement to keep on guard at “SADASHYA BHABAN” Dacca so that M.P.A’s could not be kidnapped by the opposition party men. He also disclosed that 8 K.S.P. M.P.As would support the A.L. coalition govt.
(Identical)
Stt. of D 165 (CA) dt. 19.9.58 Pages 199-200
The agent reports on 19.9.58 that a secret discussion was held on 19.9.58 at the residence of Sk. Mujibur Rahman. During discussion Sk. Mujibur Rahman disclosed that Miyan Abdul Hafiz, former Chief Whip K.S.P. Coalition joined the A.L. on 19.9.58. Ten Congress M.P.A who broke away from the A.L. Coalition govt. were expected to come back to the Coalition govt. It was further disclosed that Mr. Muhammadullah, office secy. E.P.A.L. was given nomination to contest in the vacant seat of the N.A. caused by the death of Mr. Nurul Haq Chaudhuri M.P. Sk. Mujibur Rahman abused the speaker, E.P. Assembly for not placing no Confidence motion against him (Speaker) on the 20th Sept. 1958 in the agenda of the Assembly.
(Identical)
Stt. of D 165 (CA) dt. 29.9.58 P-202-204
The agent reports on 29.9.58 that a secret informal meeting of the members of the executive committee of E.P.A.L. was held on 28.9.58 at 30, Jinnah Avenue, Dacca. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & 6 others attended it. The meeting discussed the organisational matters & the present political situation of the country. Sk. Mujibur Rahman expressed that a negotiation was made by Manik Miyan, editor, Ittefak with Mr. Ataur Rahman Khan to take Azizul Haq @ Nanna Miyan in the Cabinet, but the same was vehemently objected by Sk. Mujibur Rahman. He further disclosed that Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy was busy in discussing the expansion of the Central Cabinet with R.P. Parliamentary Party & that the A.L. might join the Central Cabinet. Sk. Mujibur Rahman also pointed out that the necessary arrangements were going to be made to place Dr. K.S. Alam under suspension as he did not give proper treatment to Mr. Shahed Ali M.P.A., Dy. Speaker, E.P. Assembly when he was admitted to D.M. college Hospital with injuries.
On 29.9.58 Sk. Mujibur Rahman wrote an official letter to Mr. Ataur Rahman, the then Chief Minister, E.P. requesting him to direct his colleagues to discourage the A.L. workers to come to Dacca every now & then to see the ministers for personal interest. He requested the workers to engage themselves in organisational works deeply as the Genl. Election in Pakistan was knocking at the door. It was further disclosed that Sk. Mujibur Rahman was directed by the A.L. Chief (Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy) to go to Karachi on 30.9.58 to have a secret discussion on the expansion of the Central Cabinet.
Secret
(Identical)
–
26
Petition from Sheikh Mujibur Rahman to Superintendent, In-charge, Central Telegraph Office, Dacca.
Dacca, 4 November 1958
Secret
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 70/Con. dt. 4.11.58.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Petition from security prisoner Mr. Sheikh Majibur Rahman addressed to the Supdt. In charge, Central Telegraph office is enclosed herewith in original for favour of disposal.
Sd/-4.11.58.
Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
–
27
SSP, IB asked for up-to-date reference notes on Sheikh Mujibur Rahman from SP, DIB, Faridpur.
Faridpur, 5 November 1958
Secret/Express.
No. 13933 dt. 5.11.58.
606-48 P.F. (E)
S.P. D.I.B. Faridpur
Sub: Detention of Sk. Mujibur Rahman S/O Sk. Lutfor Rahman of Gopalganj, Faridpur and of Dacca under the E.P. Prevention of Prejudicial Acts Ordinance, 1958.
Please send the up-to-date Reference Notes on the subject together with the views of the D.M. an immediately.
Sd/- 5.11
DS VI For SS II
–
28
Summon on security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman sent to Dacca Central Jail to produce him before Court of Special Judge, Dacca. As his production might create undesired situation, advice was given to move petition to the court for permission to examine him inside jail. However Jail Super reported that Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and Abul Mansoor Ahmed would be produced before court of sub-divisional officer on 21.11.1958.
Dacca, 8 November 1958
Secret
Immediate
Government of East Pakistan.
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 101/Con. dt. 8.11.58.
To
The Deputy Inspector- General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan,
Dacca.
Sub: Summons to security prisoner Sheik Mujibar Rahman to depose before the Court of Spl. Judge, Dacca Division, Dacca.
The summons in duplicate of the above named security prisoner are enclosed herewith for favour of censor and return for service.
Please also let this office know whether the said security prisoner will be produced before the court on the date and time fixed.
Sd/-
Superintendent,
for Dacca Central Jail.
606-48 PF (E)
of Sk. M. Rahman
DS VI
Perusal Pl. of the papers below. For orders pl. Sd/-11.11.58.
SSII
Perusal pl. of the summons on Sk. Mujibur Rahman as a witness in a case on the Court of Special Judge Dacca Division on 20.11.58.
The production of the witness now detained as an S. prisoner in an open court might cause an agitation or might give him chance to contact with undesirable persons.
If approved, the Public Prosecutor may move the court to order the examination of the witness within the precincts of the Dacca Central Jail.
D.I.G. may like to see.
Sd/-11.11.58.
I agree. To D.I.G. for approval. Sd/-11.11
Approved. Sd/-11.11.58.
Secret
No. 14383 dt. 12.11.58. 606-48 P.F.
To
Supdt. of D.C. Jail.
Sub: Service of Summons on S. Prisoner Sheik Mujibur Rahman.
Ref: Your memo no. 101/con. dt. 8.11.58.
In returning herewith summons in duplicate after due censor for service. I would state that the S. Prisoner should not be produced before the court.
The public prosecutor, Dacca, is being requested to move the trying court to order examination of the S. Prisoner within the precincts of the D.C. Jail.
Sd/-
for D.I.G. I.B
Side note: Another Below pl. Sd/-12/11
Secret
No. 14382 dt. 12.11.58. 606-48 P.F.
To
The Public Prosecutor, Dacca.
Subject: Summons on S. Prisoner Sk. Mujibar Rahman to depose as a witness.
The above S. prisoner now detained in the D.C. Jail has been summoned to appear as a witness before the Court of Spl. Judge Dacca Division on 20.11.58 to depose on a case against A.R.M. Enamul Haq, Chief Inspector Boiler, u/s 165A P.P.C. It has, however, been decided that the S. Prisoner should not be allowed to appear before an open Court, for security reasons.
I would, therefore, request you to please move the trying Court to order examination of the witness within the precincts of the Dacca Central Jail.
Sd/-12.11
For D.I.G. I.B.
Secret
Immediate
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 149/Con. dt. 19.11.58.
To
The Inspector-General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
I am to report for your information that state prisoner M/S Sheikh Majibur Rahman and Abul Mansoor Ahmed are to be produced before the court of Sub- Divisional Officer (s), Dacca in connection with Anti-Corruption case- u/s 5A of E. Pak. Ordinance LXXII/58 and 5(2) of Act II /47 on 21.11.58.
Sd/-19.11
Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Secret
Immediate
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 168/ Con. Dated. 24.11.58
To
The Deputy Inspector General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
I am to report for your information that political prisoners M/S Sheikh Majibur Rahman and Abul Mansoor Ahmed are to be produced before the court of Sub- Divisional Officer (s) Dacca in connection with Anti-corruption case u/s 5A of East Pakistan Ordinance LXXII/58 5(2) of Act II/47 on 26.11.58.
Sd/-2.12
(W.A. Chaudhury)
For Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Secret
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca central jail.
Memo No. 185/Con. dated. 27.11.58.
To
The Deputy Inspector- General of Police,
I.B. East Pakistan, Dacca.
I am to report for your information that political prisoners M/S Sheikh Majibur Rahman and Abul Munsoor Ahmed are to be produced before the court of sub- divisional officer (s) Dacca in connection with Anti-corruption case u/s 5A of East Pakistan ordinance LXXII/58 5(2) of Act 11/47 on 29-11-58.
Sd/-
For Superintendent,
Dacca central jail.
Secret
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca central jail.
Memo No. 228/Con. Dated. 6.12.58.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Sub: Summons to security prisoner Shaik Majibur Rahman to depose before the court of Spl. Judge, Dacca Division, Dacca.
The summons in duplicate of the above named security prisoner are enclosed herewith for favour of censor and return for service.
Please also let this office know whether the said security prisoner will be produced before the court on the date and time fixed.
Sd/-6.12
For Superintendent,
Dacca central jail.
CENSOR CERTIFICATE
No. 36 A(1) Date of receipt 6.12.58.
Letter dated Summons dt. 27.11.58 (issue date)
From: S.Prisoner, Terrorist/U.T., Convict, Ord.- Illegible Special Judge, Dacca Division.
To: S.Prisoner, Terrorist/U.T., Convict, Ord.- Shaikh Mujibar Rahman of D.C. Jail, Dacca
Memo: Dacca Central Jail/C/O D.I.G., I.B. 228/Con. dt. 6.12.58.
Remarks of Censor Officer. May be passed.
D.S.VI
Perusal pl. This is a summon issued by Spl. Judge, Dacca Division meant for S. Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman may be passed.
Sd/-S.I.
6.12.58
Ref 606-48 P.F.
To ascertain the position of I.B. letter no.14382/606-48 P.F. dt. 12.11.58 as regards the production of S. Pr. Sk. Majibur Rahman to an open court for deposition.
As ordered I contacted Mr. T. Ahmed, P.P. and the Spl. Judge, Dacca today in connection with the production of S. Pr. Sk. Majibar Rahman to the court to depose in a case agst. A.R.M. Enamul Huq u/s 165A. P.P.C.
The judge opined that it does not look nice for the sake of justice and the H. High Court may take exception to it. So for the fair play of justice, it is advised, (as told by the judge) that the witness may be brought in the Court and Police may take any security measure if necessary. P.P. further told me personally to take information about the development of the case 3 or 4 days before the scheduled date of the trial. If it is considered unfavorable from the security point of view, arrangements for taking his deposition can be made in the Central Jail, Dacca.
Wahed Ali
S.I., I.B
10.12.58.
Secret
East Pakistan Form No. 1.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN OFFICE OF the DIG of Police
Intelligence BRANCH.
To
Maps or plans Suptd. D.C. Jail. Dacca- To be marked for takid
Spare copies- Department Branch
Class of paper- Subject: Summons to S.Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman to depose as a witness before the Court of SPL. Judge, Dacca Div., Dacca.
Collection No.
Number and year of File
Serial number on File
Reply – Reminders issued:- Date of despatch
Received- 1st No. – dated
No. Date.- 2nd No. – dated
3rd No. – dated
Ref: Your memo No. 228/con. dt.
6.12.58
No. 16069/606-48 P.F (E), dated 15.12.58
Enclosures:-
In returning herewith the summons in duplicate of the above named S.Pr. for service, I am to inform you that the subject should not be produced before an open court on security grounds.
The Public Prosecutor is being requested to move the trying court to order examination of the subject within the precincts of the D.C. Jail.
Sd/-15.12.58
For D.I.G., I.B.
Side note: Below another pl. Done pl. Sd/-15.12
Secret
No. 16068 dt. 15.12.58
Public Prosecutor, Dacca
Sub: Summons on S.Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman to depose as a witness in the court of SPL. Judge. Dacca Division on 22.12.58.
In continuation of this office memo No. 14382 dt. 12.11.58. I am to inform you that the subject cannot be produced before an open court on security grounds.
I would, therefore, request you to please move the trying court to order examination of the witness within the precincts of the D.C. Jail.
Sd/-13.12.58
For D.I.G., I.B.
Side note: Done pl. Sd/-15.12
–
29
Sheikh Fazilatunnessa applied to DIG, IB to meet her husband Sheikh Mujibur Rahman at Dacca Central Jail along with family members and others. They were allowed to have an interview.
Dacca, 10 November 1958
Begum Mujibur Rahman
North of Siddheswari High School
RAMNA, DACCA.
DATED 10.11.58.
To
The Dy. I.G., I.B., Govt. of E. Pakistan.
Sir,
I have the honour to request you to kindly allow me to see my husband Sk. Mujibur Rahman, now detained in Dacca Central Jail along with my four children (1) Hasina, (2) Kamal, (3) Jamal, (4) Rehana and Mr. Mominul Huq, brother of my husband and Mr. Abul Hossain, formerly his Private Secretary tomorrow the 11th November, 1958.
Thanking you.
Yours faithfully,
F. Nessa.
(Fazilatun Nessa)
10.11.58.
By SPL. Messenger.
No. 14256 dt. 11. XI. 58.
To
Begum Mujibur Rahman
North of Siddheswari High School
Ramna, Dacca.
Ref: Your petition dt. 10.11.58 praying for an interview with Sk. Mujibur Rahman.
You are requested to state the ages of your children mentioned in the petition.
Sd/-11.11.58.
For D.I.G. I.B.
Begum Mujibur Rahman
North of Siddheswari High School
RAMNA, DACCA.
DATED 12.11.58.
To
The Dy. I.G., I.B., Govt. of E. Pakistan, Dacca.
Sir,
With reference to your letter no. 14256 dated 11th November, 1958. I beg to furnish herewith the ages of my children noted against
their names: –
1) Hasina…. 10 years 11 months (approximately)
2) Kamal…. 8 years 10 months (approximately)11
3) Jamal… 5 years 8 months (approximately)
4) Rehana… 2 years 11 months (approximately)
Thanking You.
Yours faithfully,
F. Nessa.
(Fazilatun Nessa)
Confidential.
No. 14600 dt. 17.11.58 /606-48 P.F. (E)
Suptd. D.C. Jail, Dacca.
In forwarding herewith a petition dt. 10.11.58 from Fazilatun Nessa, I am to inform you that the interview may be allowed on a date fixed by you in presence of an I.B. officer.
The party and this office may please be informed accordingly.
Sd/-15.11
For D.I.G. I.B
Confidential
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 150/Con. dt. 19.11.58.
To
Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa
North of Siddeswari High School,
Ramna, Dacca.
You and six others named below are hereby allowed to have an interview with security prisoner Mr. Sk. Majibur Rahman in the jail gate at 9-AM on 20-11-58.
Name of six others:-
1. Hasina
2. Kamal
3. Jamal
4. Rehana
5. Mr. Maminul Haq
6. Mr. Abul Hussain.
Sd/-
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 150/1/Con. dt. 19.11.58.
Copy forwarded to the Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., East Pakistan, Dacca with reference to his no. 14600/606-48 PF (E) dt. 17.11.58.
An I.B. Officer may kindly be deputed to attend the interview on the date and time fixed.
Sd/-19/11
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Side note: Received at 11-5 A.M. from R.D. Sd/-20.11.58.
As ordered I had been to the Central Jail, Dacca and attended the interview held between S.Pr. Sk. Majibar Rahman and his wife and others on 20.11.58 from about 10.15 hrs. to about 10.35 hrs. They talked on personal and domestic affairs including his release in which there appeared nothing objectionable from the I.B. point of view.
Wahed Ali
SI. I.B
20.11.58.
–
30
Books censored and passed for delivery to Sheikh Mujibur Rahman at Dacca Central Jail.
Dacca, 12 November 1958
Confidential
No. 14339 dt. 12.11.58./606-48 P.F.
To
The Supdt. Dacca Central Jail, Dacca.
I send herewith the following books meant for the State Prisoner Sk. Mujibar Rahman. The books were deposited to this office by his wife and were duly censored and passed for delivery.
(1) Self- Restraint.
Self Indulgence.
(2) In the High Yemen.
(3) Sense and Sensibility.
(4) Sixty Days in America.
(5) Marutirtha Hinglaj.
(6) Pathe Prabashe.
Sd/- 11.11.58
for S.S. I.B. E.P.
–
31
Leaflet from Kabejuddin Ahmad, President, Awami League, Bogra to Sheikh Mujibur Rahman about formation of Reception Committee in connection with auspicious visit of HS Suhrawardy to Bogra.
Bogra, 17 November 1958
English translation of a Bengali leaflet (printed) dt. nil from Kabejuddin Ahmed, B.L., President, Awami Muslim League, Bogra to Mvi. Mujibur Rahman, Secy. E.P.A.M. League, 94, Nawabpur Rd., Dacca.
Formation of Reception Committee in connection with the auspicious visit of Awami League Leader Janab Sahid Suhrawardy to Bogra. Awami Muslim League Bogra – In a meeting at District Awami Muslim League Office on 2.1.53 under the presidency of Janab Kabejuddin, Pleader, in connection with the August visit of Janab Sahid Suhrawardy to Bogra a strong Reception Committee has been unanimously formed with the following persons:-
1. Janab Mujiruddin Ahmed – President. Editor “Nishan” – Commissioner Municipality, Bogra.
2. Md. Alimuddin Muktear, President Town Awami League Bogra. Vice President
3. Kabejuddin Ahmad. B.L.- Vice President
4. Mosharraf Husain Mandal, -Commissioner Municipality, Bogra. Vice President.
5. Moslemuddin Ahmed, B.L. – Vice President.
6. Janab Bazlur Rahman Munshi – Vice President and Treasurer.
7. Janab Sirajul Islam,Secy. Dist. Awami League. – Secretary.
8. Janab Fakir Lockman Hakim, Secy. Town Awami League.
9. Janab Hamnal Rashid – Asst. Secy.
10. Janab Abdul Matin – Publicity Secy.
11. Abdur Rahim Sawdagar, Commr. Municipality Bogra.
12. Syed Mahfuzar Rahman.
Members
1. Janab Jasmatullah Ahmed Muktear.
2. Janab Meheruddin Ahmed -B.L.
3. Janab Tasimuddin Ahmed Muktear.
4. Janab Golam Rahman Sardar.
5. Janab Amiruddin Ahmed.
6. Janab Mozaffar Rahaman.
7. Janab Lutfar Rahman, B.L.
8. Janab Hamidur Rahman.
9. Janab Jahiruddin Munshi, Muktear
10. Janab Nizamuddin Ahmed.
11. Janab Jahiruddin Ahmed Muktear.
12. Janab Dilwar Hussain Ahmed, Muktear.
Pandal Sub-Committee
1. Janab Abdur Rahim Saudagar.
2. Janab Hamidur Rahman.
3. Janab Nizamuddin Ahmed.
Finance Sub-Committee
1. Janab Majiruddin Ahmed.
2. Janab Lutfar Rahman, B.L.
3. Janab Kabejuddin Ahmed -B.L.
4. Janab Fakir Lockman Hakim.
5. Janab Serajul Islam.
Programme of present work.
1. The daily collection of money should be deposited with the treasurer.
2. Further resolved that any such collection made by A.K. Muzibar Rahman must be deposited with the treasurer at once, otherwise action shall be taken against him.
3. People are requested not to pay any kind of money to A.K. Mujibar Rahman.
4. Both the Secretaries of the above Reception Committee are requested to see that the proceeding of this meeting is published in the local and provincial news papers and a copy is sent to the provincial President and Secretary each.
Sd. Kajibuddin Ahmad B.L.
President.
Published by Janab Serajul Islam, Secy. Dist. Awami League, Bogra. Banee Press, Bogra (E. Pak) 235-500.
–
32
Petitions from Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, M Nurul Huda, Md. Sultan and Sheikh Fazilatunnessa to DIG, IB to have interview between them. Petitions of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and Sheikh Fazilatunnessa were allowed.
Dacca, 21 November 1958
Secret
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 158/Con. dt. 21.11.58.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Sub: Prayer for an interview.
Sending herewith three petitions from security prisoner Mr. Sk. Majibur Rahman & two others named below to your address in original for fovour of disposal.
Name of two others:-
1. M. Nurul Huda.
2. Md. Sultan.
Sd/-21.11.
Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail
Side note: D.S. Two copies pl. Sd/- 22.11 Done Pl. 22.11
To
The D.I.G. I.B. EAST Pakistan. Dacca 21.11.59
Through the Superintendent Central Jail, Dacca.
Sir,
I want to have an interview with my wife Mrs. Fazilaton Nesa, my four children and my cousin Mominul Hoque.
I will be glad if you kindly grant the interview and inform them. According to rules I am eligible to get two interviews in a month. I will be grateful if you kindly inform the Jail Authority to arrange the interview in such a way that I can get it that after fifteen days.
With best regards.
Yours Sincerely
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Security Prisoner,
Central Jail Dacca.
21.11.58.
The Address of my wife
Mrs. Fazilaton Nessa
C/o Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
In front of Shideshwary Boys H.E. School.
Shideshwary Dacca.
Secret
East Pakistan Form No. 3.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
OFFICE OF the D.I.G. of Police
Intelligence BRANCH
No. 14881/606-48 P.F. (E)
From:
To : Suptd. D.C. Jail, Dacca. Dated 22.11.58
Ref: Your Memo No. 150/con. dt. 19.11.58.
I write to inform you that the information of the interview between State Prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman and Mrs. Fazilutun Nessa was received in this office after the appointed time fixed for the interview causing great inconvenience to the party and this office.
I would, therefore, request you to kindly inform this office well in time of any interview so that officer’s may be arranged from here.
Sd/-21.11
for D.I.G. I.B
DS VI
Perusal Pl. of the petition from Mrs. F. Nessa wife of S. Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman praying for an interview with the subject. We have already received a petition from S. Pr. himself wherein you have suggested to grant the interview on 6.12.58. The paper was put up to SSII on 24.11.58 for approval of your suggestion. For orders pl.
Sd/- 25.11.58
D.I.G.
Perusal pl.
The petitioner had an interview with her husband along with her children & two others (S. prisoner’s cousin & Abul Hossain his previous private Secretary) on 20.11.58.
The S. prisoner submitted a petition for an interview with his wife, children & a cousin, in usual course. We have suggested the interview to be granted on 6.12.58. (Papers are said to have been put up SS II)
Petitioner’s wife now wants a special interview with her husband, along with Abul Hussain.
Submitted for orders.
Sd/- 25.11 DSVI
Confidential
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan
Lalbagh, Dacca, the 26.11.1958
No. 15135
To
N. Nematullah, Esq., B.A., B.L.,
Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail, Dacca.
Kindly allow Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa (2) Mr. Abul Hussain of North of Siddheswari High School, Ramna, Dacca to have an interview as a special case with political prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman at 4 P.M. on 28.11.58 in presence of an I.B. Officer.
The party has been informed.
Memo. No. 15135/1
for Dy. Inspector General of Police,
I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Copy forwarded to Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa, North of Siddheswari High School Ramna, Dacca for information.
Sd/- 26.11.58
for Dy. Inspector General of Police,
I.B. East Pakistan, Dacca.
To
The Dy. I.G., I.B., Govt. of E. Pak. Dacca.
Sir,
I have the honour to state that my eldest son is suffering from various troubles and I am also required to consult my husband Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in connection with his Jeep Insurance, fire arms licenses etc.
You are, therefore, requested to kindly permit me and Mr. Abul Hossain, his Private Secretary to see my husband tomorrow the 25th instant.
This matter may kindly be treated as very urgent.
Thanking you.
Yours faithfully,
F. Nessa
(Fazilatun Nessa)
North of Siddheswari High School,
Ramna, Dacca.
Secret
Ref. File no. 606-48 P.F. (Loose) of Sk. Mujibur Rahman Security officer.
D.S. VI
Sir,
As ordered I attended the party interview of Security Prisoner Sk Mujibar Rahman Son of Lutfar Rahman of Tangipara, P.S. Gopalganj, Dt. Faridpur at the Dacca Central Jail on 28.11.58 from 16.10 hrs. to 16.30 hrs. with his wife Fazilatun Nessa and his personal Assistant Abul Hussain, in presence of an officer of the D.C. Jail.
In course of their talk on domestic affairs during the time the wife of Sk. Mujibar Rahman informed him that it was not possible for her with children to reside in the quarter at Sedheswari, Dacca which is situated in a jungly place and there is no water in it. She also stated that she also engaged many dalals (Brokers) to secure a better quarter for her in a better place, but none could secure any one in any better place. She said that dalals reported to her that no house owner was willing to accommodate the family of Sk. Mujibar Rahman in their house. In reply Sk. Mujibar Rahman said that if no suitable house is available for them, they should go home after the final Annual Examination of their children is over. She also asked Sk. Mujibar Rahman in respect of renewal of Licence of his pistol and gun On reply Sk. Mujibar Rahman told his PA. Abul Husain to consult with the local Thana officer in this respect as to whether the pistol and gun may be deposited in Thana for safe custody, and if they are deposited in Thana, whether renewal of licence for them is necessary now? If those pistol and gun cannot be deposited in Thana they should be sold to any other person who is willing to purchase them. She enquired further about the payment of installment of the land, which was proposed to purchase from Government at Dhanmandi residential area, Dacca. On reply Sk. Mujibar Rahman directed his P.A. to submit a petition to Govt. praying further time for payments of the installment. His P.A. Abul Husain said that the document of agreement with the Government for the land has been seized and taken by the Police at the time of his arrest (Sk. Mujibur Rahman). At this stage how it would be possible for him to make correspondence with the Govt. without reference number of the land. Sk. Mujibur Rahman instructed him to consult with the Thana officer to get the reference of the land. There is nothing interesting to add in this report.
Y.O.S.
Sd/-29.11.58.
S.I., I.B., Dacca.
Confidential
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan
Lalbagh,
Dacca, the 1.12.1958.
No. 15336
To
N. Nematullah, Esq., B.A., B.L.,
Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail, Dacca.
Kindly allow Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa (11) Hasina (3) Kamal (4) Jamal (5) Rehana (6) Mr. Mominul Haq of North of Siddeswari High School, Ramna, Dacca to have an interview with political prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman at 4 P.M. on 6.12.58 in presence of an I.B. Officer.
The party has been informed.
for Dy. Inspector-General of Police,
I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Memo No. 15336/1
Copy forwarded to Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa, North of Siddeswari High School, Ramna, Dacca for information.
Sd/- 1.12.58
for Dy. Inspector-General of Police,
I.B., East Pakistan, Dacca
I beg to report that on 6.12.58 between the hours of 16.21 & 17.00, I attended the interview held amongst Mr. Mujibar Rahman Sr. Prs. & his wife (1) Fazilat-un-Nesa, his son (2) Jamal & (3) brother Mr. Mominul Haque.
They all discussed on their house hold affairs and nothing of any political nature.
Sd/-8.12.58
–
33
Manager, ‘Goan Tribune’ Bombay sent fortnightly news paper to security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in Dacca Central Jail, censor officer opined in favor of delivery but withheld on the plea of it was not in the approved list of newspaper and periodicals. Bombay, 27 November 1958
CENSOR CERTIFICATE
No. 15……..
No. 29 A (4) Date of receipt 27.11.58.
Letter dated – Goan Tribune dt. 16.11.58.
From: S. Prisoner, Terrorist/U.T., Covnict, Ord. – Manager, Goan Tribune Bombay.
To: S. Prisoner, Terrorist/U.T., Covnict, Ord. – Sk. Mujibur Rahman D.C. Jail, Dacca.
Memo: Dacca Central Jail, C/O D.I.O, I.B.-179/Con dt. 26.11.58.
Remarks of Censor Officer. May be passed.
D.S. VI.
Perusal pl. This is a fortnight English dt. 16.11.58 published from Bombay, India and is not in the approved list of news paper and periodicals etc. Nothing appears to be objectionable. For orders pl. as to its disposal.
Sd/- SI 27.11.58.
This should not pass to the S.Pr. Show SS II pl.
Sd/- 28.11
Side note: DS. VI may please discuss. Sd/-28.11
Discussed this is not in the text & so it is not to go as proposed. Sd/- 29.11
GOAN TRIBUNE
KAMANI CHAMBERS,
Nicol Road, Ballard Estate,
BOMBAY-1.
DPI/125
Mr. Sk. Majibur Rahman,
Minister for Labour,
at Central Jail, Dacca
–
34
Report on situation in and around court on arrival of ex-minister Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and ex-central minister Abul Mansoor Ahmed at court. Two minor sons, one minor daughter and ex- secretary of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman met and talked to him. IB authority asked explanation from Court Inspector under what authority security prisoners were allowed to talk to outsiders except lawyer.
Dacca, 1 December 1958
D.S.VI.
As ordered I had been at the court of S.D.O South on 29.11.58. Ex-Central Minister, Abul Munsur Ahmed and Sk. Majibur Rahman, (Ex-Minister) reached the Court between 13.10. to 13.45 hrs. Sk. Majibur Rahman took his rest in the chamber of Court Inspector and Abul Munsur Ahmed was in the Police Barrack. They came under Police escort party by prison van and left the court in same arrangement at about 19.30 hrs.
About 150 persons assembled near the Court. The following were known amongst them.
1. Quamruzzaman, Ex-MPA.
2. Abdul Wadud Patwari.
3. Mahbub Anam – Sons of Abul Munsur Ahmed.
4. Manjur Anam – Sons of Abul Munsur Ahmed.
5. Makbul Anam- Sons of Abul Munsur Ahmed.
6. Abdul Jabbar Khaddar.
7. Rafique Ullah Chowdhury Ex President, E.P. S.L.
8. Azahar Ali (Genl. Secy. EPSL.)
9. Nasim Ali of 65, D.N. Sen Rd. (Ex. Y.L.)
10. Abdul Aziz (Ex. Secy, E.Pak Socialist Party.)
11. Mir Hossain Khan (Ex. Y.L.)
12. Golum Mortuza of (Ex-Gana Natya Sangha).
13. Kazi Motahar Hossain Choudhury, (Ex. G.D.)
14. Jalal Uddin Molla (Ex. A.L.).
15. Moulana Abdus Salam- Ex.A.L.
16. Moulana Rahul Amin, Contractor.
17. Serajul Islam, brother of Yar Md.
18. Majibur Rahman of Rajshahi (Ex.M.P.A.)
19. Anowar Ali of Islampur.
20. Sahiduddin Eskandar @ Kachi of S.M. Hall & of Noakhali (E.P.S.L.)
21. Abul Hossain (Ex. Secy. of Majibur Rahman) -He came with two minor sons and one minor daughter of the subject. The boys and the daughter saw their father (Sk. Majibur Rahman).
22. Proprietor of Caf-E-Siraj at Nowabpur. The following persons saw Abul Munsur Ahmed & Sk. Majibur Rahman and Korban Ali and Nooruddin, Proprietor of Green & White Co. and pleased in the Court for their bail.
1. Jahiruddin Ahmed (Ex. Central Minister).
2. M.A. Azam, Advocate., (3) A.T. M. Mostafa (Bar-at- Law).
4. Kazi Golam Mahbib, Advocate (Ex.A.L.).
Quamruzzaman (Ex. M.P.A.) and Nasim Ali (Ex.Y.L. of 65, D.N. Sen. Rd.) came with garlands in their hand with a view to garland Sk. Majibur Rahman, Abul Mansur Ahmed, Korban Ali and Nooruddin (Ex.M.PA.). But they went back with the garlands as S.D.O. (South) kept pending the judgment of bail move till Monday next. (1.12.58). Quamruzzaman and Majibur Rahman (Ex.M.PA.) shook hands with Abul Munsur Ahmed while he got down from Van. Manjur Anam and his youngest brother (Sons of Abul Munsur Ahmed) saw their father while he was getting down from the prison Van.
Moslim Ali Mollah, Ex. M.P.A., and Abul Khayer and Badsha Mian of …(missing from the original document due to page damage) Bandar (who arrested by Anti-corruption dept.) also came to the Court and left under Police escort party by Prison Van, but they were not produced before the court of S.D.O.
Abul Munsur Ahmed gave a signature in a check book in presence of S.D.O., South with his permission to withdraw a some of rupees from the bank.
It was taken by Manjur Anam, the son of subject (Abul Mansur Ahmed)
may pl. like to see.
Sd/- O/c Watch.
dt. 1.12.58
Submitted.
Sd/- Masir Uddin Ahmed.,
S.I., I.B.,
1.12.58.
S.S.II.
Perusal pl. particularly of the portions sidelined. They be considered for D.R. If
approved.
S.D.R.
Sd/- M.B. Karim. 1.12.
Extracts to P.Fs.
Sd/- A. Hafiz. 4.12.
Sd/- A. Hafiz.
1.12.
Copy of report dated 30.11.58 of W.C. Wajih Muhammad of D.I.B., Dacca.
I beg to report that on 29.11.58 between 07.35 hrs. and 20.30 hrs. I along with W.C. Qazi Shafiuddin performed the unobtrusive watch duty upon the suspect Sk. Mujibur Rahman and Abul Mansur Ahmad at Court Hajat and S.D.O. (S) Court.
Between 13.00 hrs. and 13.45 hrs. they came at the court hajat compound from D.C. Jail by the prisoners’ van, sitting by drivers side. After their arrival at court hajat compound, Sk. Mujibur Rahman was kept in Court Inspector’s room and Abul Mansur Ahmad was kept at Court Constables’ barrack.
Before their arrival many (about 150) unknown A.L. workers were assembled and waited there to see them. Amongst them the following were known:-
1. Advocate Zahiruddin Ahmad, (2) Advocate M.A. Azam, (3) A.T.M. Mustafa, Bar-at-Law, (4) Qazi Ghulam Mahbub, (5) Jalaluddin Mollah, (6) Aftabuddin Bhuiyan, ex-M.P.A. and of 80, Nawabpur Rd., (7) Mahibus Samad, ex- M.P.A. came by car No. E.B.D.80, (8) Kamruzzaman, ex-President, E.P.Y.L. and ex-M.P.A. of 71, Radhika Mohan Basak Road, (9) Abdul Jabbar Khaddar and his son (10) M.A. Wadud Patwari, (11) Mujibur Rahman, Ex-M.P.A. of Rajshahi (12) Rafiqullah Chaudhuri, ex-President, E.P.S.L., (13) Md. Azhar Ali, ex-G.S., and of S.M. Hall,(14) Shahidudin Iskander @ Kachi ex- E.P.S.L. and of S. M. Hall. (15) Dewan Shafiqul Alam, ex-V.P., Iqbal Hall, (16) Shah Muazzam Husain of J.N. College, (17) Motahar Husain Chaudhuri, ex-G.D., (18) Maulana Ruhul Amin and Abul Qasim of 27, Court House St., (19) Maulana Abdus Salam, (20) Ghulam Martuza, (21) Mahbub Anam, Manzur Anam s/o Abul Mansur Ahmad came by car No. KAA 9010, (22) Anwar Ali (Goonda) of Islampur Road, (23) Nasim Ali, ex- Y.L. of 65, Dinanath Sen Rd., (24) Mir Hussain Khan, ex-A.L. of 26/3, Madan Mohan Basak Road, (25) Abul Husain, ex-Secy. Sk. Mujibur Rahman, (26) M.A. Aziz, ex-Secy., E.P. Socialist Party.
The above mentioned known persons who were assembled at the court hajat compound, met and talked with Mujibur Rahman, Abdul Mansur Ahmad at their arrival, and at Court Ijlash in different times. Abul Husain, ex-Secy. of Sk. Mujibur Rahman came by Jeep No.E.B.D. 111 with two minor sons and one minor daughter of Sk. Mujibur Rahman, met with him and talked with him about one hour in the court Inspector’s room. They also supplied tea and light refreshment to Sk. Mujibur Rahman. Sk. Mujibur Rahman and Abul Mansur Ahmad were produced before S.D.O. (S) Court between 17.00 and 19.15 hrs. But the result of their bail motion was not declared, as it is reserved till Monday (1.12.58).
Kamruzzaman, Nasim Ali and three unknown persons came with garlands in their hand to offer them. But they did not offer garlands to them, as the bail was not granted.
Moslem Ali Mollah, ex-M.P.A. of A.L., Kurban Ali, Ex-Dy. Chief Whip, Nuruddin Ahmad and Badsha Goonda also came in the court hajat and they were also produced before S.D. (S) court at the same time. At about 19.30 hrs. they and Sk. Mujibur Rahman and Abul Mansur Ahmad left court for D.C. Jail by prisoners’ van. This is for favour of your kind information.
Secret
No. 9797/100-49.
District Intelligence Branch
Dacca, the 4th December, 1958.
Copy forwarded to Moinuddin, Esqr., P.S.P.,S.S.(I), I.B.,E.P., Dacca for information.
Sd/-4.12.58
(A.J. Chaudhury).
for Addl. Supdt. of Police,
D.I.B., Dacca.
Secret.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
OFFICE OF The D.I.G. of Police
Intelligence BRANCH.
No. 15860/606-48 P.F. (E)
From:
To : Addl. S.P., D.I.B., Dacca.
Subject: Ref: Your Memo No 9797 dt. 4.12.58.
Dated. 11.12.58.
You are requested to ascertain from the Court Inspector Dacca under what authority the outsiders were allowed to talk with the Prisoners (Except the Lawyers) and Sk. Mujibur Rahman was allowed to talk with Abul Hussain for about an hour and take tea and refreshments supplied by him.
Sd/- 10.12
D.S.VI for S.S.II
–
35
Anonymous letter written to Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in Dacca Central Jail appears to be written by a man of unsound mind.
Dacca, 2 December 1958
CENSOR CERTIFICATE
No. 32 A (I)
Date of receipt: 2.12.58.
Letter dated: Nil
From S. Prisoner, Terrorist/U.T., Covnict, Ord.- Name not mentioned.
To : S. Prisoner, Terrorist/U.T., Covnict, Ord.- Shaikh Mujibur Rahman D.C.
Jail, Dacca.
Memo: Daca Central Jail/C/O D.I.G., I.B.-199/Con. dt. 1.12.58.
Remarks of Censor Officer. May be passed.
D.S.VI,
Perusal pl. It contains matter other than private. It is presumed that it has been written by some head cracked. May be withheld.
Sd/-S.I.
2.12
আমি মন্তাজ ভুলিতেছি আপনী ভাতিনী কথা সুনেন কিনা আমারে আজ তিন ভৎসর জাভত উপরে উরাজাহাজ থাকিয়া দূরভিন ও মানুসের ছায়া দিয়া মারিতেছে সভ আওয়াজে জিঃ গা সা করিলে সুনিতে পাইভেন মন্তাজ নাম মানুস পীর আউলিয়া হয় আমি এবাদত করিয়া সকলের উপর দিয়া হইয়াছি এই জন্যে সভ এমেলে মিনিষ্ঠারা আমারে হিংসা করিয়া মারিতেছে আপনী জানেন কিনা আমার ভিতর হইতে ভাতিনী কথা হয় সভ সমায় আপনা জাংহির করিয়া ইতিহাস লন ও ভিচার দরিভেন এক মিনিট আপনারে জেলে রাখিতে পারিভনা জাংহির করিয়া ভুলিলে উরা জাহাজ নামিতে হয় ৬/৭ টি উরু জাহাজ আছে উপরে আপনী ইনকুয়ারি করিয়া জানিতেন দেশে প্রায় মানুষে ভাতিনী কথা জানে আমি ঢাকা খেলি…(missing from the original document due to page damage) ভদন এক ভারে মরিয়া জেতাহইছি এখন আমার টাকা পয়সা আটকাইয়া ও আমার পরিভার আটকাইয়া রাখিয়া আমারে মারিতেছে।
Side note: পাইভে মজিভর মিনিষ্ঠার
পত্র পাওয়া আপনী মিনিষ্ঠারে কাছেতে আমার ইতিহাস লইভেন এই কথা গুলি সভ আওয়া সুনিভেন আমারে দিয়াও আমার নামে সীনামার হল খেলা হইতেছে।
কোরান সরীফ
আমার মহাস্ত
আমারে মারিভার জন্যে তিনটি আইন করিয়া দিয়াছে হিংন্দুগ একে ফজলল হক সভ এমএলে মিনিষ্ঠির লইয়া হিন্দুরা মুসুলমান জাত জভাই দিভে কেহ দায় দাভি করিতে পারিনা হিন্দুগ ভাতা দিভে আমারও তিনটি আইন আছে ও করিয়া দিয়াছে আমি পৃথিবীর মানুস জভাই দিভু দায় দাভি করিতে পারিভন ও জেখানে টাকা চাই পাইভ ও আত্তিয়সুজন ভাত্যা আপনী জাংহির করিয়া ভিচার দরিভেন ও উরু জাহাজ নামাইভেন আমি এই তিনটি আইন আপনাকে লেখিত দিমু এখন আমার কেহ নাই আমার পরিভারের দরকার আত্তিয় আমারও আমার ছেলে মেয়ের চীর জীভনের হায়াত ভাত আমার নামে পত্র পাওয়া পত্র দিভেন আমার নাম আমি রাখিয়াছি সত্য ধর্ম্মের আল্লা সন্তার সাং কাঠাল তলী পোঃ আটি থানা কেরানী গুনজ
Secret.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 210/Con. Dated. 3.12.58.
To
The Deputy Inspector – General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan. Dacca.
In returning herewith your memo.no.15264 dated 20.11.58 I am to inform you that the letter was received in this office on 1.12.58 without any signature on it. The letter may please be returned to this office after doing the needful.
Sd/-
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Side note: Please put up through HA immediately.
No. 15586/606-48 P.F.- dt. 6.12.58
To
The Supdt. Dacca Central Jail, Dacca.
Ref: Your No. 210/Con. dt. 3.12.58.
This office memo No.15264 dt. (20/29).11.58 is returned herewith after compliance.
Sd/-5.12
D.S.6
for S.S. II, I.B.,E.P.
Side note: D.S. 6, Please see notes and orders below draft placed for appl. please. Sd/-5.12.58.
Type Section, 2 copies of notes and order below pl. Sd/-6.12.58.
–
36
Bail bonds of political prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and Abul Mansoor Ahmed returned to Sub-divisional officer after necessary action by Superintendent Dacca Central Jail. Inspector, Bureau of Anti-Corruption allowed to examine Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
Dacca, 8 December 1958
Secret.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca central jail.
Memo No. 245/Con. Dated. 8.12.58.
To
The Sub-Divisional officer, (S), Dacca
Through the Dy. Inspector General of Police I.B., Dacca.
Sub: Bail Bonds of political prisoners M/S Sheikh Majibur Rahman and Abul Munsoor Ahmed.
Two bail bonds of the above named political prisoners in connection with Anti- corruption case No.5-A. of East Pakistan ordinance LXX11/58 and U/S 5(2) of Acts 11/47 are returned herewith after taking necessary action.
Sd/-
for Superintendent,
Dacca central jail.
Secret
No. 16037/ 606-48 P.F. (E) dt. 5.12.58
S.D.O. (S), Dacca
Sub: Bail Bonds of S.Prs. M/S Sk. Mujibur Rahman and Abul Mansur Ahmad.
Two bail bonds of the above mentioned State Prisoners in connection with Anti-corruption case No. 5-A. of East Pakistan Ordinance LXXII/58 and u/s 5(2) of Acts 11/47 are returned herewith after taking necessary action.
Sd/-11.12
for D.I.G. I.B.
OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR GENERAL
BUREAU OF ANTI-CORRUPTION
EAST PAKISTAN, DACCA.
Memo. No. 14285 Dated 20.12.58.
To
The Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail, Dacca.
Sub: Service of Government Notice upon Security Prisoner Mr. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Ex- Minister, East Pakistan.
I send herewith an officer of the Bureau of Anti-Corruption for serving a Government Notice upon the above Security Prisoner.
I would, therefore, request you kindly to render necessary help to the officer in causing service of the said Notice to the prisoner concerned.
Sd/- G.S. Mollah.
20.12.58.
for Director-General,
Bureau of Anti-Corruption,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Side note: The said notice may be served. Sd/- A.S.M.
Ahmed. 20.12.58.D.I.G., I.B., Dacca.
Place copy in P.F. pl. Sd/-20.12
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police,
I.B., East Pakistan, Dacca.
Through: The Director-General, Bureau of Anti-Corruption, East Pakistan, Dacca.
Sir,
In connection with Kotwali P.S. (Dacca) case No. 41 dated 20.12.58 u/s 420/120B P.P.C. I am to examine accd. Mvi. Sheikh Majibar Rahman who is a state prisoner at Central Jail, Dacca.
I, therefore, pray that I may kindly be permitted to interview and examine the said accd. Mr. Sheikh Majibor Rahman.
Side note: Forwarded. Sd/-30.12.58 Allowed. Sd/-31.12.58.
Your obedient servant,
Sd/- 30.12.58
(Mehrab Ali Chowdhury)
Inspector,
Bureau of Anti-Corruption,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Secret/Immediate
INTELLIGENCE BRANCH, EAST PAKISTAN, LALBAGH
Dated, Dacca, the 31st December, 1958.
No.16987
To
N. Neamatullah, Esqr.,
Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail, Dacca.
Kindly allow Maulvi Mehrab Ali Choudhury, Inspector, Bureau of Anti- Corruption, East Pakistan, Dacca to examine Security Prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman in connection with Kotwali P.S. Case No. 41 dated 20.12.58 U/S 420/120B P.P.C.
Sd/-(A. Hafiz)
for Spl. Superintendent of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Memo No. 16987/1 Dated, Dacca, the 31st Dec. 1958.
191
Copy forwarded to Maulvi Mehrab Ali Choudhury, Inspector, Bureau of Anti- Corruption, East Pakistan, Dacca, for information and necessary action.
Sd/-31.12
(A. Hafiz)
for Spl. Superintendent of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Secret.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 13/Con. Dated 3.1.59.
To
The Special Superintendent of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Ref: Your No. 16987 dated 31.12.58.
As per rule 33 of the East Pakistan State Prisoners Rules, 1956 the Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B., East Pakistan, Dacca is the Proper authority to allow any Police officer to have an interview with the state prisoner in jail.
Kindly arrange to obtain permission from the D.I.G. of Police, I.B., East Pakistan, Dacca for the purpose mentioned in your memo under reference.
Sd/-
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Side note: Please put up with the letter referred to. Sd/-5.1.59.
Secret/Immediate
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan
Lalbagh, Dacca, the 5th, Jan. 1959.
No. 206
To
N. Neamatullah, Esqr.,
Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail, Dacca.
Kindly allow Maulvi Mehrab Ali Choudhury, Inspector, Bureau of Anti- Corruption, East Pakistan, Dacca to examine Security Prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman in connection with Kotwali P.S. Dacca Case No.41 dated 20.12.58 u/s 420/120B P.P.C.
Sd/-
(A. Hafiz.)
for Dy. Inspr. – Genl. of Police, I.B.
East Pakistan, Dacca.
…
Memo No. 206/1 Dated, Dacca, the 5.1.59
Copy forwarded to Maulvi Mehrab Ali Choudhury, Inspector, Bureau of Anti- Corruption, East Pakistan, Dacca, for information and necessary action.
Sd/-5.1.59 (A. Hafiz)
for Dy. Inspr. – Genl. of Police, I.B.
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Side note: Received 2 two copies, Sd/-Inspr. 5.1.59
–
37
Application of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman to DIG, IB to meet his wife, family members and others. Six petitions of other security prisoners also sent to DIG, IB by Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Dacca, 9 December 1958
To
The D.I.G, I.B., EAST Pakistan.
Through the Superintendent, Central Jail,
Dacca, 9.12.58.
Sir,
I want to have an interview with my wife Mrs. Fazilaton Nesa, my four minor children, my cousin Mr. Mominul Hoque and my Ex-Private Secretary Mr. Abul Hossain.
My three children are suffering, I am very anxious for them. I will be glad if you kindly grant the interview as soon as possible and inform them accordingly.
Address of my wife
Mrs. Fazilaton Nesa
C/o Sheikh Mujibur
In front of the
Siddhesswari H.E. School, Dacca.
Yours Sincerely,
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Security Prisoner,
Central Jail, Dacca.
Secret.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 243/Con. Dated. 9.12.58.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Sending herewith seven petitions of political prisoner Mr. Sk. Majibur Rahman & others named below to your address in original for favour of disposal.
Name of others:-
1. Mr. M. Shahidullah-1
2. M.Z. Zahidi-2
3. Ali Aksad-2
4. Dewan Mahboob Ali -1
TS
Please supply three copies. Sd/-11.12
Sd/-
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
–
38
Report on the persons and mode of payment to Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, General Secretary, EPAL.
Dacca, 11 December 1958
Copy of I.B. Officer’s Report dated 10.12.58.
…
I have the honour to report that the particulars of the parties, who paid Rs. 12,000/- and Rs. 5,000/- to Sk. Mujibur Rahman by drafts purchased at Karachi as mentioned in my report dated 3.12.58 have been received at the Habib Bank, Moulvi Bazar, Dacca from their Karachi Office. The particulars of the parties are as follows:-
1) Rs. 12,000/- was paid by MR. S. HASAN ASHRAF, Superintendent, Prime Minister’s Secretariat, Government of Pakistan, Karachi, through Habib Bank (Sadar Branch, Karachi) draft No. Sk. 24521-34 dated 6.6.57.
2) Rs. 5,000/- was paid by Mr. AFTAB AHMAD KHAN ‘PERVIN’ of near Prime Minister’s House, opposite Naval Central Surgery, Karachi, through Habib Bank (Sadar Branch, Karachi) draft No. SK. 026159-12 dated 25.1.58.
Both the drafts were deposited by the subject in his current Account in the National Bank of Pakistan, Eden Building Branch, Dacca on 14.6.57 and 4.2.58, respectively.
Secret.
INTELLIGENCE BRANCH, EAST PAKISTAN, LALBAGH
Dated Dacca, the 11th December, 1958.
No. 15869/606-48 P.F. (E)
Copy forwarded to M. Ahmed, Esq., P.S.P., Director-General, Bureau of Anti- Corruption, East Pakistan, Dacca, for information.
Sd/- 11.12.58
For (A.S.M. AHMED)
Deputy Inspector-General of Police,
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan,
Dacca.
–
39
Home ministry communicated DIG, IB that wife of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman propagating news of her husband likely to retire from politics for good. A report was asked upon enquiry to this effect.
Dacca, 11 December 1958
Secret.
Government of East Pakistan.
Home (Political) Department.
No. 4021-Poll/S, Dated Dacca, the 11th December, 1958
From: A. Husain, Esqr., C.S.P., Under Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
To: The Dy. Inspector General of Police, I.B., East Pakistan, Dacca.
The undersigned is directed to say that a report has been received to the effect that the wife of Shaikh Mujibur Rahman is propagating that her husband is likely to retire for good from Politics.
2. It is requested that the truth or otherwise of the information may be enquired into and a report submitted to Government as early as possible.
Sd/-11.12
Under Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
–
40
Manager, weekly Darber sent a publication to Sheikh Mujibur Rahman at Dacca Central Jail but authority withheld though censor officer remarked as passed.
Dacca, 12 December 1958
CENSOR CERTIFICATE.
No. 15953 dt. 13.12.58
No. 40A (1)
Latter dated Weekly Darber dt. 8.12.58.
Date of receipt 12.12.58
From S. Prisoner, Terrorist/U.T., Convict, Ord.- Manager, weekly Darber Shamibag, Ramna, Dacca.
To : S. Prisoner, Terrorist/U.T., Convict, Ord.- Sheikh Mujibur Rahman D.C. Jail, Dacca.
Memo Dacca Central Jail.,C/O D.I.G., I.B.- 247/Con. dt. 9.12.58.
Remarks of Censor Officer. May be passed.
DS-VI.
Perusal pl. This is a weekly “Darber” dt. 8.12.58. Though there is nothing objectionable in it, however we cannot allow this to pass, as it is not in the approved list of news and periodicals vide appendix “B” of security prisoners’ rules. For orders pl.
Sd/- S.I.
12.12.58
C..46
Mr. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
115, Segunbagicha,
P.O. Ramna, Dacca.
Central Jail Dacca
Rtd. to Central Jail Dacca
Sd/-9.12.
–
41
Interview report on Sheikh Mujibur Rahman wherein mentioned that people would soon come to know that he was not corrupt and the allegations against him were false and malicious. He added that if his fight with the centre for the legitimate shares of East Pakistan and his assistance to the people of East Pakistan in establishing industries etc were corruption, then he had nothing to say.
Dacca, 16 December 1958
[Copy of a report of …..(Inspector IB) dt. 16.12.58
D.S.6
[As ordered I interviewed with Sk. Mujibur Rahman, General Secretary of the dissolved Awami League, at the Dacca Central Jail on 15.12.58 in the afternoon.
In course of talk, he gave out that he was shocked for his arrest under corruption charges, but at the same time, he was happy, because the people would soon come to know that he was not corrupt and the allegations against him were false and malicious. He added that if his fight with the centre for the legitimate shares of East Pakistan and his assistance to the people of East Pakistan in establishing industries etc. were corruption, then he had nothing to say. It was he, he added, who established the cottage industries and the Film Corporation in East Pakistan and realized crores of rupees from the Central Government. Mr. Rahman further gave out that the country was really going on the wrong path and Major- General Iskander Mirza did the greatest mischief to the country. He was very happy when he received the news of his externment from the country.
During the talk, Mr. Rahman became sentimental and inquired if he was going to be released. He added that he was not keeping well and was suffering mentally.
He further stated that it was a fact that various groups of politicians were bent upon to create chaos in the country and some of these groups used to receive monetary help from Major-General Mirza. He named K.S.P. and Nezam-e-Islam. He continued that in the Awami Leauge, there was a group who were mad for power and privileges. Some leaders were after securing positions in the Govt. or outside. The Awami League workers were running to Dacca for personal gains. If this state of thing had continued for another two years, Awami League would have met the same fate as that of the Muslim Leauge and the country would have really been ruined. Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy was aware of it, but he failed to do anything. In the administration there was slackness and in the labour front there were too many strikes. But still the A.L. Govt. could not take any drastic action, only because democracy would have been disgraced. Martial Law administration has taken drastic action and the people have come to their senses. They deserved it. They were not fit to enjoy real democracy. Even the middle class intelligentsia could not maintain their balance in exercising their democratic rights.
As regards himself, he stated that he was in politics for the last 20 years and had given everything away for the cause of the country and the welfare of the people. He neglected his family and children. But in return he got corruption case against him. He was fed up with politics. After his release he would try for some job. He might even ask Manik Mia @ Tofazzal Hossain of “Ittefaq” Dacca to give up the managership of the paper. He might also try to go to England to do Bar-at-Law. If these two were not possible, he might start some sort of business, even a tea stall. He would never join politics. He added that Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy has retired from politics and took to practice at the Karachi bar.
As regards the Martial Law, he gave out that the people deserved such sort of treatment. He was happy that General Ayub Khan35 has taken over the administration of the country and has driven away Major-General Iskander Mirza. He did not believe that real parliamentary form of Government would be restored in country. There might be controlled democracy. Government may be formed with non-politicals. There would be no elections, but referendum. People will only have to say “Yes” or “No”.
He continued that he knew Genl. Ayub Khan personally and if he ever needed his cooperation or assistance, he would be always prepared.
During my interview, I noticed that Sk. Mujibur Rahman was very much upset and restless to come out of the Jail. He inquired about his release 3/4 times during the talk.]
Submitted,
Sd/-16.12.58
Inspector, I.B.
–
42
Petition from Sheikh Fazilatunnessa wife of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and others to DIG, IB to meet Sheikh Mujibur Rahman at Dacca Central Jail allowed.
Dacca, 16 December 1958
M.P., M.P.A
Begum
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
General Secretary,
EAST PAKISTAN AWAMI LEAGUE
To
The Dy. I.G., I.B.
Govt. of E. Pakistan.
North of Siddheswari High School, Dacca 2,
115, SEGUN BAGICHA,
RAMNA, DACCA. DATED 15.12.58.
……………………………………………………..
35. General Ayub Khan – (14 May 1907-19 April 1974) – A Pakistan Army General who became second President of Pakistan ousting Iskander Mirza through a military coup in 1958. Banned all political parties and arrested Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and other opposition leaders. Promulgated EBDO (Elective Bodies Disqualification Order) contrary to the constitution barring political leaders from taking part in political activities. Also introduced Basic Democracy. Elected union council members called Basic Democrats constituted the electoral college to elect the President, National and Provincial Assembly members of the country. The controversial win over Fatima Jinnah in presidential elections and the outcomes of war with India in 1965 brought devastating results for Ayub Khan’s image and his presidency. Six-point movement leading to mass uprising under the leadership of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman compelled Ayub Khan to step down in 1969.
………………………………………………………
Sir,
I have the honour to request you to kindly allow me and Mr. Abul Hossain, P.S. to my husband Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and his brother Mr. Mominul Huq to see him in the Dacca Central Jail on 17.12.58.
Thanking you.
Yours faithfully,
F. Nessa.
Side note: Allowed as a special case. Sd/-16.12.58.
Confidential.
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan, Lalbagh. Dacca, the 16.12.1958.
No.16167
To
N. Nematullah, Esq., B.A., B.L.,
Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail, Dacca.
Kindly allow Mrs. Fazilatun Nesa, Mr. Abul Husain and Mr. Mominul Haq of Siddheswari, Dacca to have an interview as special case with political prisoner Sk. Mujibar Rahman at 4 P.M. on 17.12.58 in presence of an I.B. officer.
The party has been informed.
For Dy. Inspector General of Police,
I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Memo No. 16167/1
Copy forwarded to Mrs. Fazilatun Nesa of North of Siddheswari High School, Dacca for information.
Sd/-16.12
for Dy. Inspr. -Genl. of Police, I.B.,
E.P., Dacca.
R.S.I.
Please see the letter below and depute an officer to conduct the interview to be held to-day.
S.I. M. Aminulla (III) will please comply. Sd/-17.12.58, D.S.VI.
As ordered I attended the interview held between S.Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & 1) Mrs. Fazilatunnesa, (2) Abul Hosain & (3) Mr. Mominul Haq at Dacca Central Jail on 17.12.58 for about 4.21 P.M. to about 5 P.M. They talked on personal & domestic affairs in which their appeared nothing objectionable for the I.B. point of view.
Sd/-Md. Aminullah
S.I. of Police
18.12.58 I.B.
—
Confidential.
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan
Lalbagh, Dacca, the 16.12.1958.
No. 16129
To
N. Nematullah, Esq., B.A., B.L.,
Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail, Dacca.
Kindly allow Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa (ii) Hasina (III) Kamal (IV) Jamal (V) Rehana (VI) Mr. Mominul Huq of Siddheswari, Dacca to have an interview with political prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman at 4 P.M. on 21.12.58 in presence of an I.B. officer.
The party has been informed.
Sd/-15.12
For Dy. Inspector General of Police,
I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Memo No. 16129/1
Copy forwarded to Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa, North of Siddheswari High School, Ramna, Dacca for information.
for D.I.G.,I.B., Dacca.
–
To
D.S VI
Sir,
I attended the interview of Sk. Mujibur Rahman (Security Prisoner) with his relations yesterday on 21.12.58 in Dacca Central Jail between
4.05-4.30 P.M.
They discussed about their domestic affairs. Nothing political or objectionable was talked about.
Submitted,
Md. Nural Islam
S.I. I.B., E.P., Dacca
22.12.58
Page:201
43
Habibur Rahman a relative sent an amulet to Sheikh Mujibur Rahman to get rid of misfortune. IB authority agreed to allow it after microscopic examination.
Dacca, 18 December 1958
No. 16494 dt. 22.12.58
CENSOR CERTIFICATE
Date of receipt 18.12.58
No. 45 A (7)
Letter dated 8.12.58
From: S. Prisoner. Terrorist/U.T., Convict, Ord.- Habibur Rahman36
To : S. Prisoner. Terrorist/U.T., Convict, Ord.- Mujibar Rahman Memo Dacca Central Jail/C/O D.I.G., I.B.-282/Con. dt. 17.12.58.
Remarks of Censor Officer. May be passed.
D.S.VI
Perusal pl. of the letter. The writer is requesting the addressee to send one of his relatives to one Jatindra Nath Lahiri of 31, Farashganj Rd. Dacca to take an amulet for him (addressee) by which he would get rid of his misfortune. For orders pl.
Sd/-S.I. 18.12.58
SSII
Perusal pl.
The letter is private but we cannot, perhaps, allow the amulet to pass to the S. Prisoner without examining its contents.
The letter may, perhaps, pass but the S. Prisoner should be told that the amulet should be open to our examination.
For orders. D.I.G. may like to see.
Sd/-18.12
……………………………………………………………
36. Sheikh Habibur Rahman – Sheikh Habibur Rahman s/o late Sheikh Abdul Hamid of village- Tungipara, Gopalganj, Faridpur was the uncle of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman i.e. Sheikh Lutfor Rahman, father of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was the eldest brother of Sheikh Habibur Rahman. He was an employee of East Pakistan Central Co-operative Bank, Victoria Park, Dacca and resided at 55, Satish Sarkar Road, P.S. Sutrapur (now Gandaria), Dacca.
…………………………………………………………
I agree. The container and the contents should be seen and examined with the help of microscope before delivery. D.I.G. may please see for order.
Sd/-19.12.58
Side note: As proposed. Sd/- 20.12
–
44
Detention order on Sheikh Mujibur Rahman for further six months and reference notes on his political activities mentioned in the WCR.
Faridpur, 23 December 1958
Secret/Immediate
District Intelligence Branch
Faridpur, the 23rd Dec., 1958.
No. 6113/33-50A.
To
M.B. Karim, Esqr., P.S.P.,
Spl. Supdt. of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Reference: Your No. 13933/606-48 (P.F.) (E), dt. 5.11.58.
I send herewith the up-to-date Reference notes on Shaikh Mujibur Rahman s/o Shaikh Lutfar Rahman of Tangibari, Gopalganj, Faridpur and of Dacca. The subject was arrested in Dacca by the D.I,G., I.B.
The District Magistrate, Faridpur however, opines that the activities of the subject were confined mostly to Dacca District during the last 8 to 10 months. He, therefore, suggests that the subject may be detained for a period of at least three months. Copy of the orders passed by the District Magistrate is enclosed.
Sd/-23.12.58.
For Superintendent of Police,
D.I.B., Faridpur.
Copy of orders passed by the District Magistrate, Faridpur on N.S. page
XXXIV of Faridpur D.I.B. File No. 33/50 A.
The activities of the subject were confined mostly to Dacca District during the last 8 to 10 months. It is however necessary to detain him for a period of at least three months.
Sd. M.A. Siddiqui,
21.12.58
District Magistrate,
Faridpur.
Reference notes on Mujibar Rahman, S/o Late Lutfar Rahman of Tungipara P.S. Gopalganj, Faridpur.
…………….
In continuation of R.N. of the subject at Pages 5 to 11 of file no 33/50 A Vol-11 P.F.
S.D.P.O Gopalganj reports that on 14.3.51 the subject was enlarged on bail from Gopalganj Court and was rearrested u/s 18(1) of the S.P.O and committed to the Faridpur Jail on 16.3.51. Just after his release from the Gopalganj Jail several local students paraded the town with the subject in a procession. They also assembled in a meeting after termination of the procession, where the subject delivered a short speech criticising the policy of the Government for detaining people like Moulana Bhasani in the past & many others interfering in civil liberties and urged the students to be united.
Identical
The subject who was received in the Faridpur Jail as Security Prisoner on transfer from the Dacca Central Jail on 17.2.52 went on hunger strike from the morning of 18.2.52.
Identical
The subject gave up his fast in the Faridpur Jail on receipt of Govt. orders for his release on 25.2.52.
Identical
On 1.3.52 the subject arrived home after being released from Faridpur Jail when a rousing reception was accorded to him by a large member of students and leading men of Gopalgonj Town. The subject in reply to the reception gave a short speech requesting the people to continue to fight against the Govt. peacefully for the recognition of Bengali as the state Language of Pakistan. He also criticised the Government for the unhappy incident in Dacca.
Identical
W.C.R dt. 8.3.52
On 28.2.52 the subject got a rousing reception from the local students at Bhanga when he was passing through Bhanga on his way to Gopalganj.
W.C.R dt. 22.3.52
Identical
In a public meeting (400) held on 12.3.52 at Bashbaria Bazar P.S. Kotalipara, Faridpur. The subject criticised the Govt. of Mr. Nurul Amin for the recent police firing in Dacca and urged the audience to press the Government for an impartial enquiry into the matter and inflicting adequate punishment to those found responsible for this.
W.C.R dt. 12.4.52
Identical
D.I.O. Gopalganj reports that on 7.4.52 in a meeting of E.P.M.S.L (123) Gopalganj at Gopalganj both the Awami League & the Muslim parties were about to come to a clash but owing to the timely interference of the Police nothing untoward happened. In this connection. the members of the A.M.L left for Tungipara a neighbouring village, to receive instructions from the subject.
Identical
The subject who was arrested on 19.7.49 u/s 143 Cr. P.C. for holding an unlawful meeting of about (300) people inside the Gopalganj Court mosque in defiance of the prohibitive order u/s 144 Cr.P.C. was acquitted on 15.4.52 by Magst. Gopalganj vide Gopalganj P.S. case No. 11 dt. 18.7.49
Identical
W.C.R dt. 26.7.52
On 18.7.52 a meeting of the A.M.L was held in the premises of the Madaripur New Town Mosque. About 500 persons including some Hindus attended this meeting. The subject was to have presided over the meeting but he did not do so as he turned up late to Charmugria from Dacca & left for Gopalgonj. He did not attend the meeting.
Identical
W.C.R dt. 9.8.52
In a meeting of the A.M.L (2000) at Madaripur on 6.8.52 the subject presided over and delivered speeches and criticised the Govt. polices on the inter-district-cordoning of food grains, realisation of subscriptions towards the Quaid-e-Azam Memorial Fund by Govt. officers, imposition of various taxes, opening of the Viquarunnessa Girls’ H.E. School in Dacca costing at a sum of over Rs. 2000000/-, Jute prices, import duty on cloth, compensation to the Zamindars for abolition of Zamindary and Public Safety Ordinance.
Identical
W.C.R dt. 23.8.52
At a meeting (50) held in the house of Asmat Ali Khan (A.M.L. S/o the late Abdul Jabbar of Madaripur Town) on 6.8.52 the subject presided over and the Madaripur Subdivisional Awami Muslim League was reconstituted.
Identical
W.C.R dt. 13.9.52
In a meeting of the A.M.L (1000) on 12.9.52 at Faridpur Town the subject along with others delivered speeches criticising the Govt. policy with regard to jute, educational system of the country and demanding release of all the security prisoners and Bengali as one of the State Languages of Pakistan etc.
Identical
W.C.R dt. 27.9.52
The subject was to attend the meeting (100) of the A.M.L held at Tekerhat Bazar, Madaripur, Faridpur on 20.9.52 but he expressed his inability to do so by a letter for reasons of alleged serious condition of Moulana Abdul Hamid Khan of Bhasani inside the Jail.
Identical
W.C.R dt. 8.11.52
The subject arrived at Madaripur on 29.10.52 from Dacca enroute to Gopalganj & held a secret meeting at the house of Nurul Hoq (A.M.L. S/o L. Wajed Ali of Madaripur Town, Faripdur) attended by Abdul Mannan @ Tuni Manna & others of the Awami League who were accused of Madaripur P.S. Case No 5(8)52 u/s 7(3) of the EBPSO & others. In this meeting the subject infused new blood among the workers of the A.M.L by declaring that Abdus Salam M.A.B.L. (A.M.L.- S/o Abdul Latif of Dacca), an advocate of the Dacca High Court would defend this case free of cost.
Identical
W.C.R dt. 8.11.52
The subject visited Q.A.M. Collage, Gopalganj on 30.10.52 & had tea with the principal of the college. The students of the college took group photo with the subject ignoring the objection of the principal. At this the principal served an order on two students of the 2nd year class, not to attend this class until further notice for taking lead in defiance of the order of the principal. As a protest against this order the students came out of their classes, held meeting got furious and wanted to assault the principal. They also decided to continue the strike until the principal was removed and their grievances redressed. The subject on receipt of this information saw the secretary of the college and demanded of him the redress their grievances. In the meantime the students’ procession reached the Secretary’s place and the Secretary having assured the students to look into their grievances the processionists including the subject left the place & held a meeting in front of the house of the subject. In this meeting the subject exhorted the students to continue their strike until their grievances were redressed.
Identical
In a letter dt. 28.6.56 one Abdus Samad on behalf the subject informed the Secretary, Subdivisional Awami League, Rajbari, Faridpur that according to the decision of the E.P.A.L Council held on the 19th & 20th May 1956, the E.P.A.L Working Committee had formed the East Pakistan Awami League Famine Resistance Committee with seven members with Moulana Bhasani as its president and the subject as its Secretary. The writer on behalf of the subject requested the Secretary and all the units of the A.L. to form immediately A.L. Famine Resistance Committee with 21 members.
Identical
W.C.R dt. 14.3.53
In a meeting (6000) of the Subdivisional A.M.L Gopalganj held at Gopalganj Town on 5.3.53 presided over by Khandkar Shamsul Hoq @ Bashu Miyan, President, A.M.L. Gopalganj. The subject & other A.M.L. workers took part in the deliberation. In course of his speech the subject dwelt on Govt. policy with regard to food, jute and educational problems of the country. He regretted that he could not hold any public meeting at Gopalganj since after the establishment of Pakistan as the local authorities clamped Sec. 144 Cr.P.C at the instance of the local Muslim League leaders. He also criticised the imposition of taxes on betel nuts, Tobacco etc. He also criticised the Govt. action for constructing a palacious hotel in Dacca for enjoyment by the leaders and high officials, music, wine and ball dancing. He also spoke against the passport system between Pakistan and India & demanded its abolition.
Identical
The subject was present on 13.5.53 in the premises of District Board Hall, Faridpur at the time of election of Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Faridpur District Board and at the request of the public and students he delivered speeches criticising the jute, the education and other policy of M.L. Govt. He compared the M.L. Govt. with a gang of dacoits. He also advised the students to go to villages and explained the inefficiency of the M.L Govt. to the people. He requested the audience to join A.M.L organisation.
Identical
W.C.R dt. 10.10.53
The subject visited Madaripur Town on 6.10.53 and addressed a meeting there referring to the alleged illegal orders of the S.D.O.37 the President of the United H.F.- School, Madaripur regarding the imposition of fine on some students of the said school. The subject also dilated the so-called oppressive attitude of the S.D.O and president of the Managing Committee of the school.
Identical
W.C.R dt. 10.10.53
The subject along with Moulana Abdul Hamid Khan of Bhasani & other Awami Leaguers commenced their organizational tour to the district of Faridpur from 29.9.53 and held several meetings wherein the subject & others criticised the Muslim League and also the then Government both in centre and provinces and tried to mobilise public opinion in favour of the A.M.L. The subject delivered speeches on 29.9.53 at Paschimpara F.P School, Kotalipara, Faridpur, on 30.9.53 at
……………………………………………………..
37. SDO – The district was geographically divided into a number of units known as sub-divisions. The official in-charge of this unit was called SDO (sub-divisional officer). The SDO was a valuable field aide to the District Collector (DC) and an integral part of the district administration. The Sub-division was abolished under the order of the Local Government Ordinance of 1982, which was upgraded to District.
……………………………………………………..
Gemadanga, Gopalganj, Faridpur, on 1.10.53 at Char-narinda, Gopalganj, Fardipur, on 2.10.53 at Nazimuddin Idd Maidan, Chaysta, Kasiani, Faridpur, on 3.10.53 at Tengrakhola, Muksedpur, Faridpur, on 4.10.53 at Bamandanga Bazar, Muksedpur and Rajoir Madrasha field, on 5.10.53 at Madaripur Town, Faridpur & on 6.10.53 at Chekandi Football ground, Palong, Faridpur. In the speeches in all the meetings at different places mentioned above the subject held the Govt. responsible for detaining persons without trial and characterised the Govt. as an oppressive one as according to the picture drawn by him. The people had no food, no cloth, no medical attention, there were lack of proper arrangements for education, unreasonably low price of jute, non-supply of yarn and essential commodities of life according to their requirements had brought about untold miseries to the people. The Subject criticised the Govt. for constructing the Viquarunnessa Girls School and the international hotel in Dacca. He criticised the Govt. for the policies on education and the inter-district-cording system. He held the then ministers and the high officials responsible for the miseries of the people. He also held the Govt. of East Bengal responsible for the loss of lives of so many brilliant students during the last state language controversy38 in Dacca. He also criticised the Govt. for the abolition of Zemindary System with compensation. He criticised the M.L as a seat of thieves, goondas and black marketeers. He appealed to the people to declare Zehad against the oppressive Govt.
Identical
W.C.R dt. 17.10.53
The Subject along with other Awami Leaguers during his organisational tour to the district of Faridpur, held public meetings on 7.10.53 at Berhamganj H.E. School, Shibchar, Faridpur, on 8.10.53 at Bhanga P.S. Bhanga, Fardipur, on 9.10.53 at Hat-Krishtapur,
…………………………………………………..
38. Language Controversy – The then Pakistan government tried to impose Urdu as State Language of Pakistan. Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and other political and students leaders vehemently opposed the government decision. The students of Dhaka University and other political activists defied the law and organized a protest on 21 February 1952. The movement reached its climax when a few student demonstrators were killed on that day by Police firing. The deaths provoked widespread civil unrest. After years of conflict, the Central Government relented and granted official status to the Bengali Language in 1956. The Language Movement which was started in the year 1948 demanding Bengali as the State Language of Pakistan, the then government administration used to call the Movement as Language Controversy’. In 1999, UNESCO declared 21 February as ‘International Mother Language Day’, in tribute to the Language Movement and the ethno-linguistic rights of people around the world.
………………………………………………………..
Sadarpur, Faridpur, on 10.10.53 at Ambika Maidan, Faridpur Town, on 11.10.53 at Azadi Maidan, Rajbari, Faridpur and on 12.10.53 at Panga H.E. School, Pangsha, Faridpur and gave out that after his release from the Jail, he held innumerable meetings where resolutions were passed demanding immediate release of political prisoners detained in Jail without trial, abolition of the Zemindary System without compensation, eradication of nepotism and corruption but so far Govt. paid no heed to them. He also gave out that Pakistan was on the way to destruction for following the wrong policy of the M.L. Govt. He criticised the Public Safety Act as most undemocratic & policy on education. He criticised the Govt. for allotment of 50% seats for East Pakistan though there was majority of people in number. He also criticised the Govt. for making Federal Capital & Army Headquarters in West Pakistan. He also said to the students that the leaders were neither their maternal uncles nor their brothers-in-law so they must be up and doing in getting their demands fulfilled.
Identical
W.C.R dt. 23.1.54
In a meeting (700) presided over by Abdus Salam MA BL (A.M.L) in the house of the subject on 16.1.54 at Gopalganj Town, the subject in course of his speech adversely criticised the M.L. Govt. for their wrong policy with regard to Jute, Salt, State language etc.
Identical
W.C.R dt. 27.2.54
In connection with the observance of SHAHID DAY on 21.2.54 at Gopalganj Town, a meeting (4000 including 600 Hindus) was held at Gopalganj Town the same day under the Presidentship of Khandkar Shamsul Haq (A.M.L), the subject delivered speech in the meeting & said that East Pakistan contributed 94% of the total revenue but instead of that East Pakistan remained neglected while West Pakistan becoming prosperous citing an example of disparity the subject gave out the educational expenditure per capita was Rs. 5/- while in East Pakistan it was 1/3 Pie.
Identical
W.C.R dt. 27.2.54
In c/w the observance of SHAHID DAY on 21.2.54 at Gopalganj Town, one improvised memorial with coloured papers was raised in front of the house of the subject.
Identical
W.C.R dt. 27.2.54
In an U.F. meeting on 11.2.54 at Dumdia P.S. Gopalganj, Faridpur the subject, inter alia discussed police firing, high prices and scarcity of necessaries of life, economic condition, low price of agricultural products, imposition of taxes, effect of non-devaluation, the designing propaganda of the Mollas and Pirs against the United Front & detention of political prisoners without trial.
Identical
W.C.R dt. 6.3.54.
In united front meetings on 22.2.54 at Malliker Math P.S. Gopalganj & at Kotalipara Dug Banglow side the subject inter alia criticised the M.L. Govt. and appealed to the people to change the depressive outlook of the country by voting the nominees of the U.F. to power.
Identical
W.C.R dt. 13.3.54
Moulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhasani accompanied by the subject and other U.F. workers visited Kathi P.S. Gopalganj on 7.3.54 and advised the villagers in a meeting to vote for the U.F. and not to be misguided by the Maulanas of the Muslim League. They held another public meeting at Ghagore Bazar P.S. Kotwalipara the same day and requested the people to vote for the United Front. They also criticised the M.L. Govt. for their inability to do any good to the Country and made the people beware of the propaganda of the M.L. Moulanas.
Identical
W.C.R dt. 13.3.54
In a meeting of the United Front on 3.3.54 at Gobra, Gopalganj, Faridpur, the subject addressed the audience. He criticised the M.L. Govt. for their shortcomings, promised to ameliorate the condition of the masses if they came to power and appealed to the people to support the nominees of the U.F. and vote for them.
Identical
W.C.R dt. 20.3.54
The subject with some 30 workers, all armed with others rushed to the U.F. office at Gopalganj Town on 11.3.54 to make assault on Lal Miyan P.U.B, ufri & of Gopalganj town & 3 others for trespassing the U.F. office and breaking a hurricane lantern but the situation was tackled by the persuasion of the police. In this connection Case was started against Lal Myan & others (mentioned) vide Gopalganj P.S. Case No. 7 dt. 11.3.54 u/s 147/448 PPC.
Identical
W.C.R dt. 25.12.54
The Subject being released from the Dacca Central Jail reached Gopalganj on 20.12.54.
Identical
W.C.R dt. 1.1.55
A meeting of the A.M.L was held on 21.12.54 at Gopalganj Town with a view to giving a reception to the subject on his arrival at Gopalganj being released from the Dacca Central Jail. In this meeting the subject in reply to the address of welcome gave out that with the introduction of section 92-A Rule he was thrown behind the bar and that he was falsely implicated in the Dacca Central Jail Rioting Case. He assured the people that for the fulfillment of 21-item election manifesto and standing against injustice he was prepared even to Court Jail through his life. He deplored that he was dubbed as a communist and disloyal element. According to him if this remark was justified 95% population of East Pakistan would fall in line with him.
Identical
W.C.R dt. 16.4.55
In a meeting of the A.M.L, Gopalganj on 10.4.55 at Gopalganj Town, the subject in his speech held the then Govt. responsible for the scarcity of all essential commodities, distressed condition of the people and prolonging 92- A Rule in East Bengal for such a long time. He also said that 92- A Rule was promulgated in East Bengal only due to the careless utterances of Mr. A.K. Fazlul Haq, the then Chief Minister of East Bengal and for the conspiracy made by the Muslim leaguers, who were badly routed in the last Assembly election. He urged upon the Hon’ble Prime Minister for the withdrawal of the 92-A Rule from East Bengal forthwith failing which the A.M.L would launch a peaceful movement against it. He challenged the then Prime Minister of Pakistan to contest with him even in Union Board Bogra. He said that he would put an end in the career of the Hon’ble Prime Minister in the Assembly election. He urged upon the audience to observe the “Protest Day” on 15.4.55 demanding abolition of 92-A Rule in East Bengal, withdrawal of restriction order from Moulana Bhashani, immediate release of all security prisoners and formation of Parliamentary form of Govt. in East Bengal in no time.
Identical
W.C.R dt. 16.4.55
In a meeting of the A.M.L on 12.4.55 at the premises of Kotwalipara Dak Bunglow the subject inter alia alleged that he was falsely implicated by the M.L Govt. in the case in connection with the Dacca Jail gate incident. He further said that he went to Jail for the cause of the country. He also said that the Adamjee Jute Mills and Chandraghona Paper Mills incidents were the outcome of a well laid conspiracy of the Muslim Leaguers only to discredit the United Front Ministry. He also said that if Moulana Bhashani was not allowed to come to Pakistan they would start movement for bringing him back to Pakistan.
Identical
In a meeting of the A.M.L. on 25.7.55 at Gopalganj Town the subject in his speech inter alia condemned the action of the Hon’ble Mr. M. Ali, Prime Minister of Pakistan with regard to the imposition of 92- A in East Pakistan. He criticised the activity of the M.L. workers. He also criticised Mr. A.K. Fazlul Hoq the then Chief Minister of East Pakistan. He attributed the cause of want and suffering of the people to the inefficiency of the then Govt.
Identical
In an organisational meeting of the A.M.L. on 24.7.55 at Madaripur Municipal ground the subject inter alia scathingly criticised the activities of Krishak Sramik Party and the policies of the Govt. He also spoke highly of the role played by the Awami Muslim league party.
Identical
In the Council meeting of the A.M.L. held on 8.10.55 in Public Library Hall, Madaripur under the presidentship of Abdul Hamid Choudhury M.A.L.L.B., M.L.A. (A.M.L.) the subject was elected as one of the members of the Working Committee of the Faridpur District A.M.L.
Identical
The subject presided over a meeting of the Faridpur District Awami League on 15.12.55 at Faridpur Town and gave out sarcastically in his speech that in Pakistan, the Ministers were often transferred, dismissed and appointed. He also criticised the Pakistan Govt. and said that they could not frame the constitution of the country within long 8.5 years after the achievement of Independence. He criticised the activities of the U.F. party who sacrificed the posts of Prime Minister and Governor- General of Pakistan to the West Pakistanis. He criticised the Moulanas who were making propaganda against the Joint electorate System.
Identical
The subject presided over a meeting of the A.M.L on 15.12.55 at Rajbari Town & in course of his speech he bitterly criticised the M.L. Govt. and that Pakistan was achieved with the hope that the people of the country would get proper food, clothes and education etc. but the M.L. leaders did not do anything for improving their condition though 8.5 years elapsed that Pakistan was achieved and they remained ill fed and ill clad as before. He said that the M.L. Govt. arrested them under P.S.A and detained in Jail. The P.S.A, he said, was their instrument of safeguard, which empowered even a S.I. of D.I.B to arrest a political leader and commit him direct to Jail. He said that the M.L. Govt. ruthlessly suppressed the state language movement by bullets and 4 jewels of E.P lost their lives. He criticised the M.L. Govt. in the centre for dissolving the U.F. Ministry, promulgating Sec. 92-A in E.B, arresting him and others and branding Hon’ble Mr. A.K. Fazlul Hoq as a traitor. He said that the food scarcity and police strike happened owing to the weakness and mal administration of the U.F. Govt. He criticised the U.F. Govt. for arresting and detaining political leaders without trial without implementation of the 21 point programme. Sounding a note of warning to the Govt. he said that if the Govt. did not release all the arrested persons unconditionally within a month they would launch such a mass peaceful movement in the country that their ministership would be at stake supporting the joint electorate he demanded reservation of 50% posts in the central services for East Pakistan, Naval and Military Headquarters in East Pakistan, Bengali as one of the State languages, full regional autonomy for East Pakistan etc.
Identical
In connection with the visit of the subject, a public meeting was organised on 9.3.56 at Gopalganj Town by the A.M.L. The subject delivered speech in the meeting and gave out that the people of Pakistan were not getting their due share of food and clothing rather the riches section of people were becoming more rich and the poor poorer. He lamenting over the poverty of East Bengal people, said that revolution of a country would sure to come when a citizen of a free country died of starvation. He said that there should be no pauper and no death due to starvation in an Islamic State. He further said that if there were no guarantee for life, property and justice in a constitution, it could not be called an Islamic Constitution. He criticised the Nezam-E- Islam Party and the Muslim League M.C.As in enacting such a so-called Islamic Constitution, neglecting the interest of East Bengal. He also gave out that the people of West Pakistan were living in luxury while the people of East Pakistan were starving and becoming destitute. He also said that Joint Electorate System was not Un-Islamic as advocated by the Mullas.
Identical
In a meeting of A.M.L workers and beggars on 7.6.56 at Gopalganj Town Maidan under the presidency of Muzaffar Husain Qazi B.L. (A.L.), the subject was highly praised by Abdus Salam (A.L.) for his movement in East Pakistan for adequate supply of food stuff to the needy.
Identical
In a public meeting on 15.6.56 at Ghagan hat, Kotwalipara, Faridpur. The subject among other speakers discussed the food crises and other problems of East Pakistan. The subject in course of his speech inter-alia vehemently criticised the Govt. for their so-called failure in solving the food problem in the province. He said that the famine stricken people had become impatient for getting their conditions ameliorated. He appealed to the public to stand united to get the food problem solved by Govt. and accordingly he declared 8th July, 1956 as “Food Demonstration and Mass Movement Day” throughout the province. In case this movement failed and Govt. would not solve the food problem, they would devise some other plan and programme so as to compel Govt. to solve the food problem successfully and as a result the names of Mr. Abu Husain Sarker, Mr. Fazlul Hoq and Mr. Mahammad Ali would be wiped out.
Identical
In a public meeting on 16.6.56 at Kathi Hatkhola, Gopalganj, the subject in course of his speech mainly dwelt on the food crisis prevailing in East Pakistan. He said that present crisis of food stuffs was due to the so-called mismanagement of Govt. He urged the people of the whole of East Pakistan to be united to gather for launching a Civil Disobedience Movement to combat the situation. He held Govt. solely responsible for the deficit of food stuffs in East Pakistan. He further said that in spite of repeated warning, if the Govt. could not solve the food problems they should be united together to launch a Civil Disobedience Movement.
Identical
In a meeting of the A.L. on 18.6.56 at Gopalganj Town Maidan, the subject inter alia said that no peace could be had until and unless the then Govt. was abolished. He further said that whenever any report of death of starvation was received by the Govt. They asked the Govt. officials to verify the fact and report. The paid Govt. officials used to suppress the fact and submit false reports. He also urged the public to launch a Civil Disobedience Movement.
Identical
In a meeting of the A.L. on 19.6.56 at the premises of Chandradigholia Madrasa, Gopalganj, Faridpur, the subject in course of his speech inter-alia bitterly criticised the Govt. for its alleged failure to tackle the food crisis of the province. He also alleged that many youths of East Pakistan were moving hither and thither like street beggars for employment. He pointed out that 95% posts under Central Govt. were generally filled up by West Pakistanis whereas the East Pakistan got only 5% of these posts. He also said that out of the total amount of 12 hundred crores of rupees so far spent by the Central Govt., only one hundred crores had been spent for East Pakistan. He also criticised the constitution of Pakistan by saying that it was not at all Islamic as its president Mr. Iskandar Mirza was drawing a salary of 12 thousands Rupees per month. He termed the ruling classes of the country as “oppressors”. He urged the people to be united for launching a movement if the Govt. failed to fulfil their demands by the 7th July, 1956.
Identical
In a letter dt. 12.9.52 from Liyaqat Husain, Secy. Youth League, Faridpur to the Editor Amar Desh, Dacca, it appears that the Y.L. Faridpur requested the leaders of the A.M.L. in a meeting held at Faridpur by Sk. Mujibur Rahman (under ref.) on 12.9.52 to form a United Front with the Pakistan Democratic Front and the C.P. for contesting the coming General election of East Pakistan.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 3.3.52 from Asaduzaman of Bhanga, Faridpur to the Editor Ittafaq, Dacca, it appears that a warm reception was accorded to Sk. Mujibur Rahman (Under ref.) by the people & students of Bhanga on his way to Gopalganj on 28.2.52. The subject also delivered a short speech on the present situation of the country and supported the claim of the students regarding State Language etc.
(Identical)
A D.I.O. reported on 10.3.52 that immediately after release from Faridpur Jail on 27.2.52 Sk. Mujibur Rahman (the subject) visited the house of Abdus Salam Khan of Fardipur Town. The subject (Mujibur Rahman) on casual talk gave out that it was clear from the present political situation of the country that the full of Nural Amin ministry was inevitable and urged the members present to protest vehemently against the policy of the Nural Amin Govt.
(Identical)
A D.I.O reported on 20.3.52 that the subject (Mujibur Rahman) along with others were the ring leaders of the student agitators in Gopalganj Subdivision.
(Identical)
A D.I.O reported on 17.5.52 that the subject (Mujibur Rahman) attended the conference of All Party Committee of Action as State Language movements held at Dacca on 27.4.52 from Faridpur Dt.
(Identical)
The name of the subject was found in the list of undesirable persons to be interned.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 15.9.52 from Manwar Husain, Faridpur to M.S. Aman, Dacca, it appears that a few days before Mujibur Rahman came to Faridpur and he (Mujibur Rahman) took the writer in the organising Committee of the District Students League. It also appears that Mujibur Rahman (under ref.) had no objection if the writer was remained in the Youth League.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 4.1.54 from S.M. Yeahya, Rajbari, Faridpur to Sk. Mujibur Rahman (under ref.) it appears that the writer informed the addressee that the situation might be forwarded for the U.F. if Bhashani & Haq Sahib visited Rajbari.
(Identical)
The subject delivered speeches in a meeting held at Gopalganj on 23.2.54. In course of his speech he advised the U.F. workers & supporters to go to the interior villages & propagate the atrocities & high handedness of the M.L. Govt. so that they might be over cautious during election period and casting their votes in favour of United Front candidates.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 9.10.53 from M.R. Gopalganj to Miss Bina Nag of Ram Bhadropur, Bhedarganj Faridpur it appears that the writer had a talk with Sk. Mujibur Rahman (subject) about the opening ceremony of the party (CP) office at Gopalganj but he did not support his view.
(Identical)
A meeting of the East Bengal A.M.L. Councillors was held at Dacca on 21.7.53. In the meeting the subject read out his printed report about the organisational work of the party. A discussion was made in the meeting as to the omission of the word MUSLIM from the name of the organisation in order to make the organisation non-communal C/C Awami League.
In the meeting the Provincial Committee of the A.M.L was formed with the subject as General Secretary.
(Identical)
The subject was elected Genl. Secy. of the E.P.A.M.L. for the year 1955/56 in a Provincial A.M.L. Council meeting held at Dacca from
21.10.55 to 23.10.55.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 17.7.52 from Kuti Miyan, Bhanga to Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Genl. Secy. E.P.A.M.L. Dacca, it appears that the writer requested the addressee to raise a voice of protest against the non- payment of allowances to those persons whose movements were restricted by the Govt.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 23.8.56 from Musharaf Husain, President, Students League, Faridpur to the subject (Mujibur Rahman) it appears that the writer informed the subject that he had organised the students of Faridpur District in course of his tour. The writer also informed the subject that he had arranged a students’ Conference at Gopalganj with the students of Khulna, Jessore, Kustia, Faridpur District in the last part of January 1957. It also appears that the writer seek his valuable instruction in regard to the success of the said Conference.
A D.I.O reported on 25.10.52 that the subject left for Peking on 25.9.52 to attend the peace conference there.
(Identical)
The subject attended and delivered speeches in a meeting of the E.P.M.S.L. held at Dacca on 13.2.53. In course of speech he criticised the M.L. Govt. He stated that they would boycott Urdu, if Bengali was not made compulsory in West Pakistan. He also bitterly criticised the business policy of the Govt., bidi leaf and defective business Policy of the M.L. Govt. He also condemned the Public Safety Act etc.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 13.5.53 from Liyaqat Husain, Faridpur to the Editor, “Satyajug,” Calcutta, it appears that the District Committee of the Fardipur District A.M.L. was formed on 13.5.53 with the subject as one of the members.
(Identical)
The Gopalganj Subdivisional A.M.L. was formed at Gopalganj in 1949 with the subject as one of the members.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 30.8.52 from S.M. Zaman, Bhanga, Faridpur to Sk. Mujibor Rahman (subject) it appears the writer requested the addressee to make an organisational tour to Bhanga & Faridpur.
(Identical)
On 5.8.52 a closed door meeting of the A.M.L Madaripur was held in the house of Asmat Ali Khan of Madaripur Town under the presidency of the subject (Mujibur Rahman). After a long discussion the said League was formed.
(Identical)
On 10.9.52 at the instance of the A.M.L a public meeting was held at Kustia Town. The subject delivered speeches in the meeting. In course of his speech he vehemently criticised the Govt. for their alleged mal- administration during their 5 years rule after the achievement of Pakistan. Referring to the language movement he told the gathering that it was started when the Hon’ble Premier of Pakistan broke his pledge to declare Bengali as one of the State Languages of Pakistan. But the oppressive Govt. suppressed the democratic movement most ruthlessly and put many of the leaders behind the prison bars who were still rotting there without trial. He requested the audience to join the A.M.L saying that it was formed only to look after the interests of the common people.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 4.10.52 from Shah Shamsuzzaman of Bhanga, Faridpur to Sk. Mujibur Rahman (the subject) it appears that the writer was very eager to work for the A.M.L in the district as such he requested. the subject to acquaint himself with some important work of the party in the district or to allow him to form a Thana Committee at Bhanga, so that he might work successfully for the party.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 1.12.52 Sk. Mujibur Rahman (subject) requested Adiluddin Ahmad of Fardipur Town to complete the Subdivisional election by 25.12.52 and District Election by 12.1.53. The subject (Mujibur Rahman) also informed the addressee that All Pak. A.M.L Convention was going to be held at Lahore. So he requested the addressee to nominate representative who were willing and who could bear the expenses.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 10.2.53 the subject (Mujibur Rahman) requested Adiluddin Ahmad, Secy. Dist. A.M.L Faridpur to observe “Shahid Day” on
21.2.53.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 14.6.53 the subject (Sk. Mujibur Rahman) informed Adiluddin Ahmad of Faridpur Town, that the Provincial Council session of the E.P.A.M.L would be held on 3.7.53 at Dacca and he requested the addressee to attend the same.
(Identical)
The First Annual Council meeting of the E.P.A.M.L. was held at Dacca on 3.7.53 with A. Hamid Khan Bhashani in the chair. In the meeting the office bearers of the E.P.A.M.L. for the year 1953-54 was formed with the subject (Sk. Mujiubur Rahman) as Genl. Secy. In the meeting the subject delivered speeches criticising the M.L Govt. for its mal-administration, Basic Principal Committee report and its failure to form a Constitution for the country during the six years of its regime etc.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 31.8.53 Sk. Mujibur Rahman (the subject) Genl. Secy. E.P.A.M.L, Dacca, requested Abdur Razzak of Gopalganj Town to observe “Anti-Imperialist Day” on 10.9.53 by holding meetings etc.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 16.9.53 S.K. Mujibur Rahman (the subject) Genl. Secy. E.P.A.M.L, Dacca, informed Asmat Ali Khan Secy., A.M.L., Madaripur that Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani & his party would visit Rajoir, Madaripur, Faridpur from 4th to 7th Oct. 1953 and hold public meeting there. The subject (Mujibur Rahman) requested the addressee to make necessary arrangements to make the programme a success.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 16.9.53 Sk. Mujibur Rahman (the subject) informed Abdul Hoq of Parulia, Faridpur that Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani and his party would visit and hold public meetings at Ghagor, Gimadanga, Gopalganj and Kasiani from respectively. The writer requested the addressee to make necessary arrangement for the purpose.
29.9.53 to 3.10.53
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 15.9.53 from Sk. Mujibur Rahman, (the subject) to Chaudhuri Saifuddin Ahmad of Dattapara, Shibchor, Faridpur, it appears that the writer expressed his desire to form Union Committee of the A.M.L in all the Unions of Shibchor P.S & afterwards a circle Committee.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 16.9.53 Sk. Mujibur Rahman (the subject) Genl. Secy. E.P.A.M.L, Dacca, informed Hashimuddin Ahmad Secy. Dist. A.M.L Mymenshing that a meeting of the E.P.A.M.L Council would be held on 17th and 18th Oct/1953 at Mymensingh town.
He also informed that this session was a great important one from the point of view of the next Assembly Election. He requested the addressee to attend the session with all Council of his area.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 1.10.53 Sk. Mujibur Rahman (the subject) Genl. Secy. E.P.A.M.L, Dacca, informed Asmat Ali Khan of Madaripur Town that a special Conference of the E.P.A.M.L would be held at Mymenshing Town on 17th & 18th Oct /1953. The writer (subject) requested the addressee to attend the Conference.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 25.9.53 Sk. Mujibur Rahman (the subject) requested Ekin Baksha Khalifa of Naria, Faridpur to attend the conference of the Councillors of the A.M.L which would be held at Mymenshingh town on 17th & 18th Oct/53.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 29.12.53 S.S. Zaman, Secy., Thana A.M.L Bhanga informed Sk. Mujibur Rahman (the subject) that the Bhanga thana A.M.L was formed on 21.10.53 as per instruction of the subject.
(Identical)
In a Circular letter No. 5 dt. 25.4.54. Sk. Mujibar Rahman (the subject) requested Adiluddin Ahmad of Faridpur Town to submit list with addresses of all the office bearers of the Sub-divisional Committees of the A.M.L. within a fortnight.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 21.3.55 from Abdul Wazed Chaudhuri, Rajbari Town, Faridpur to Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Genl., Secy., E.P.A.M.L, Dacca, it appears that the writer supplied the list of A.M.L workers who were detained in Jail as security prisoner vide Circular letter No XIV of the A.M.L. issued to the secretaries of the District & Sub-divisional A.M.L of all the districts.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 3.10.55 Sk. Mujibur Rahman (the subject) requested Qazi Rokan Uddin Ahmad, pleader, Faridpur to attend the General Annual Conference of the Councillors of the E.P.A.M.L to be held from 21.10.55 to 23.10.55 at Dacca.
(Identical)
The subject (Mujibur Rahman) attended the North Bengal A.M.L Workers’ Conference held on 9th & 10th Oct/1955 at Jaipurhat & Bogra. In the conference Moulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani urged upon the audience to come unitedly under the banner of the A.L. to realise 21 points demands. He also directed the people that struggle should be carried on for the abolition of Zamindary System without compensation, recognition of Bengali as one of the State Languages & full Provincial autonomy for East Bengal etc.
(Identical)
The subject was arrested on 31.12.49 in C/W Kotwali P.S. (Dacca) Case No. 19(10)49 U/S 147/325 P.P.C. and 7(B) B.S.P.O.39 and communicated to Dacca Central Jail on 1.1.50 u/s 18(2) of B.S.P.O for delivering anti-Govt. speeches at Armanitola Maidan, Dacca 11.10.49 and taking out a procession which became violent & injured some Police Constables and S.D.O North, Dacca.
(Identical)
An I.B. officer interviewed the subject on 1.6.50 at Dacca Central Jail and reported that he did not show any change of attitude & was not willing to furnish a bond even.
(Identical)
The subject was convicted and sentenced to R.l. for 3 months by S.D.O, Dacca, South on 12.9.50 in Kotwali P.S (Dacca) Case No. 19 (10) 49 u/s 147 P.P.C.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 21.12.50 the subject while was a security prisoner at Faridpur Jail wrote Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy that he was transferred to Faridpur Jail in c/w his case u/s 143/188 P.P.C. He said that this was the first case in the History of Pakistan that police entered inside the mosque and used lathi to disperse the people. He saw that he knew those who were prepared to die for any cause were seldom defeated. He also expressed that the great things were achieved through great sacrifices. Alla is more powerful than anybody else and the subject wanted justice from him.
(Identical)
……………………………………………………
39. B.S.P.O- Bengal Special Power Ordinance, (Ordinance of 1946). It was promulgated by British and used by Pakistani Govt. to prevent so called anti-state activities. Actually it was a Draconian Law to detain the Bengali political leaders, those who protested against the repression and misrule of the Pakistani rulers. Father of the nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was arrested and detained many times under this Ordinance.
…………………………………………………..
The subject was released from Faridpur Jail on 27.2.52. Two students (A.M.L) of Jessore met the subject at his home at Tungipara, Gopalganj in March, 1952 to discuss party matters.
A D.I.O reported on 8.4.52 that the subject had discussion with the Awami League leaders and students of Gopalganj about party matters from 2.4.52 to 4.4.52 during his visit to Gopalganj.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 24.3.52 the subject wrote to the Editor Ittafaq, Dacca that he would like to die by serving the country.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 28.3.52 addressed to H.S. Suhrawardy, the subject said that the people in power would allow the people to work constitutionally. They were creating chaos in the country.
(Identical)
In a press conference held at Barisal on 20.4.52 the subject stated that it was high time for all right thinking patriotic and democratic people to assess the series of attempts made by the ruling clique to mislead and confuse the people over the State Language and other vital issues.
The tyranny M.L. and of its Govt. has put to shame the worst tyrants of the world. The peoples’ inherent rights of speech, association and movement even the natural instinct of the hungry to demand food, have totally denied. Hundreds of patriotic workers and leaders were being cast into prison for the simple reason they voice the popular demands. To mislead the people, thousand of leaflets in the name of official Muslim League, were being published in Govt. press and circulated through Govt. machineries to justify their atrocities launched a fresh since the historical incidence of February 21 to terrorised the people, the workers and leaders of Awami-League, Youth League and E.P.M.S.L and others who were connected with popular demands were being indiscriminately harassed and arrested. He appealed to the democratic forces of the country to unite and rise up to save Pakistan from the clutches of the oppressions.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 2.5.52 the subject (Mujibur Rahman) wrote to Asmot Ali Khan of Madaripur Town that he resumed the charge of Provincial A.L. since 27th April/52, as Genl. Secy. He also requested the addressee to take up organisational works earnestly and without loosing time and reach the programme and ideology of the A.L in every nook and corner of his district, Sub-divisional and Union A.L should be formed and whole time workers mobilised for sustained propaganda. He also sent a copy of the Manafeasto and constitutional of the A.L. for his use. The subject also requested the addressee to send a list of the workers of Faridpur district who were victimised during the State Language movement in different shapes, such as arrest etc. and also the name of those might still be in detention.
In a letter dt. 2.5.52 addressed to Abdur Razzak of Gopalganj Town, the subject said that he resumed the charge of Provincial A.L. since 27th April/52, as Genl. Secy. He said that their work in the maffisal units should be proceeded vigorously in view of the coming General election. He requested the addressee to take up organisational work earnestly. He said that the ideology of the A.L. should reach in every nook and corner of this district Sub-divisional and Union Awami League should be formed and whole time workers mobilised for sustained propaganda. He requested the addressee to send a list of workers of Faridpur district who were victimised during the State Language movement in the different shoves such as arrest etc. and also the names of those who might still be in detention.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 18.5.52 addressed to S.M. Musa of Tongipara, Gopalganj, the subject said that the work of the party was going in smoothly although almost all the best workers of the party were in detention in Jail. He also stated that he would start for Karachi on 20th May, 1952.
In a letter dt. 18.5.52 the subject wrote to his father that he had to start for Karachi either on the 20th or 21st May last. He met His Excellency the Governor of East Bengal and would see the Hon’ble Prime Minister, Pakistan after going to Karachi.
In a conference of the All Party State Language Committee of Action was held at Bar Association Hall, Dacca on 27.4.52. In the conference in course of his speech remarked that only the Ministers, a few M.L.A’s and the Morning News paper were against the State Language Movement. He vehemently criticised the action of the Muslim League specially Hon’ble Mr. Nural Amin and his supporter Mr. Yusuf Ali Chaudhuri as they were not working for the greater interest of the masses and the nation at large. Concluding, he said that there was no on earth which can snatch away the mother longue of 4.5 crores of people of this province.
(Identical)
In a telegram dt. 31.7.52 the subject informed Asmat Ali Khan of Madaripur Town that he was reaching Madaripur on 4.8.52 and would deliver lecture at a public meeting on 8.8.52.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 1.8.52 from Hemayet Uddin of Gopalganj to the Editor “Ettefak”, Dacca it appears that on 31.7.52 the subject provided over a largely attended meeting in the parlour of Abdur Razzak of Gopalganj Town in C/W with opening ceremony of a Public Library there. In the meeting the subject explained the bare necessity and usefulness of a Public Library and invited all specially the students community to come forward in this direction.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 1.11.52 from K.U. Khan, Dacca to the subject, it appears that the writer was security prisoner & he was released from the Jail on 29.10.52. It also appears that the writer requested the addressee to go to Dacca immediately for discussion on same matters.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 27.11.52 the subject (Mujibur Rahman) requested Adil Uddin Ahmed of Faridpur Town to observe “Political Prisoners Release Day” on 5.12.52 by holding meetings etc.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 6.11.52 the subject (Mujibur Rahman) directed Asmat Ali Khan of Madaripur Town to observe December 5, 1952 as “Political Prisoners Release Day” by holding meetings and to pass resolutions demanding unconditional release of all political prisoners including those arrested during the State Language movement.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 27.11.52 from S.K. Mujibur Rahman, Genl. Secy., E.P.A.M.L, Dacca to Anwar Husain, Secy. Dist., A.M.L, Kustia, it appears that the writer requested the addressee to observe “Political Prisoners’ Release Day” on 5.12.52 by holding meetings and to pass resolutions demanding unconditional release of all political prisoners including those arrested during the State Language Movement.
(Identical)
On 30.1.53 a meeting of the A.M.L Kustia was held at the Idgah Maidan, Kustia. The subject along with others delivered speeches in the meeting. In course of his speech he bitterly cirticised the Hon’ble Prime Minister of Pakistan and the Hon’ble Prime Minister of East Bengal including the Muslim League for their alleged corruption and mal- administration of the country. Referring to the Public Safety Ordinance, the subject said that it was brought into existence to save the Gadi of the present Ministry but not for the interest of the State etc.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 10.2.53 the subject (Mujibur Rahman) wrote Asmat Ali Khan of Madaripur Town to observe “Shahid Day” on 21st February/53 peacefully and constitutionally.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 21.7.53 from the subject to Abul Husain of Rajbari Town, Faripur, it appears that Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani and the subject would undertake a tour of this district by the 2nd week of August 1953.
In a letter dt. 13.8.53 addressed to Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy, Karachi, the subject (Mujibur Rahman) said that he was busy with the printing of their Constitution and manifesto for which people were very eager. The subject also wrote that he had decided to form one “MUJAHID BAHINI” for social service activities. Rafique Husain of Tipperah and Jalal Uddin Ahmed of Faridpur were appointed Chief and Deputy Chief of the “BAHINI” respectively.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 16.9.53 the subject informed Abul Husain of Rajbari that the subject himself along with Moulana Bhashani would hold meetings at Rajbari & Pangsa on 11.9.53 & 12.9.53 respectively. The subject also requested the addressee to make necessary arrangements to make the programme a success.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 5.10.53 the subject informed Yar Mahamed Khan of Dacca to change the date of the council meeting of the A.M.L at Mymenshingh from 17th & 18th Oct/53 to 30th & 31st Oct/53 as Moulana Bhashani suddenly fell ill at Madaripur.
In a letter dt. 3.11.53 the subject requested Abdur Razzak of Gopalganj Town to attend the Council session of the E.P.A.M.L which would be held on 14th & 15th Nov/53 at Mymensingh. The subject also requested the addressee to attend the meeting with all the Councillors of Gopalaganj.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 3.11.53 the subject requested Abdul Wazed Chaudhuri of Rajbari Town to attend the meeting of the E.P.A.M.L Councillors which would be held at Mymensingh on 14th & 15th Nov/53.
(Identical)
In a letter dt nil, the subject informed Adil Uddin Ahmed of Faridpur Town that at a joint meeting of the Working Committee of the A.M.L with the Presidents and Secretaries of the District and Sub- divisional A.M.L held recently, it was resolved that Unions Organising Committees of the A.M.L should be set up within a month.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 6.5.55, the subject (Mujibur Rahman) Genl. Secy., E.P.A.M.L Dacca, requested Abdus Salam Khan of Faridpur Town to relinquish the charge of his office immediately to Asmat Ali Khan of Madaripur Town as it was decided in a meeting of the party that he(Abdus Salam) had been suspended from the party by the Working
Committee.
(Identical)
In a letter dt. 20.5.55 the subject (Mujibur Rahman) requested all secretaries of districts and sub-divisional A.M.L to observe the “21- points Programme40 Week in co-operation with all Socio-Political
……………………………………………………………
40. 21-point programme- United Front, an alliance of the opposition political parties incorporated 21- Point Programme objectives in the election manifesto to contest East Bengal Legislative Assembly in 1954 against the then party in power, Muslim league. The United Front was composed of four political parties of East Bengal, namely Awami Muslim League, Krishak Sramik Party, Nezam-e-Islam and Ganatantri Dal.
The 21-point package programme in the election manifesto adopted by the United Front runs as follows:
1. To recognize Bangla as one of the State Languages of Pakistan;
2. To abolish without compensation zamindari and all rent receiving interest in land, and to distribute the surplus lands amongst the cultivators; to reduce rent to a fair level and abolish the certificate system of realising rent;
3. To nationalise the jute trade and bring it under the direct control of the government of East Bengal, secure fair price of jute to the growers and to investigate into the jute- bungling during the Muslim League regime to punish those found responsible for it;
4. To introduce co-operative farming in agriculture and to develop cottage industries with full government subsidies;
5. To start salt industry (both small and large scale) to make East Bengal self-sufficient in the supply of salt, and to investigate into the salt-bungling during the Muslim League regime to punish the offenders;
6. To rehabilitate immediately all the poor refugees belonging to the artisan and technician class;
7. To protect the country from flood and famine by means of digging canals and improving irrigation system;
8. To make the country self-sufficient by modernising the method of cultivation and industrialisation, and to ensure the rights of the labourer as per ILO Convention;
9. To introduce free and compulsory primary education throughout the country and to arrange for just pay and allowances to the teachers;
10. To restructure the entire education system, introduce mother tongue as the medium of instruction, remove discrimination between government and private schools and to turn all the schools into government aided institutions;
11. To repeal all reactionary laws including those of the Dhaka and Rajshahi Universities and to make them autonomous institutions; to make education cheaper and easily available to the people;
12. To curtail the cost of administration and to rationalise the pay scale of high and low paid government servants. The ministers shall not receive more than 1000 taka as monthly salary;
13. To take steps to eradicate corruption, nepotism and bribery and with this end in view, to take stocks of the properties of all government officers and businessmen from 1940 onward and forfeit all properties the acquisition of which is not satisfactorily accounted for;
14. To repeal all Safety and Preventive Detention Acts and release all prisoners detained without trial, and try in open court persons involved in anti-state activities; to safeguard the rights of the press and of holding meetings;
15. To separate the judiciary from the executive;
16. To locate the residence of the chief minister of the United Front at a less costly house, and to convert Burdwan House into a students hostel now, and later, into an institute for research on Bangla language and literature;
17. To erect a monument in memory of the martyrs of the Language Movement on the spot where they were shot dead, and to pay compensation to the families of the martyrs;
18. To declare 21 February as ‘Shaheed Day’ and a public holiday;
19. The Lahore Resolution proposed full autonomy of East Bengal leaving defence, foreign affairs and currency under the central government. In the matter of defence, arrangements shall be made to set the headquarters of the army in West Pakistan and the naval headquarters in East Bengal and to establish ordnance factories in East Bengal, and to transform Ansar force into a full-fledged militia equipped with arms;
20. The United Front Ministry shall on no account extend the tenure of the Legislature and shall resign six months before the general elections to facilitate free and fair elections under an Election Commission;
21. All casual vacancies in the Legislature shall be filled up through by-elections within three months of the vacancies, and if the nominees of the Front are defeated in three successive by-elections, ministry shall resign from office.
……………………………………………………………..
Organisation from the 29th May to the 4th June, 1955
(Identical)
Submitted,
Sd/-9.12.56
Reference Notes on Sk. Mujibur Rahman S/o Lutfor Rahman of Tongipara P.S. Gopalganj, Dt. Faridpur.
….
In was reported on 30.3.52 that the subject might visit Faridpur in connection with the Language Movement and Profulla Sannyal (CP) would meet him in this connection if he agreed.
(Identical)
The subject along with other prominent workers of the A.M.L gathered on 18.8.52 in the outer house of Alimuddin Sarkher of Bogra where the office of the A.M.L Bogra was shifted. The subject in the Convention objected to the participation of the C.P. in A.M.L and gave out they should not be allowed to work in the A.M.L. members they would accept the creed of the A.M.L.
(Identical)
On 12/12/52 evening a workers convention was held at 94 Nawabpur Road Dacca, A.M.L office and the subject attended it. The object of the convention was to select the delegates to be sent to Lahore to attend the all Pak. A.M.L Conference to be held on 26.12.52 and 27.12.52 and the subject along with others was selected as one of the delegates.
(Identical)
The E.P.A.M.L Council sitting was held from 3.7.53 to 5.7.53 in the Mukul Cinema Hall, Dacca and the subject attended the same. In the sitting a Controversial point with regard to the dropping of the word ‘Muslim’ from the name of the organisation arose and a Sub-Committee was formed to decide the matter. On 5.7.53 the subject was elected General Secretary of the E.P.A.M.L but the question of dropping the word Muslim from the name of the Organisation could not be settled.
(Identical)
The subject attended Krishak Mazdoor Karmi Sammelan at Kagmari convened by Maulana Bhashani on 17.8.56 & 18.8.56. Maulana Bhashani gave out that he would start hunger strike from 7.9.56 to compel the Govt. to translate at least 5 points into action immediately such as abolition of Zamindary System without compensation (2) Stoppage of realising interest of rents and certificate system etc. The subject gave objection to this proposal and said that the Govt. should be given at least one month’s time. As the matter could not be settled by argument, a subject committee was formed with the subject as one of the members to decide the matter.
(Identical)
The subject came to Faridpur on 21.9.53 and had discussion with the party members of the town. In reply to a question, he said that there might be some delay in forming a United Front as the party would form it not only with Mr. A.K. Fazlul Haq but also with other political parties opposed to the M.L.
On 22.9.53 he attended the Working Committee meeting of the party in the house of Adiluddin Ahmad (AML). In this meeting it was decided to raise Rs. 200/- for meeting the expenses of the visit of Moulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani to Faridpur. In this meeting a Reception Committee was formed for the purpose.
At a meeting of the E.P.S.L held on 13.10.53 at Faridpur Town, Raushan Jamal Khan (E.P.S.L.) disclosed that he had been instructed by Sk. Mujibur Rahman to canvass for the A.M.L. Candidates in the next Assembly Election.
(Identical)
The subject during his visit to Faridpur Town on 28.11.53 told to the members of the party about the utility of the formation of a ‘United Front’ in contesting the Assembly Election.
(Identical)
The subject on his way to Faridpur contacted some members of the T.M. at Rajbari on 21.9.53 and requested them to organise a public meeting at Rajbari on 11.10.53 and at Pangsa on 12.10.53 in connection with the visit of Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani & others.
(Identical)
An English letter dt. 6.3.52 from Mujibur Rahman to H.S. Suhrawardy was noticed in post on 14.3.52 at Jessore. The writer informed the addressee that almost all the workers were being arrested and due to his being weak he could not move. He also informed the addressee of his going to West Pakistan for a change.
(Identical)
Sirajul Islam Chaudhuri (A.M.L.) of Jessore left for Dacca on 20.6.52 to contact the subject and bring him down at Jessore for organisational work of the A.M.L.
(Identical)
The subject delivered speeches in the Krishak Conference held on 17.8.58 and the subject matter of discussion was confined to the different problems of the Krishak and Majdoor of the Province and for adopting ways and means for the redress of their grievances.
(Identical)
According to Dr. Yahya (CP/A.M.L) of Rajbari, Jaynal Abedin a Jail warden of Faridpur Jail carried a letter from the subject to Dr. S.M. Yahya. In the letter, the subject wanted to know as to how, the Tamaddeen Majlish41 was functioning.
(Identical)
It was reported on 5.9.52 that in a letter the subject requested Yakub Husain of Rajbari to arrange a meeting on 10.9.52 at Rajbari in which Awami Muslim League leaders Ataur Rahman (AL), Sk. Mujibur Rahman & others would deliver speeches.
Sk. Mujibur Rahman after his release from Faridpur Jail requested Yakub Husain (AML-S/o Jashimuddin of Rajbari Town) to organise the A.M.L. and form a branch committee of the A.M.L. at Rajbari but Yakub Husain was not successful in this respect. The subject was to attend the Conference and the public meeting of the E.P.M.S.L. Faridpur to be held on 7.11.52 at Faridpur Town and deliver lectures in the public meeting criticising the Govt. for alleged mal-administration.
(Identical)
On 25.10.49 the subject had been to Lahore and contacted Mian Iftiqur Uddin M.L.A. West Panjab and others and discussed the position of the Awami League in East Pakistan.
(Identical)
The subject discussed with the members of the P.N.C and S.C.A in Dacca on the migration of the scheduled cast people from East Pakistan to India and told them that he would issue a circular to all the units of the A.M.L. to propagate amongst the members of the minority community not to migrate to India.
(Identical)
……………………………………………………………
41. Tamaddun Majlish – Tamaddun Majlish (or Pakistan Tamaddun Majlish) is an Islamic Cultural Organization established in 1947 by Principal Abul Kashem in prior East Pakistan. Tamaddun Majlish had significant contribution in the Bengali Language Movement. The members of the organization were strongly influenced by the mentality of the East Pakistan Renaissance Society. After the partition, they realized that Pakistan was no longer governed with the idealism that had been promised. This led most of the members of the Tamaddun Majlish to drift away from the Muslim League.
……………………………………………………………
It was reported that the object of the formation of the Democratic Youth League by the subject was to counteract the activities of the E.P.Y.L which was styled as Communist organisation.
(Identical)
The subject had discussion with Kamini Kumar Mazumdar (HM) in c/w the Assembly Election and told him to organise a jail meeting at Kasiani in connection with the visit of Maulana Bhashani & others.
(Identical)
The subject with Mahiuddin Ahmed (Ex. Spr.) of Barisal was trying to organise a United Front of all the leftist groups of E.P agst. the M.L. in power which according to them was leading the country to entire destruction.
(Identical)
It was reported that the subject would hold the conference of the A.M.L. on 30.8.52 at Barisal Town Hal.
(Identical)
The subject was selected as one of the deputationists to wait on the Governor of East Pakistan for the imposition of Section 93 in the Province during the time of the Assembly Election.
(Identical)
The subject after holding public meetings and A.M.L. Workers’ Conventions in different districts of East Pakistan returned to Dacca on 13.9.52.
(Identical)
The subject was to go to Gopalganj on 28.10.52 for meeting the workers of the A.M.L. and the E.P.M.S.L. for Gopalganj.
(Identical)
The subject left Dacca for Gopalganj on 28.10.52 on receipt of a telegram to the effect that some Awami League workers of Gopalganj were arrested by police and he would try to secure their release.
(Identical)
The subject came to Gopalganj on 30.10.52 on receipt of a telegram containing information of the arrest of some of the A.M.L. workers but before his arrival at Gopalganj all the arrested persons were released on bail.
(Identical)
The subject attended a meeting of the East Pakistan Awami Muslim League held on 10.4.53 in the house of Yar Muhammad (A.M.L). In the meeting discussions were held on the release of Moulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani, Mr. Khairat Husain and others.
(Identical)
The subject attended attended an emergent meeting of the Working Committee of E.P.A.M.L. on 1.11.53 in its office at Karkunbari Lane, where it was finally decided that the council meeting of the E.P.A.M.L would be held on 14.11.58 and 15.11.58 in Mymensingh.
(Identical)
The subject attended a meeting of the All Parties convened by Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani on 18.11.53 at the Muktear Bar Library, Dacca where lectures were delivered agst. the Muhammad Ali Formula and the B.P.C. Report. In the meeting a committee styled ‘Sarba Daliya Gana Birodhi Mulniti Pratirodh Committee’ (All party Anti-mass Basic Principles Resistance Committee) was formed.
(Identical)
The subject attended a meeting of the ‘Sarba Daliya Ganabirodhi Mulniti Protirodh Committee’ on 20.11.53 at the Muktear Library, Dacca where a list a members from different organisation were taken in the Committee.
(Identical)
Mr. Suhrawardy left for Karachi on 24.11.53 by plane and he was seen off by the subject and others at the Tejgaon Airport.
(Identical)
The subject was elected member of the ‘Sarva Daliya Gana Birodhi Mulniti Pratirodh Committee’ for launching movement throughout East Pakistan agst. the Basic Principles Committee’s Report and Muhammad Ali formula.
(Identical)
The subject left for Kushtia on 27.11.53 to bring Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani to Dacca. They were expected to return to Dacca
on 30.11.53.
(Identical)
On 8.12.53, the Advisory Board of the Awami Mujahid Bahini was formed with the subject as one of the members. The object of the Mujahid Bahini was to assist the A.M.L. and the United Front to contest the coming election agst. the Muslim League Candidates.
(Identical)
The subject was directed to go to Chittagong by H.S. Suhrawardy to ascertain the actual fact of what happened there in c/w the visit of Mr. Nurul Amin.
(Identical)
The Subject attended a meeting of the Bhashani Sambordhona Committee on 10.12.53 in Dacca. The meeting discussed at length how to raise fund for presenting to Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani and decided to observe a week from 14.12.53 to 20.12.53 throughout the province for raising fund.
(Identical)
The draft programme of the United Front was translated into Bengali. At the instance of the subject, the word ‘Islamic State’ was translated as ‘Secular State’.
(Identical)
It was reported on 17.12.53 that the subject was in favour of taking the C.P. in the United Front Party but ultimately it was not accepted.
(Identical)
The subject supported view of Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani in taking the G.D. of the C.P. in the Parliamentary Board and not taking Yusuf Ali Chaudhuri in the Parliamentary Board.
(Identical)
On 9.1.54 a great trouble arose when the question of nomination of Yusuf Ali Chaudhuri came up for discussion. Mujibur Rahman vehemently opposed it while Mr. A. K. Fazlul Huq interested on the selection of Yusuf Ali Chaudhuri & Mr. Suhrawardy supported Mr. Haq. The subject became very much annoyed for unauthorised publication of the nominees of the United Front including the names of Yusuf Ali Chaudhuri.
(Identical)
On 4.1.54 the subject was consulted by some C.P. workers of Narayanganj to hold a public meeting of the U.F. at Narayanganj and he welcomed the suggestion of the meeting.
(Identical)
The subject attended a party meeting held on 5.1.54 in its office in Dacca where discussions were held on the party flag and it was decided that the same would rectangular having green base with white diagonal and two stars on both side of the diagonal.
(Identical)
The subject was elected member of a sub-committee in a meeting held on 5.4.54 to examine the Constitution of the Party Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani opined that the party should be made non-communal organisation.
(Identical)
A secret discussion was held in the house of the subject on 25.3.58 as per direction of Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy, Chief of the A.L. The Presidents, Secretaries of all the districts, City A.L. members of the E.P. Parliamentary Board attended the meeting. He disclosed in the meeting that Muhiuddin Ahmed of Barisal (NAP was under complete fold of the A.L. and he had agreed to do work in favour of the A.L. within the N.A.P.
(Identical)
The subject attended a meeting of the A.M.L. Faridpur on 11.9.52 at Faridpur Town. The subject gave out in the meeting that he would go to Gopalganj on 23.9.52 to address public meetings there.
(Identical)
The subject was to come to Faridpur and address a public meeting on 7.11.52, where resolutions inter-alia demands the release of all political prisoners and Bengali as one of the State Languages of Pakistan were to be adopted.
(Identical)
The subject was to attend the All Pakistan Awami League at Lahore on 28.12.52 from his district.
(Identical)
The subject attended a meeting of the A.M.L. in its Dacca office on 5.8.55. In the meeting it was decided that the District Conference of the A.M.L, Faridpur would be held at Madaripur on 19.8.55 where the District Committee of the party would be formed.
(Identical)
It was decided in a meeting of the A.L., Faridpur held on 15.12.55 that the subject should donate Rs. 100/- besides his usual subscription to the fund of the party.
(Identical)
It was reported on 17.1.56 that the subject contributed Rs. 100/- to the fund of the party.
(Identical)
At a meeting of the Working Committee of the A.L., Faridpur held on 24.11.57, discussions were held on the resignation of the subject from the post of the General Secretary of the E.P. A.L. and it was decided that the Provincial Awami League should be requested not to accept the resignation letter submitted by the subject.
(Identical)
At the instance of the subject, E.P.M.S.L. Gopalganj was re-organised on 17.3.52 at Gopalganj Town.
The subject sent one copy of the draft manifestos of the E.P.A.M.L., constitution of the A.M.L. and the proceedings of the meeting of the All Party State Language Council of Action to the Secy. A.M.L. Gopalganj.
(Identical)
Abdur Razzak, Secy. A.M.L. Gopalganj disclosed in a meeting held on 2.7.52 that Sk. Mujibur Raman discussed the programme of work of the E.P.A.M.L. with the workers of the A.M.L. after his return from West Pakistan. It was expected that the subject would soon undertake a tour to different places in East Pakistan for organisational work of the Party.
(Identical)
The subject at a sitting held on 5.8.52 at Charmuguria, requested the prominent Muslims to join the A.M.L. and as a result some leading Muslim joined the A.M.L.
(Identical)
The subject visited Gopalganj on 5.9.52 and held a meeting of the W.C. of the A.M.L. on the night of 6.9.52. In the meeting the subject condemned the formation of the Y.L. at Gopalganj and told the office bearers of the Y.L. to dissolve it immediately the members agreed to do it.
(Identical)
The subject with others visited Khulna on 7.9.52 and held a public meeting there. He also held a secret party meeting on 8.9.52 with a view to organising the Dist. A.M.L. there.
(Identical)
At the instance of the subject, the Y.L. Gopalganj was dissolved.
(Identical)
The subject on his way to Dacca visited Madaripur on 5.11.52 and held secret discussion there. He gave instruction to canvass agst. the League nominee Shamsuddin Chaudhri who was expelled from the party. (Identical) It was reported on 26.12.52 that the subject would be requested to come to Gopalganj for 10 days for propaganda work of the A.M.L.
(Identical)
It was reported on 14.5.53 that the subject would continue to work as General Secretary of the Organisation so long his resignation letter was not accepted.
(Identical)
As per direction of the subject, a private sitting of the Gopalganj A.M.L. was held on 23.6.53, where Provincial Councillors of the A.M.L. from Gopalganj were selected.
(Identical)
In a letter, Sk. Mujibur Rahman instructed Abdul Mannan @ Tuni Mannan of Madaripur Town to give wide publicity amongst the people and arrange public meetings at different places in the district in c/w the visit of Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani at Madaripur & other places.
(Identical)
On 24.9.53 the subject sent a wire to Yar Ali Khan, Office Secy. E.P.A.M.L to come to Gopalganj with Maulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani before 27.9.53 for holding public meetings from 29.9.53 to 3.10.53 at different places in Gopalganj Subdivision. He sent another wire to Sakitullah, Pleader, Barisal with a request to come to his place with some leaders and a mike on 28.9.58.
(Identical)
It was reported on 24.9.53 that Manoranjan Hira of Gopalganj asked the subject about the possibility of forming the Coalition Ministry in East Pakistan with the leaders of the A.M.L but he replied in the negative saying that the M.L. & the S.C.F. Govt. had been exploiting the country and the A.M.L wanted to crush them for good.
(Identical)
On 13.10.53 the subject held a private discussion at Faridpur Town and asked Alauddin Khan of Faridpur Town as to why he had cut off connection with the A.M.L after being elected member of the Faridpur D.B. He (Alauddin) said that he had a moral support of the A.M.L & would give assistance timely.
(Identical)
On 14.10.53 he sent information to the workers of Gopalganj that he would contest Assembly Election from Gopalganj Constituency and requested them to try hard for him.
(Identical)
On 23.10.53 the subject informed Yunusur Rahman molla & others of Gopalganj that as the Council meeting of the E.P.A.M.L had been shifted from 30.10.58 & 31.10.58 to 15.11.58 & 16.11.58, he would not be in a position to visit Gopalganj earlier.
(Identical)
It was reported on 3.12.53 that the subject told S.M. Yunusur Rahman (AML) and other workers in Dacca that Abdus Salam Khan (AML) might sincerely induce Ghulam Mustafa B.A. Muktear to contest the Assembly Election agst. him (Mujibur Rahman) as a nominee of the K.S.P. with a view to descending his influence and leadership from the E.P.A.M.L as there was difference of opinion between them. So he asked them to be on guard agst. this and to give proper and timely threatening to Ghulam Mustafa so that he might not venture to do anything wrong agst. the decision of the party.
(Identical)
The subject attended a meeting of the Working Committee of the E.P.A.M.L in Dacca on 18.2.55. In the meeting, notices were served on 9 M.P.As. to show cause within a fortnight as to why disciplinary action should not be taken agst. them for violation of rules & regulations of the party by putting their signatures in favour of confidence in the leadership of Mr. A.K. Fazlul Huq.
(Identical)
On 19.2.55 a secret meeting of the members of the A.M.L, Faridpur was held at the instance of the subject. It was decided in the meeting that the Faridpur A.M.L should be dissolved shortly because the Secretary of the A.M.L, Faridpur put his signature in favour of Mr. A.K. Fazlul Huq. (Identical)
It was reported on 3.4.55 that the subject would undertake a tour in Faridpur after his return from Karachi. He would visit Gopalganj on 10.4.55 & hold public meeting there on 11.4.55.
(Identical)
It was reported on 18.7.55 that the subject at a discussion held on 26.6.55 gave Rs. 50/- each to Shahidul Islam (EPSL) and another to run the propaganda work of the party in Gopalganj. He aslo gave them necessary instruction regarding the election.
(Identical)
The subject presided over a closed door meeting of the A.M.L. Gopalganj on 25.7.55 at Gopalganj. The subject appealed to the members present in the meeting to settle up the election dispute amicably between them. At this all the members requested him to decide the matter on their behalf & the matter was settled him.
He asked Shahidul Islam and others to reach Dacca by 4.8.55 for canvassing in favour of the party in the selection of the speaker of the E.P. Assembly.
(Identical)
The subject presided over a secret meeting of the A.M.L. Gopalganj held on 3.11.55 at Gopalganj Town. He gave out that the South Bengal Awami League Conference would be held by the middle of January, 1956.
(Identical)
It was reported on 19.2.56 that Ramatjan Sarder & another would be sent to Dacca for discussing matter regarding the South Bengal Conference with the subject.
(Identical)
The subject attended a sitting of the A.M.L. on 9.3.56 at Gopalganj. He said that the proposed South Bengal Conference would not be held in Dacca considering the then situation of the Country. He gave out that he would send some booklets from Dacca party office for circulation amongst the members of the party.
(Identical)
The subject attended a closed door meeting of the Subdivisional A.M.L. on 18.6.56 at Gopalganj Town, Faridpur. In the meeting, S.M. Rahmatjan Sardar was placed worker-in-charge for collecting suitable workers from every places of the Sub-division and Keeping them ready for the peaceful mass-movement to be launched by the party after 8.7.58 through the Subdivision agst. the Govt. if they would fail to provide the famine stricken people with necessary food stuffs.
(Identical)
The subject requested Qazi Mujaffar Hosain in a letter to go to Dacca with some important workers of the place to work in Dacca in favour of the Provincial party during the period of the E.P. Assembly Session and accordingly some workers of Gopalganj left for Dacca on 5.8.56. Those workers helped the Assembly members & other Awami Leaguers who tried convince others MPAs to join hands with the A.M.L.
(Identical)
According to Santisen, when the subject went to Peking some top- ranking leaders of the C.P. met him there and discussed with him the political and economic condition of this country. During the course of discussion, Mujibur Rahman gave some suggestions regarding the line of work to be taken to improve the condition of the people in E.P. and gain popularity of the general mass. On the basis of his suggestion, they prepared a thesis of work for East Pakistan and sent it to the P.O.C for consideration.
(Identical)
It was reported that the subject would contact the workers of the A.M.L and its supporters in the first week of July/52 at Chittagong in order to explain the significance and importance of the signature campaigning for their proposed demands. He had a contemplation for other organisations work such as collecting funds through mass appeal and making the party popular by anti-Govt. propaganda.
(Identical)
As directed by the subject the Working Committee of the E.P.A.M.L Dacca organised a public meeting at the Bar Library Hall on 14.7.52. The subject gave assurance that he would incur all the expenses for organising the meeting and he gave Rs. 50/- to Shamsul Haq (Acting President of the EPAML) on 11.7.52 for the purpose.
(Identical)
It was reported that in pursuance of the instruction of the subject (Mujibur Rahman), Liaqat Husain, & other students of Faridpur Town started work to organise the branch of the E.P.M.S.L in Faridpur Town in 1952.
It was reported that the subject would go to Faridpur on 18.9.52 to meet Abdus Salam Khan there to discuss organisational matters. It was also reported that at the instruction of Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy he (Mujibur Rahman) would also contact Aziz, Secy. Chittagong Dist A.M.L at Chittagong and receive Rs. 10,000/-from him. Aziz would get this money from a party at Chittagong as fee to Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy to conduct their case. Out this amount Rs. 1000/- would be sent to Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy as desired by him, of the rest amount Rs. 4,000/- would be spent for organisation of the A.M.L.
(Identical)
The subject went to Gopalganj on 28.10.52 to move the officials of Gopalganj for the release of the A.M.L workers of Gopalganj who were recently arrested at Gopalganj.
(Identical)
It was reported that the subject would go to Chittagong along with Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy & others on 15.11.52. On 16.11.52 they would address a public meeting at Chittagong Town and at night they would convene a workers’ meeting there to discuss organisational matters.
It was reported that the subject would start for Barisal on 16.5.53. He would meet Moulana Abdul Hamid Khan Bhashani at Barisal. They would hold organisational meeting of the party at Khulna, Jessore, Barisal dist.
(Identical)
The subject attended a meeting of the representatives of different Political, Cultural, Students and other mass organisations held on 18.11.53
at the Muktiar Library, Dacca to form a All Party Representative Committee for launching movement against the Hon’ble Mr. Md. Ali’s Formula in forming the Constitution of Pakistan. In the meeting Moulana Bhashani dwelt on the various alleged evils of the B.P.C. recommendations and urged upon the different parties and organisations to form a committee on All Party basis to oppose it. This committee would decide the future plan of action in this matter.
(Identical)
The subject was one of the Councillors of the E.P.A.M.L from Faridpur District.
Submitted,
Sd/-9.12.58
–
45
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman applied to DIG, IB to have an interview with his family and relatives.
Dacca, 23 December 1958
To
The D.I.G., I.B. East Pakistan
Through the Superintendent
Central Jail, Dacca.
23.12.58.
To
I want to have an interview with my wife Mrs. Faziloton Nesa, my four minor Children & Mr. Mominul Haque my Cousin.
I will be glad if you kindly grant the interview and arrange to inform them in time.
The address of my wife
Mrs. Faziloton Nesa
C/o Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
In front of Siddiswari
H.E. School, Dacca.
Yours Sincerely
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Security Prisoner, Central Jail,
Dacca.
Secret
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 314/ Con. dated 24.12-/ 58.
To
The Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B.
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Sending herewith three petitions dt. 23.12.58 of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Majibur Rahman and others named below, in original, for favour of disposal. Names of others:-
Name of others:-
1. Mr. Ali Aksad. 2.” M.Z. Zahidi.
Sd/-
For Superintendent
Dacca Central Jail.
Confidential
No. 447 dt. 8.1.59
Suptd. D.C. Jail, Dacca.
In forwarding herewith a copy of a petition dt. 23.12.58 from S.Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman, I am to inform you that the interview may be allowed on a date fixed by you in presence of an I.B. officer.
The party and this office may please be informed accordingly.
Sd/- 5.1.59
for D.I.G. I.B.
–
46
Report on Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s desire to retire from politics was not confirmed by the authority.
Dacca, 23 December 1958
Secret
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan,
Lalbagh Dacca, The 23rd December, 1958.
No. 16573/606-48 P.F (E).
To
A.R. Choudhuri, Esq., E.P.C.S.,
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan,
Home (Special) Department, Dacca.
Sub: Retirement of Sk. Mujibur Rahman from politics.
Please refer to your Memo No. 4021-Poll/S dated 11.12.58 on the above subject.
In this connection, I forward herewith a copy of a report of an I.B. officer who interviewed the subject in the Dacca Central Jail in order to verify the truth of the information which his wife is reported to be propagating.
The subject in a letter dated 12.11.58 addressed to his father from inside the Dacca Central Jail also expressed his desire to retire from Politics after his release.
Enquiries made from his friends also reveal that the Security Prisoner’s wife has conveyed to them the same desire of the subject as well.
It appears that the subject has expressed a desire to retire from Politics, but how far he is genuine or honest in his desire is difficult to assess as he might have expressed the desire only to get the release for which he is very anxious.
(A.S.M. Ahmed)
Dy. Inspr. Genl. of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
–
47
Weekly ‘Darbar’ magazine sent to security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman at Dacca Central Jail by manager of that magazine withheld.
Dacca, 24 December 1958
Jail informed vide No. 16813/606-48 P.F. & 29.12.58
D.S.VI.
Perusal pl. Ref:-D.C. Memo No.310/Con dt. 23.12.58 Weekly “Darbar” dt. 15.12.58 meant for security prisoner Shaikh Mujibar Rahman of D.C. Jail, though contains nothing objectionable, may not be allowed to pass, as this paper is not in the approved list of news paper vide Appendix “B” of Security prisoner’s rules.
Submitted
Sd/-24.12.58
S.I.
Side note: As proposed. Show SSII pl. Sd/-24.12
–
48
Security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman applied to have a special interview with his wife and lawyer to prepare a list of property to be submitted to Anti-corruption authority. Simultaneously his wife Sheikh Fazilatunnessa along with other relatives submitted a petition to meet her husband and get a cheque signed by him. The authority granted interviews. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman submitted list of his properties to DG, Bureau of Anti-Corruption, East Pakistan.
Dacca, 26 December 1958
To
The D.I.G., I.B., East Pakistan
Through the Superintendent Central Jail Dacca, 26.12.58
Sir,
I want to have an special interview with my wife Mrs. Faziloton Nesa, My Pleader Mr. Zahiruddin and my Private Secretary Mr. Abul Hossain. The Govt. of East Pakistan wanted the list of my immovable and movable properties within thirty days. Already seven days passed.
According to rules, the Security Prisoner gets only 20 minutes interview but in this particular special interview I require at least one hour time because I have to prepare the list of my property.
I will be glad if you kindly grant the interview as soon as possible and inform my wife. My wife will inform Mr. Zahiruddin and Mr. Abul Hossain.
Begum
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
M.P., M.P.A
General Secretary,
EAST PAKISTAN AWAMI LEAGUE
To
The Dy. I.G., I.B., Govt. of E. Pakistan,
Dacca.
Yours Sincerely
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Security Prisoner.
North of Siddeswari High School
115, SEGUN BAGICHA,
RAMNA, DACCA. 2
Dated 1.1.59.
Sir,
You are requested to kindly grant us special permission to see my husband Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in the Dacca Central Jail to get his signature to the cheque to enable me draw money from the bank to defray my family expenses. (1) Myself, (2) Mr. Abul Hossain, P.S. to my husband, (3) Mr. Mominul Huq, his brother and (4) Mrs. Fatema Begum, eldest sister of my husband and (5) Sheikh Kamaluddin, his eldest son seek this interview. As the matter mentioned above is very urgent and as his sister is to leave Dacca very soon, you are requested to grant this interview on the 2nd January, 1959 in the afternoon.
Thanking you.
Yours faithfully,
Shatkh Mujibur Rahman,
F. Nessa.
To
The D.I.G., I.B., East Pakistan.
Through the Superintendent, Central Jail, Dacca. 5.1.59.
Sir,
With due respect, I want to inform you that I had applied for a special interview on the 26th Dec. 1958 with my wife Mrs. Faziloton Nesa, My pleader Mr. Zahiruddin and my Private Secretary Mr. Abul Hossain. Unfortunately, I had not yet received any information.
The Govt. of East Pakistan, through the D.G. Anti-Corruption has asked me to submit the list of my movable and immovable property within thirty days from 20th of December 1958. Already 17 days passed. You should not forget that I am in jail. It requires time to prepare the list.
May I therefore request you to kindly grant the special interview and arrange to inform my wife. She will inform others. I require at least one hour time, not possible to finish the work within 20 minutes interview. Kindly grant the interview as soon as possible.
The address of my wife
Mrs. Faziloton Nesa
C/o Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
In front of Siddeshawary H.E. School,
Siddeshawary, Dacca.
Yours Sincerely,
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Security Prisoner,
Central jail, Dacca.
5.1.59
Secret.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 21/Con. dated 6.1.59.
To
The Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Sending herewith a petition dated 5-1-59 of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Majibar Rahman addressed to you, in original, for favour of disposal.
Sd/-
For Superintendent
Dacca Central Jail.
Page: 251
Ref. File No. 606-48 PF
Interview of security prisoner Sk. Majibar Rahman along with his pleader Mr. Zahiruddin, his P.S. Mr. Abul Hossain, his wife Mrs. Fazilatun Nesa and his sister Mrs. Fatima Begum took place between 16.45 hrs. and 17.45 hrs. on 6.1.59 in Dacca Central Jail in presence of Dy. Jailor on duty and myself. He filled up two statements wanted by Anti- Corruption Dept. and the Govt. by the help of his pleader Mr. Zahir Uddin and his P.S. Mr. Abul Hossain. He discussed domestic affair with his wife and with his sister. Nothing was discussed about political or objectionable.
Submitted
M.A. Halim S.I. I.B.E.P. Dacca.
7.1.59.
Confidential
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan, Lalbagh
Dacca, the 5.1.1959
No. 253
To
N. Nematullah, Esq., B.A., B.L.,
Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail, Dacca.
Kindly allow Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa (ii) Mrs. Fatima Begum (iii) Sk. Kamaluddin (iv) Mr. Abul Hussain (v) Mr. Zahiruddin of North of Siddeswari High School, Ramna, Dacca to have an interview as a special with political prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman from 4 P.M. to 5 P.M. on 6.1.59 in presence of an I.B. Officer.
The party has been informed.
For Dy. Inspector General of Police
I.B., E.B., Dacca.
By Spl. Messenger.
Memo. No. 253/1 & 5.1.59
Copy forwarded to Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa, North of Siddeswari High school, Ramna, Dacca for information.
Sd/-3.1.59
for Dy. Inspr. Genl. of Police, I.B.,
E.P., Dacca.
Confidential
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 58/Con. Dated 10.1.59.
To
Mrs. Fazilaton Nesa Khatun,
C/O Sheikh Majibur Rahman,
In front of Siddeswary H.E. School,
Dacca.
You and the four minor children and Mr.Manirul Haq are hereby allowed to have an interview with security prisoner Mr. Majibur Rahman in the jail gate at 4 P.M. on 12.1.59.
Sd/-W.A. Choudhury.
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 55/1 Con. dated 10.1.59.
Copy forwarded to the Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E. Pak., Dacca for information with reference to his no. 447 dated 8.1.59.
An I.B. officer may kindly be deputed to attend the interview on the date and time fixed.
Sd/-10.1
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Side note: DSVI, Perusal pl. R.S.I. may depute an officer to conduct the interview pl.,
Sd/-12.1
S.I. Q.B. Islam will please attend. Sd/-DSVI, 12.1.59. Seen. Sd/- 12.1.59.
Received the cheque book of National Bank of Pakistan issued in favour of Mr. Mujibar Rahman Sheikh, containing cheques No. S.B.B. 004351 to No. S.B.B. 004360 today from an officer of the I.B. Dacca.
F. Nessa,
W/o Mujibar Rahman
Sheikh – Esqr.
Central Jail, Dacca.
12.1.59.
Side note: Submitted to D.S. VII. Sd/- 13.1.59.
–
File No. 606/48 P.F.
As ordered, I attended the party interview held between Spr. Mujibar Rahman Sk. & his wife Fazilatunnesa Khatun with 4 children on 12.1.59 between the hours of 16.35 and 17.05 in the D/C Jail.
They talked on personal & household affair mainly. In course of the conversation Mujibur Rahman advised his wife to meet Mr. H.S. Sarwardy when he returns to Dacca from Faridpur. He also hoped that he will be released very soon when Mr. Sarwardy has come to this side.
Sd/-Q.B. Islam
13.1.59
Form No. XXIX, S.M., 1941.
Secret.
Government of East Pakistan.
Home (Special) Department.
No. 134-H.S., dated Dacca, the Jan. 1959.
From: A.R. Chaudhuri, Esqr., E.P.C.S., Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
To : The Supdt., Dacca Central Jail.
Subject: Petition of Security Prisoner Sk. Majibur Rahman regarding submission of statement in respect of his movable and immovable properties.
Reference : His memo. No. 67/Con., dated the 12th January, 1959.
The undersigned is directed to say that it has been decided by Government that all reasonable facilities may be allowed to the applicant for submission of his statement in question from within the Jail.
2. It is requested that necessary action in the matter be taken accordingly.
Sd/- A.B. Chaudhuri.
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
To
The Dy. I.G., I.B., Govt. of E. Pak.
Dacca.
12.1.59
Sir,
I have the honour to request you to kindly get the cheque signed by my husband Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the cheque being sent herewith (amount Rs. 550/-). Necessary permission is also attached herewith.
Thanking you.
Yours faithfully,
F. Nessa.
North of Siddheswari, H.E. School,
Dacca-2.
Site note: The officer attending an interview this evening may get this signed by S. prisoner in his presence & hand over the same to the petitioner on a receipt. Sd/-12.1
Not received. Sd/-12.1.59
Received the Cheque Book No. S.B.B. 004360, Q.B. Islam, 12.1.59
Secret.
No. 704/606-48 P.F. (E) dt. 12.1.
Director-General, Bureau of Anti-Corruption, E.P., Dacca.
I forward herewith a petition dt. 8.1.59 from S. Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman along with the statement of his movable and immovable property (in original) for information and necessary action.
Sd/-10.1
For D.I.G., I.B.
Side note: T.S. Please keep copy of the petition only. (flagged A). Sd/-12.1.59
–
Chapter-II
1959
49
Security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman interviewed inside Dacca Central Jail to review his detention. In his interview he said he was always straightforward in politics and fought for the interest of East Pakistan and did not believe in subversion. Finally he was detained for another three months.
Dacca, 8 January 1959
[1.B. Officers Report dt. 3.1.59]
Secret/Express
No. 464/ 606-48 P.F.(E) dt. 8.1.59
Addl. S.P., D.I.B., Dacca.
Copy forwarded to – for information and with the request to submit the review report on the case of the subject together with the views of the D.M. at an early date.
Sd/-5.1
DS VI for SSI
Report of interview with security prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman son of Lutfur Rahman of Gopalganj, Faridpur and of Dacca.
….
I interviewed security prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman on 2.1.59 between 09.50 hours and 11.30 hours in the Dacca Central Jail.
In course of conversation, the subject gave out that his political career was known to everybody and he has got nothing more to add. He said that he was always straight forward in his politics and fought for the interest of East Pakistan. Perhaps that was his folly and that was why he was in prison. He further pointed out that he did not believe in the subversive activities and never indulged in anti-State activities. He claimed to have fought for the achievement of Pakistan. He further said that he had nothing to say about communism and he always hated the communists. For this he had a clash in opinion with Maulana Bhashani and his followers and ultimately had to free the A.L. from the leftist, though it had its effect on the party.
During the conversation, he vilified Mr. Iskander Mirza as a traitor and supported Mr. Suhrawardy as a great personality, a seasoned politician and a true patriot. He would be happy if he was permitted to see Mr. Suhrawardy when he visits Dacca. He was sorry that he was charged with corruption as he was always against corruption and did much to root out corruption. He separated Anti- Corruption Department from that of the Police. He supported the Martial Law Administration and spoke very highly of the President General Md. Ayub Khan. He thanked the President that he drove away Mr. Iskandar Mirza out of Pakistan.
As regards his release he gave out that he was very willing to come out of the jail, even on furnishing a bond. He added that the bond would be different from the usual one as in that he would state that he never indulged in anti-State activities in the past and he would not do so in the future. He also stated that he would give up politics.
He further pointed out that he would be very glad to help the present Government in any way if asked for in the interest of the state.
He regretted that he was kept in segregation far away from Mr. M.A. Khaleque and Mr. Abul Mansur Ahmed in the Dacca Central Jail.
In course of my conversations I could assess that the subject was very much perturbed about the welfare of his family members. He really appeared to be keen to come out of the jail. His attitude was not stiff, rather mild.
Sd/-Inspr., I.B.
3.1.59.
Secret/Express
Immediate
District Intelligence Branch
Dacca, The 23rd January, 1959.
No. 759/R.276/100-49 P.F.
To
M.B. Karim, Esqr., P.S.P.,
S.S. (II) I.B.,E.P., Dacca.
Ref: Your No. 464/606-48 P.F. (E), dated 9.1.59 regarding review report on the case of Security Prisoner, Sk. Mujibur Rahman.
The subject (Sk. Mujibur Rahman) was the Genl. Secy. of the E.P. Awami League. In the past he took very prominent part in many movements and agitations, particularly in 1949 he led a procession and tried to break open the Police Cordon and enter in the Prohibited area of Ramna. He is reported to have had organised the hunger procession in 1956 with the ulterior motive to overthrow the existing Ministry in the province and to come power. He is in the habit of delivering exciting speeches creating disaffection between the two wings of Pakistan.
The subject was interviewed by an I.B. Officer on 2.1.59 in the Dacca Central Jail. During the interview, he expressed to the officer that he might have been arrested for his love for East Pakistan. He also expressed satisfaction on the removal of Mr. Iskandar Mirza and appreciated the Chief Martial Law Administrator, Pakistan. He was found eager to come out of the Jail even by furnishing a bond. This shows that his attitude is not stiff. But he is still full of potentialities for committing mischief.
His detention for a further period of six months for further improvement of his attitude as well as for the safety of the State and maintaining of public peace, is recommended.
Opinion of the D.M., Dacca, is as follows:-
“As his attitude is changing I recommend his further detention for 3 months”.
Sd/-23.1.59
(A.J. Choudhury).
for Addl. Supdt. of Police,
D.I.B., Dacca.
Secret/Express
No.1420/606-48 P.F.(E) dt. 24.1.59
Asstt. Secy; to the Govt. of E.P.
Home (Spl) Dept. Dacca.
Ref: your memo No. 51 H.S. dt. 3.12.58
Seven copies of the draft grounds of detention in respect of Spr. Sk.
Mujibur Rahman are sent herewith, as desired.
Sd/-24.1.59
for D.I.G., I.B.
Immediate
By Special Messenger
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
HOME (SPECIAL) DEPARTMENT
No. 154 H.S. Dated Dacca, the 26th January, 1959.
From: A.R. Choudhuri, Esqr., E.P.C.S., Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
To: The Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Sub Communication of grounds of detention to security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman u/s 19 of the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance, 1958.
A communication (in duplicate) on the subject noted above is forwarded herewith. You are requested to serve the same on the security prisoner concerned and report to Government duly.
2. You are also requested to forward to Government representation, if any, made by the security prisoner, as soon as possible.
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
…
No 154/1(4)-H.S.
Copy with a copy of the enclosure forwarded for information to the –
1) Inspector-General of Prisons, East Pakistan, Dacca.
2) Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan, Dacca.
3) District Magistrate, Dacca.
4) D.D.I. Bureau, Government of Pakistan, Dacca.
Dacca, The 26.1.1959.
Sd/-
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
Communication of grounds of detention under section 19 of the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance, 1958 (East Pakistan Ordinance No. LXXVIII of 1958).
In pursuance of section 19 of the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance 1958 (East Pakistan Ordinance No. LXXVIII of 1958), you Sk. Majibur Rahman son of Sk. Lutfar Rahman of Tangipara, P.S. Gopalganj, Faridpur and of Dacca, at present
detained in the Dacca Central Jail under Order No. 7276-H.S. dated 18.10.58 made under clause (a) of Sub-section (I) of section 17 of the said Ordinance are hereby informed that your detention has been considered necessary on the following grounds:-
1. That you have been and are associated with the illegal activities, of a secret association in the districts of Dacca, Faridpur and some other districts of East Pakistan, the object of which is to overthrow this Govt. (i.e. Govt. of East Pakistan) by violent means and that during the years 1947 (after partition) 1948 and 1949 you were concerned in prejudicial acts in the districts of Dacca, Faridpur, Pabna and Bakarganj with the intention of creating disaffection amongst the students and Muslim Masses against the Govt. of East Pakistan. For your such prejudicial activities you were made a security prisoner in April 1949. But after your release on 27.2.52 you reverted to disruptive activities throughout East Pakistan particularly in the districts of Dacca and Faridpur during 1952-1953 and 1954 (till your arrest on 16.6.54) you along with other anti-Pakistan elements indulged in prejudicial propaganda amongst the students and Muslim masses and incited them against the Govt. on various issues with a view to subvert the Govt. by creating disorder and lawlessness in the Country, and after your release from security detention in February/55, you again reverted to your former prejudicial activities in the aforementioned places particularly in the months of August and October, 1955 January and May 1956, June, July and August, September and October, 1958 (till your arrest on 12.10.58) with the same ulterior object. Furnishing of anymore facts and particulars than those given above would be against public interest.
2. That all your activities mentioned above threaten and are likely to endanger the existence of public order and safety of this Province.
3. You are further informed that you have a right to make a representation in and you writing to this Govt. against the order of detention made against you, should wish to do so you should send the representation to the undersigned through the Superintendent of Dacca Central Jail, where you are at present detained.
By order of the Governor,
Sd/-
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
Home (Special) Department, Dacca.
Secret.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 162/Con. Dated 27.1.59.
To
The Assistant Secretary,
to the Govt. of East Pakistan,
Home (Spl.) Deptt., Dacca.
Sub: Communication of grounds of detention to security prisoner Mr. Sheikh Majibur Rahman u/s 19 of the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance, 1958.
I am to report for the information of Govt. that the communication on the above subject received with G.O. No. 154-H.S. dated 26.1.59 was served on the above named security prisoner on 26.1.59.
Sd/-N. Nematullah,
Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 162/3 /Con. dated 27.1.59.
Copy forwarded for information and necessary action to:-
1. The Inspector-General of Prisons, East Pakistan, Dacca.
2. The Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E. Pak., Dacca.
3. The Superintendent of Police, D.I.B., Dacca.
Sd/-27.1.59
Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Secret.
INTELLIGENCE BRANCH, EAST PAKISTAN, LALBAGH,
Dated Dacca, the 29.1.1959.
No. 1762/606-48 P.F.(E)
To
The Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan,
Home (Special) Department, Dacca.
Sub: Review of the case of Security Prisoner Sk. MUJIBUR RAHMAN, son of LUTFAR RAHMAN of vill. TANGIPARA P.S GOPALGANJ, Dist. FARIDPUR and of Dacca for the quarter ending December, 1958. Govt. order No. under which detained 7276-H.S. dt. 18.10.58.
In forwarding herewith in a sealed cover a copy of the First Addendum to the Brief History of the subject I am to state that the Addl. Supdt. of Police, D.I.B. Dacca recommends his detention for six months and the District Magistrate, Dacca recommends his detention for a further period of three months under the East Pakistan Public Safety ordinance, 1958. I agree with the District Magistrate.
The Brief History is with the Government.
Sd/-28.1
for Dy. Inspr. Genl. of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Memo No. 1762/1/606-48 P.F.(E) dated 29.1., 1959.
Copy, together with a copy of the B.H. and first addenda forwarded to the Addl. Superintendent of Police, D.I.B., Dacca, for information with reference to his No. 759 dated 23.1.59.
Sd/-28.1
for Spl. Supdt. of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
–
First Addendum to the Brief History on the political activities of SK. MUJIBUR RAHMAN, B.A., son of LUTFAR RAHMAN of TANGIPARA, P.S GOPALGANJ, FARIDPUR and of Dacca. (Born in 1921)
1. SK. MUJIBUR RAHMAN is at present detained as a security prisoner in the Dacca Central Jail under Govt. order no.7276-H.s. dated 18.10.58.
2. The security prisoner was interviewed by an officer of the Intelligence Branch in the Dacca Central Jail on 15.12.58 when he gave out that he was shocked to be arrested under a charge of corruption, but was at the same time happy that people would soon be aware that he is not corrupt. He was bitter against Major General Iskandar Mirza who, according to him, had done the greatest mischief of the country. He also gave out the demoralised state of affairs in the Awami League organisation and chaos in the country. He added that he was fed up with politics and would leave politics for good. Talking about the Martial Law administration, he observed that he was happy over it. He did not believe that real parliamentary form of Govt. would be restored in the country. There would be referendum and not election. The security prisoner was formed to be anxious to come out of Jail.
He was again interviewed by an officer of the Intelligence Branch in the Dacca Central Jail on 2.1.59. He stated that his political career was well known. He was always straight forward and fought for the interest of East Pakistan. He expressed his admiration for Mr. Suhrawardy and described him as a great personality, a seasoned politician and a true patriot. He praised General Ayub Khan, President of Pakistan and offered himself for any service to the present Govt. in the interest of the State. He was agreeable to conditional release. His attitude was mild.
The case was referred to the Addl. Superintendent of Police D.I.B. & the District Magistrate, Dacca, for review. The Addl. Supdt. of Police, D.I.B., Dacca recommended six months further detention. The D.M., Dacca, however, passed the following opinion:-
“As his attitude is changing I recommend his further detention for three months.”
I agree with the District Magistrate Dacca and recommend that the security prisoner be detained in Jail for a further period of three months.
Sd/-28.1.59
for D.I.G., I.B.
(True copy of my representation)
To
The Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan,
Home (Special) Department, Dacca.
Through the Superintendent, Central Jail, Dacca. 2.2.59.
Sir,
I have received the Grounds of my detention on the 26th of January 1959 after more than three months of detention. I was never connected with illegal activities or with any secret Association in my life. I was the General Secretary of the East Pakistan Awami League Party about eight years up to 7th of Oct. 1958. Before 7th of Oct. Awami League was never declared by any Govt. illegal. The question of illegal activities does not arise. From 1956 Sept. to 7th October, 1958 my party was in power in the centre and also in the province of East Pakistan except two months in East Pakistan. How I can subvert my own party Govt. and create Lawlessness and disruption, I cannot understand it. Everybody knows what I have done. I do not know any secret politics or any Anti-Pakistan elements.
The grounds you have shown are all baseless and there is not an iota of truth in it.
After the promulgation of Martial Law I have not done any politics. I cannot do it because I respect the law of the Land.
Government should not furnish such a baseless grounds for the public interest and for the interest of the country.
I hope, you will kindly understand the position and release me as soon as possible.
Yours sincerely,
Sd/- Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
Security Prisoner,
Central Jail, Dacca.
2.2.59.
No. 3103 dt. 19.2.59. Forwarded. Sd/-19.2.59. for D.I.G., I.B.
Censored and Passed. Sd/-19.2.59, for D.I.G., I.B., E.P., Dacca.
True copy
Communication of grounds of detention under section 19 of the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance, 1958 (East Pakistan Ordinance No. LXXVIII of 1958).
…
In pursuance of section 19 of the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance 1958 (East Pakistan Ordinance No. LXXVIII of 1958), you Sk. Majibur Rahman s/o Sk. Lutfar Rahman of Tangipara, P.S. Gopalganj, Faridpur and of Dacca, at present detained in the Dacca Central Jail under Order No. 7276-H.S. dated 18.10.58 made under clause (a) of Sub-section (1) of section 17 of the said Ordinance are hereby informed that your detention has been considered necessary on the following grounds:-
1. That you have been and are associated with the illegal activities, of a secret association in the districts of Dacca, Faridpur and some other districts of East Pakistan, the object of which is to overthrow this Govt. (i.e. Govt. of East Pakistan) by violent means and that during the years 1947 (after partition) 1948 and 1949 you were concerned in prejudicial acts in the districts of Dacca, Faridpur, Pabna and Bakarganj with the intention of creating disaffection amongst the students and Muslim Masses against the Govt. of East Pakistan. For your such prejudicial activities you were made a security prisoner in April 1949. But after your release on 27.2.52 you reverted to disruptive activities throughout East Pakistan particularly in the district of Dacca and Faridpur during 1952-1953 and 1954 (till your arrest on 16.6.54) you along with other anti-Pakistan elements indulged in prejudicial propaganda amongst the students and Muslim masses and incited them against the Govt. on various issues with a view to subvert the Govt. by creating disorder and Lawlessness in the Country, and after your release from security detention in February/55, you again reverted to your former prejudicial activities in the aforementioned places particularly in the months of August and October, 1955 January and May 1956, June, July and August, September and October, 1958 (till your arrest on 12.10.58) with the same ulterior object. Furnishing of anymore facts and particulars than those given above would be against public interest.
2. That all your activities mentioned above threaten and are likely to endanger the existence of Public order and safety of this Province.
3. You are further informed that you have a right to make a representation in writing to this Govt. against the order or detention made against you, and you should wish to do so you should send the representation to the undersigned through the Superintendent of Dacca Central Jail, where you are at present detained.
By order of the Governor,
(Cannot understand the signature)
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pak.
Home (Special) Department, Dacca.
Received on the 26th of January, 1959.
Sd/- Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
26.1.59.
Phone No. 3844
Secret.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 265/ Con. Dated. 14.2.59.
To
The Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Sending herewith a petition dt. 12.2.59 together with a copy of grounds of detention and a copy of representation to the Govt. of East Pakistan of security prisoner Mr. Sheikh Majibur Rahman to your address for favour of disposal.
Sd/-
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
–
50
Security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman at Dacca Central Jail sent a letter along with his property statement to Income Tax Commissioner, Dacca.
Dacca, 9 January 1959
Secret.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 48/Con. Dated 9.1. 59.
To
The Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Sending herewith a petition dated 8.1.59 of security prisoner Sk. Majibur Rahman addressed to the Income Tax Commissioner, Dacca for favour of disposal.
Sd/- For Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
…
Secret.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 49/ Con. Dated 9.1.59.
To
The Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Sending herewith a petitions dated 8.1.59 of security prisoner Sk. Majibur Rahman addressed to the Director-General, Bureau of Anti-Corruption East Pakistan, Dacca along with the statement of property for favour of disposal.
Sd/-For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
From: Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Security Prisoner, Central Jail, Dacca.
To: The Income Tax Commissioner, Dacca. Through the Superintendent, Central Jail, Dacca. 8.1.59.
Sir,
I am now detained in Dacca Central Jail as a Security Prisoner. I became M.P.A. after general election in March, 1954. My salary was Rs. 200/- two hundred per month. I became an M.P. in 1955. Our salary was fixed as M.P. probably 1956, Rs. 400/- four hundred per month. So far I remember my income tax has been deducted on these amounts, if it has not been deducted, I am ready to pay. Unfortunately, I am in Jail, I cannot do anything.
This monthly six hundred was my only assessable income. As Minister I have paid the income tax, which was deducted from my salary. This statement is true to my knowledge and under the circumstances I am now.
Yours faithfully,
Sd/-Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Security Prisoner Central Jail, Dacca.
8.1.59.
Side note: No. 705 dt. 12.1.59, Forwarded, Sd/- A. Hafiz 10.1.59 for D.I.G., I.B.
To
D.G. Bureau of Anti-Corruption, East Pakistan, Dacca.
IMMOVABLE PROPERTY – PARTI
(1) ONE PLOT OF land – Dhanmondai – value – about Rs. 8000/- eight thousand rupees – In my name – perhaps acquired in 1957 from Govt. of East Pakistan on instalment basis – One instalment paid only. (Document seized by Anti-Corruption Bureau).
(2) My wife holds her ancestral property inherited from her grandfather in the district of Faridpur. Documents lying with my father at Vill. Tungipara, P.O. Patgati, Dist. Faridpur.
MOVABLE PROPERTY – PART II
(1) ONE JEEP – EBD III – Presented by Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy. It is in Dacca – In
my name – In 1957, I received it.
(2) One Refrigerator one Radio Gramophone- Purchased in America through Pakistan Consul-General, New York. Value – I cannot remember now. Receipt is in my house. Already seen by officer of the Anti- Corruption Bureau.
(3) Rs. 2000/- two thousand one old Tape Recorder- Seized by Anti-Corruption officer in the time of my arrest.
(4) Two Accounts in National Bank of Pakistan one in Sadarghat Branch and another in Eden Building Branch – Both total deposit about Rs. 3000/- three thousand. (Papers seized by Anti-Corruption officers).
(5) ONE Life insurance of Rs. 20,000/- twenty thousand in Prudential Assurance Co. in a long term basis. About two instalments paid (Now lapsed).
(6) Household Furniture- About thousand rupees.
(7) My wife holds her ornaments which are her personal property, presented by her parents and my parents – value – about Rs. 2500/- two thousand five hundred.
Sd/- Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
Security Prisoner,
Central Jail, Dacca.
8.1.59.
To
The Director-General, Bureau of Anti-Corruption,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Through the Superintendent, Central Jail, Dacca.
Sir,
As desired by the Asstt. Secy. Govt. of East Pakistan, Department of Anti- Corruption in his memo. No. 2616 A.C. dated 17th of Dec., 1958 received by me on the 20th of Dec., 1958, in Dacca Central Jail.
I am submitting my property and assets statement as given over leaf. As I am a security prisoner and as all my documents have been seized, I could not give the plot. No. of my land and value of other movable property in exact figures.
Yours sincerely,
Sd/- Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
Security Prisoner,
Central Jail, Dacca.
8.1.59.
DSVI
(i) Perusal pl. of Page 1 and the enclosed statement of movable and immovable property of S.Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman. This may be forwarded to the Director General, Bureau of Anti-Corruption after Censor. A copy of the same may be kept in our file for record. Draft below for approval pl.
(ii) Perusal pl. of Page 2 and the enclosed petitions of Sk. Mujibur Rahman addressed to the income tax commissioner, Dacca. May forwarded the same to the addressee after keeping a copy. C.O. may please see. Endv. made therein may please be approved.
Sd/-10.1.59
Side note: (1) Signed. (2) Yes. Sd/- 10.1
DSVI, Re-order above. The petitions may be passed as it appears nothing objectionable. Sd/-C.O. 10.1
Yes. Sd/-10.1
No. 704 dt. 12.1.59 to D.G. BAC
No. 705 dt. 12.1.59 to Income Tax Commr., E.P.
–
51
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Sheikh Fazilatunnessa, Sheikh Lutfar Rahman applied separately to DIG, IB to have an interview and it was granted together.
Dacca, 13 January 1959
To
The D.I.G., I.B., East Pakistan, Dacca.
Through the Superintendent, Central Jail, Dacca.
13.1.59/15.1.59
D/Sir,
I want to have an interview with my wife Mrs. Faziloton Nesa my four minor children and my private secretary Mr. Abul Hossain.
I hope you will kindly grant the interview and inform my wife as soon as possible.
Yours Sincerely
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Security Prisoner, Central Jail,
Dacca. 13.1.59.
The address of my wife-
Mrs. Faziloton Nesa,
In front of Sideswari H.E. School, Dacca.
Secret.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 94/Con. Dated. 16.1.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police
I.B., East Pakistan,
DACCA.
Sending herewith a petitions dt. 13/15.1.59 of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Majibur Rahman and favour of disposal.
Sd/-
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
From Begum Mujibur Rahman
North of Siddheswari H.E. School,
Dacca 2.
20.1.59.
To
The Dy. I.G., I.B., Govt. of E. Pakistan, Dacca.
Sir,
I have the honour to request you to kindly allow me and Mr. Mominul Huq, brother of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman to see him in the Dacca Central Jail immediately as I am in need of discussing with him domestic affairs.
Thanking you.
Yours faithfully,
F. Nessa.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police,
I.B. Office.
Sir,
I beg to state that I have come from home to see my son, Shaikh Mujibur Rahman, who is now in Central Jail, Dacca, as a security prisoner. I have some consultation with him regarding domestic affairs. I shall have to return home very soon.
I therefore hope that you will kindly allow me a special permission to see him as early as possible & oblige.
Dated the 22nd Jan 1959.
North of Siddeswari Boys’ High School, Dacca.
Yours obediently,
Shaikh Lutfor Rahman
Confidential
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan, Lalbagh
Dacca, the 24.1.1959.
No. 1427
To
N. Nematullah, Esq., B.A., B.L.,
Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail, Dacca.
Kindly allow Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa (ii) Hasina (iii) Jamal (iv) Kamal (v) Rehena (vi) Mr. Sk. Lutfor Rahman (vii) Mr. Abul Hossain of north of Siddeswari High School, Dacca to have an interview with political prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman at 4 P.M. on 27.1.59 in presence of an I.B. Officer.
The party has been informed.
Sd/-23.12
For Dy. Inspector General of Police,
I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Memo No. 1427/1/24.1.59
Copy forwarded to Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa, North of Siddeswari High School, Dacca-2 for information.
Sd/-23.12
for Dy. Inspector General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Ref. Jail Interview of Sk. Mojibur Rahman in D.C. Jail with his wife & 3 others on 27.1.59.
D.S.VI.
Sir,
As ordered I attended the Jail interview of Sk. Mojibur Rahman with his wife, father & 2 children on 27.1.59 from 16.00 hrs. to 16.20 hrs. During this period they talked over their domestic affairs & there was nothing objectionable or interesting to note.
One officer of the Central Jail was also present although.
Submitted
S.I.
Sd/-28.1.
–
52
Security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman applied to DIG, IB to have an interview with family and ex-private secretary.
Dacca, 29 January 1959
To
The D.I.G., I.B., East Pakistan, Dacca.
Through the Superintendent Central Jail Dacca, 29.1.59.
Sir,
I want to have an interview with my wife, my four minor Children and my Ex-Private Secretary Mr. Abul Hossain.
I will be glad if you kindly grant the interview and inform them in time.
The Address of my wife
Mrs. Faziloton Nesa
In front of Sideswary H.E.School,
Dacca.
Yours Sincerely,
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Security Prisoner, Central Jail,
Dacca.
Secret.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 185/ Con. Dated 31.1.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan,
Dacca.
Sending herewith 3 petitions dt. 29.1.59 of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Majibur Rahman and 2 others named below addressed to you for favour of
disposal.
1. Mr. M.A. Khaleque -1
2. Mr. Dewan Mahboob Ali-1
Sd/-
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Side note: T.S. Please supply two copies. Sd/-2.2.59
–
53
Authority allowed security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman special interview with his lawyers.
Dacca, 31 January 1959
To
The D.I.G., I.B., East Pakistan, Dacca.
Through the Superintendent Central Jail
Dacca. 31.1.59.
Sir,
I want to have a Special Interview with Mr. Zahiruddin, Pleader, Mr. Mirza Golam Hafiz, Advocate, Khan Bhahadur Nasiruddin, Advocate and Mr. A.T.M. Mustafa, Bar-at-Law, to discuss about Habeas Corpus.
I hope you would kindly grant the interview and arrange to inform them.
Address
Mr. Zahiruddin, Pleader,Gopibag Lane
Mirza Golam Hafiz, Gopibag Lane
Khan Bahadur Nasiruddin, Advocate
High Court Bar.
A.T.M. Mustafa, Bar-at-Law
High Court Bar.
Yours Sincerely,
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Security Prisoner, Central Jail
Dacca. 31.1.59.
Phone No. 3844
Secret.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail. Memo No. 200/Con. Dated 3.2.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, DACCA.
Sending herewith a petition dt. 31.1.59 of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Majibur Rahman addressed to you for favour of disposal.
Sd/-
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
–
54
Authority allowed Sheikh Fazilatunnessa’s application to have an interview with security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman along with advocate and relatives.
Dacca, 4 February 1959
NORTH OF SIDDHESWARI H.E. School
115, SEGUN BAGICHA,
RAMNA, DACCA. 2
Dated 4.2.59.
Begum
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
General Secretary,
M.P., M.P.A
EAST PAKISTAN AWAMI LEAGUE
To
The Dy.l.G., I.B., Govt. of E. Pakistan
Dacca.
Sir,
I have the honour to request you to kindly allow me along with Mr. Abul Hossain, formerly P.S. to Mr. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and Mr. Mominul Huq, his brother to see my husband Mr. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in the Dacca Central Jail in connection with the transfer and admission of his sons in a different School.
I am also directed to request you to kindly allow Mr. Zaheeruddin, advocate and Mr. Mirza Ghulam Hafiz to see him in connection with his case.
Thanking you.
Yours faithfully,
F. Nessa.
Side note: Received at 4-10 P.M. Sd/-5.2.59.
Phone No. 4231/61
Confidential
By Spl. Messenger
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan, Lalbagh
Dacca, the 7.2.1959.
No. 2368-68/1(4)
To
N. Neamatullah, Esqr., B.A., B.L.,
Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail, Dacca.
Kindly allow (1) Mr. Zahiruddin of 20 Gopibagh 1st Lane, Dacca (ii) Mr. Mirza Ghulam Haifiz, Advocate (iii) Khan Bahadur Naziruddin, Advocate (iv) Mr. A.T.M. Mustafa, Bar-at-Law of Dacca High Court to have a special interview with political prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman at 4 P.M. on 9.2.59 in presence of an I.B. Officer.
The party has been informed.
Sd/-7.2
For Dy. Inspector-General of Police,
I.B., E. P., Dacca.
By SPL. Messenger
Memo No.
Copy forwarded to Zahiruddin of 20, Gopibagh 1st Lane, Dacca (ii) Mirza Ghulam Hafiz, Advocate Dacca High Court 3) K.B. Naziruddin 4)Mr. A.T.M. Mustafa, Nos. 2-4 C/O Mr. Zahiruddin for information.
Sd/-7.2
for Dy. Inspr. – Genl. of Police,
I.B., E.P, Dacca.
Side note: S.I. Md. Nural Islam will please attend. Sd/-9.2.59,DS VI
Seen & noted. Sd/-9.2.
Confidential
Telephone No. 4231/61
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan, Lalbagh. Dacca, the 10.2.1959.
No. 2478/606-48 P.F.
To
N. Neamatullah, Esqr., B.A., B.L.,
Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail, Dacca.
Kindly allow Begum Mujibur Rahman, her children & Mr. Abul Hossain to have an interview with political prisoner Sk. Mujibar Rahman at 4 P.M. on 12.2.59 in presence of an I.B. Officer.
The party has been informed.
For Dy. Inspector General of Police,
I.B., E. P., Dacca.
Memo No 2478/1 dt. 10.2.59
Copy forwarded to Begum Mujibar Rahman, North of Siddeshwari H.E.
School, Dacca-2 for information.
Sd/-9.2.59
for Dy. Inspector General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Side note: S./. Masder Hussain will please attend the interview. Sd/-10.2.59 Seen. Sd/-10.2
To DS VI
Sir,
As ordered, I had been to the Dacca Central Jail yesterday (9.2.59) afternoon and attended the interview of the Security Prisoner, Sk. Mujibur Rahman with (1) Mr. Zahiruddin and (2) Mr. Mirja Ghulam Hafiz.
Nothing Political or objectionable was discussed during the course of
Interview.
Neither Mr. A.T.M Mustafa- Bar-at-Law nor Khan Bahadur, Naziruddin attended the interview.
Y.O.S.
Md. Nurul Islam
S.I.
I.B. E.P. Dacca
10.2.59
D.S.VI
As ordered, I had been to Dacca Central Jail on 12.2.59 and attended the interview of Sec. prisoner Sk. Mujibar Rahman with his wife, Children and Mr. Abul Hossain held from 4.15 hrs. to 4..35 P.M.
During interview they discussed about their private and family matters and there was nothing objectionable on the 1.B. point of view.
Submitted
Masdar Hossain
S.I. I.B.
13.2.59.
–
55
Security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was taken from Dacca Central Jail on different dates to produce him before East Pakistan Assembly Incident Enquiry Commission at East Pakistan Assembly Buildings, Dacca in connection with the death of ex- deputy speaker Sahed Ali during session of assembly on September 1958. Watch report on Sheikh Mujibur Rahman at Assembly Buildings also included.
Dacca, 4 February 1959
Urgent
No. 430/AECD/59
From: A.M. Jalaluddin, Esqr., B.A.,L.L.B.
Secretary, East Pakistan Assembly Incidents Enquiry Commission, Dacca.
To: Secretary, to the Govt. of East Pakistan, Home Department, Dacca. Dated Dacca the, 3rd February, 1959.
Sir,
I am directed to request you that you will kindly make necessary arrangement to produce Mr. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Ex. M.P.A. now a Security Prisoner before this Commission on Friday the 6th February, 1959 at 10.30 A.M. for giving evidence.
Your obedient servant,
Sd/-A.M. Jalaluddin,
Secretary. 3.2.59.
By Special Messenger
No. 172(2)-HS. Dated Dacca the, 4th Feb, 1959
Copy forwarded for information and necessary action to:-
1) Mr. A.M.A. Kabir, P.S.P., Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan, Dacca.
2) Mr. K.A. Haque P.S.P., Officer on Special Duty, Home Department.
Sd/-4.2.59
Deputy Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
Received one sealed cover containing 1.B. Memo No. 2174 and 2205 dt. 5.2.59 from S.I. Wahed Ali of I.B., East Pakistan, Dacca today at 3.30 P.M. (Addressed to Superintendent).
Sd/-5.2.59
Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
As ordered I made over the cover to the officer on duty and informed the Dy. Jailor, in-charge of the S. prisoner of the letter.
Wahed Ali
S.I., I.B. Dacca.
5.2.59
Side note: Seen. Keep in file pl. Sd/-5.2
(No. 172 (2) H.S. dt. 4.2.59)
Telephone No. 4231/61
Secret/Express
Supdt. D.C. Jail, Dacca.
No. 2205 dt. 5.2.59
Copy forwarded to- for information and with the request to make necessary arrangement to produce the S.pr. before the commission on 6.2.59 at 10.30 A.M.
Sd/-5.2
for D.I.G., I.B.
Secret/Express
No. 2205/1/606-48 P.F. (E) dt. 5.2.59
Copy, with a copy of the Govt. letter forwarded to the Addl. S.P., D.I.B. Dacca for information and necessary action.
Sd/-5.2
DSVI for SSII
Secret
S.S.II/D.S.VI.
Sir,
I have the honour to report that security prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman arrived at the venue of the East Pakistan Assembly Incident Enquiry Commission, Dacca situated at the East Pakistan Assembly Buildings, Dacca this morning at about 09.30 hours in the Police Prisoners Van. At about 09.45 hours, while Sk. Mujibur Rahman was seated in the verandah of the building, Mr. Azizul Haq @ Nanna Mia appeared there and exchanged greetings. He inquired about his health. Sk. Mujibur Rahman replied that he was not keeping well and has lost weight. He was suffering from stomach trouble. He asked Nanna Mia to beg pardon of Mr. A.K. Fazlul Haque, on his behalf as he was sometime rough with him in the past. Nanna Mia replied that Mr. A.K. Fazlul Haque did not remember anything. He (Nanna Mia) also observed that the incident of the Assembly was really disgraceful and it were they who have destroyed democracy in the country. In course of the talk Sk. Mujibur Rahman told me that he has applied for interview with Mr. A.K. Zahiruddin and A.T.M. Mustafa Bar-at-Law, with a view to moving Habeas Corpus in the High Court against his detention and requested me to see that it is granted early. At about 10.00 hours Mr. A.K. Zahiruddin arrived there and embraced Sk. Mujibur Rahman. Sk. Mujibur Rahman told him that he has received the grounds of his detention from the Government. The grounds were all vague and baseless. He expressed his surprise of his being accused of trying to subvert his own Govt. He added that he has submitted a representation to the Government against the grounds of detention. He requested Mr. Zahiruddin to see him in Jail early, so that he could submit a writ of Habeas Corpus early. In the meantime Mr. Shamsul Haque of Mymensingh, a worker of A.L. (defunct) arrived at the place and exchanged greetings with Sk. Mujibur Rahman. He said that his wife was still sick, but he had to come as he was summoned by the Commission.
The Commission sat about 10.30 hours. Sk. Mujibur Rahman was first examined by Mr. Zahiruddin, who was reported to be the Awami League Lawyer. After that Khan Bahadur Md. Ismail, said to be the lawyer on behalf of a Police, put him some questions, which were mostly about the incidents in the Assembly which took place on 20th and 23rd September, 1958. Then Mr. Abdul Latif Biswas said to be the representative of the K.S.P. questioned him. The questions were mostly on the party strength of the Government Party and the opposition party in the Assembly. After than Mr. Gani, a lawyer, examined him. His questions were mostly on the non- confidence motion against Mr. Abdul Hakim, the speaker, which was passed on 20th September, 1958 and the incidents which took place on 20th and 23rd September, 1958 in the Assembly. Besides these four lawyers, the learned judge himself put various questions to Sk. Mujibur Rahman from time to time during the deposition.
The following were the important points of evidence:-
(1) That in March, 1956, the Budget of Mr. Abu Hossain Sarkar was thrown away by Mr. Abdul Hakim, Speaker on the point of order. Thus he helped him to avoid a defeat on the floor of the Assembly.
(2) That on 22nd September, 1958, a discussion was held in the house of the Chief Minister Mr. Ataur Rahman Khan at night, where Mr. Sahed Ali, Deputy Speaker, Mr. Monoranjan Dhar of Congress, the D.M., the S.P., Dacca, and Sk. Mujibur Rahman were present. The Secretary of the East Pakistan Legislative bar Assembly was also present for some time. After the discussion, at the instance of the Deputy Speaker some 40/50 police constables and officers were appointed as the Sergeant -at-arms. The Chief Minister was against this, but he Mhad to do it as it was a demand from the Deputy Speaker, who had the overall in-charge of the Assembly.
(3) That the District Magistrate and the Supdt. of Police entered into the Assembly Hall on 23rd September, 1958 and they were there for about 4/5 minutes.
(4) That the Inspector- General of Police, Mr. Ismail also came into the House. He was there for 5/7 minutes. He tried to pacify the members of the opposition, who were excited and shouting.
(5) That the Deputy Speaker ordered the Sergeant-at-Arms to remove some members of the opposition from the House. He (Sk. Mujibur Rahman) could not remember the names of those members.
(6) That there was trouble in the House and the use of Police Force was a necessity. Besides the Sergeant-at-arms, some Police Constables also came into the House under the order of the Dy. Speaker.
(7) That the Dy. Speaker, Late Mr. Sahed Ali was injured due to throwing of some paper weights, broken chairs and Microphone parts and his nose was bleeding.
(8) That before the Session, and agreement between the Awami League and the N.A.P. was reached, on the basis of a written document pledging to work together. The agreement was signed by Sk. Mujibur Rahman on behalf of the Awami League and by Dewan Mahboob Ali, on behalf of the N.A.P. He did not know where the agreement could be found, because he was in jail and that the office of the Awami League was searched and all papers were seized by the Martial Law authorities.
It may be noted here that while the Commission was in Session, Yousuf Ali Chaudhuri and Mian Abdul Hafiz of Rangpur came into the court and took their seats behind the lawyers.
During the recess, Sk. Mujibur Rahman along with Mr. Zahiruddin, Mr. Yousuf Ali Chaudhuri, Mian Abdul Hafiz went to the B.A.C. Canteen and took tea there. On the table Yousuf Ali Chaudhuri enquired from Sk. Mujibur Rahman about his life in Jail. He gave out that he was not keeping well and the diet arrangements were bad.
He added that the main suffering was segregation. He could not meet Mr. Abdul Khaleque and Mr. Abul Mansur Ahmad. He remarked that they could not talk or live together in jail, whereas the communists have been kept in groups. He continued that books were his constant companions. He expressed his desire of going to England after his release and to become a Bar-at-Law. At this Mr. Zahiruddin said that he should go and the boss (Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy) would help him. In course of the talk Sk. Mujibur Rahman gave out that four months have passed and the Govt. have failed to establish any case of corruption against him and have taken resort to the Security Ordinance. He again requested Mr. Zahiruddin to make necessary arrangements for his Habeas Corpus.
From the nature of his deposition before the Commission, it appeared that his attitude regarding the conduct of the K.S.P. members has been changed. But from his talk with Mr. Zahiruddin and Yousuf Ali Chaudhuri he seemed to be biased against the present administration.
At about 14.20 hours Mr. Ismail, Ex-I.G.P. came to the court and observed the proceedings.
Mr. Mujibur Rahman was released by the Commission at about 15.30 hours who was immediately taken to jail in a closed van.
The commission directed the Secretary to succession Sk. Mujibur Rahman before him again on 10.2.59 for the attestation of his statement.
Your obedient Servant,
Sd/-6.2.59
Inspr., I.B.
Site note: D.I.G. may perhaps like to see.
DS VI
As ordered I had been to”
(missing from original document due to page damage) duty along with W/C Golam M (missing from original document due to page damage) Security Prisoner Sk. Majibur…. (missing from original document due to page damage) from 09.30 to 15.30 hrs. on (missing from original document due to page damage)
At about 09.30 hrs. Sk. Majibur Rahman came to the “Assembly House” by Police Prisoner’s Van No. E.B.D. 1680 with proper escort. During my duty periods the following persons were visit to the said place as follows:-
Mr. Syed Azizul Huq, Mr. Yusuff Ali Choudhury, Mr. Shamsul Huq Ex-M.P.A., Advocate Mr. Zahiruddin & Advocate Mr. Abdul Latif Biswas.
At about 15.30 hrs. Sk. Majibur Rahman left the Assembly House by the said police prisoner’s van with proper police escort.
Submitted,
Delwar Hossain
S.I.
7.2.59
S.S.II
Security Prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman will be produced before the East Pakistan Assembly Incidents Enquiry Commission at the Assembly Building on 10.2.59 at 10.30 hours.
O/C watch may please depute one S.I. and one W/C to keep watch on the suspect.
Inspr. Mvi. Rashidun Nabi may please care the suspect at the Assembly Building and report matter of interests from 1.B. points of view.
Sd/-9.2
D.S.6
Side note: S.I. Delwar Hossain to comply pl. Sd/-9/2, O/C Watch Seen. Sd/-9/2. Approved, Sd/-9/2/59
–
No. 183 (2) H.S. dt. 9.2.59
Telephone No. 4231/61
Secret
By Spl. Messenger
No. 2457/606-48P.F. dt. 9.2.59
Copy fodd. to Supdt., D.C. Jail, Dacca for information & with the request to make necessary arrangement to produce the S.Pr. before the Commission on 10.2.59 at 10.30 A.M.
Sd/- for D.I.G., I.B.
By Spl. Messenger
No. 2457/1 dt.9.2.59
Copy with a copy of the Govt. letter fodd. to Addl. S.P., D.I.B., Dacca for information & necessary action.
Sd/-9.2
D.S.VI for SSII
No. 433AFCD/59
From A.M. Jalaluddin, Esqr., B.A., LL.B. Secretary, East Pakistan Assembly
Incidents Enquiry Commission, Dacca.
To : The Secretary to the Government of East Pakistan, Home Department. Dated Dacca, The 7th February, 1959.
Sir,
I am directed to refer to this Commission letter No. 430/AFCD/59, dated the 3rd February, 1959 and to say that Mr. Sk. Majibur Rahman, Ex. M.PA. now a Security Prisoner appeared before the Commission on Friday the 6th February, 1959 and gave evidence. His deposition will be ready on Tuesday the 10th February, 1959 and as such it is requested that necessary arrangement may kindly again be made for his production before the Commission on Tuesday the 10th February, 1959 at 10.30 A.M. so as to enable him to read and sign the deposition.
Your obedient servant,
Sd/- A.M. Jalaluddin,
Secretary.
By Special Messenger.
No. 183(2) H.S.
Copy forwarded for information and necessary action to the –
1) Officer on Special Duty, Home Department.
2) Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., DACCA.
Home (Special) Department, Dacca the 9th February, ’59.
Sd/-
Asstt. Secy. to the Government of East Pakistan.
Side note: Recd on 10.2.59, at 15.00 hrs. along with the file. Sd/-10.2.59
D.S.VI/S.S. II
As ordered I attended S.Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman in the E.P. Assembly House on 10.2.59 between 10.00 hrs. and 16.05 hrs.
The S.Pr. was produced in the Assembly House at about 10.00 hrs. in E.B.K. 131 (a Police Pick-up) under proper police escort.
On his arrival the S. Pr. was given a typed copy of the deposition, he made before the E.P. Assembly Incident Enquiry Commission on 6.2.59.
At about 10.15 hrs. Mr. Jahiruddin, (Ex. A.L.) Advocate on his behalf arrived and saw the S.Pr. in the southern verandah of the Assembly Building. After exchanging greetings, the S.Pr. was taken to Mr. A.M. Jalaluddin, Secy. to the Assembly Incident Enquiry Commission in his room and was asked to go through the depositions for necessary correction if any. Mr. Jahiruddin told Sk. Mujibur Rahman that he sent for another lawyer over phone to help him in the matter as he would be engaged with the commission in con. with the cross-examination of Mr. Quibria, former A.D.C. to the Governor of East Pakistan. After that Mr. Jahiruddin went to attend the Court of the E.P. Assembly Incident Enquiry Commission.
Sk. Mujibur Rahman started reading the typed copy of his deposition silently in presence of Mr. A.M. Jalaluddin in his room.
At about 10.35 hrs. Mr. Azizul Huq @ Nanna Miyan advocate (Ex-K.S.P.), accompanied by another Md. Rahatullah came there and exchanged their greetings. Sk. Mujibur Rahman abruptly requested Mr. Azizul Huq to help him in purchasing a house for his family at Dacca as he was unable to bear the rent of the house his family has been living in at present. Mr. Azizul Huq agreed to help him in this matter and went away without any further discussion. Mr. Rahatullah who came with him obtained an admittance card from the Secy. E.P. Assembly Incident Enquiry Commission and got in the court of the Commission. He had no talk with Sk. Mujibur Rahman.
At about 10.45 hrs. Mr. Shamsul Huq (Ex-A.L.) of Mymensingh came in and saw the S.Pr. who asked him to arrange for some lawyer to help him in the attestation of his deposition, whereupon Shamsul Huq contacted Mr. Ataur Rahman Khan (Ex-A.L.) over phone for the purpose and then left for attending the court of the Enquiry Commission.
No lawyer till 12.00 hrs. came in, when Mr. Abdul Wadud Patwari (Ex-A.L.) arrived with lawyer Mr. Siddiqur Rahman of Dacca and another unknown lawyer and helped Sk. Mujibur Rahman in making necessary corrections of his deposition till about 15.45 hrs., sitting in the southern verandah of the Assembly Building. After that, the corrections were verified and initialed by the Secy. Mr. Jalaluddin and finally the deposition was duly attested by the S.Pr. page by page in presence of the Secy. The S.Pr. was not taken in the court of the Enquiry Commission.
During his stay in the Assembly Building, the S.Pr. was visited by Mr. Tofazzal Hussain @Manik Miyan, editor, the Daily “Ittefaq” and Mr. Ataur Rahman Khan Ex-C.M., East Pakistan between 14.00 hrs. and 15.00 hrs. In course of their conversation the S.Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman sought for their opinion and advice about the Habeas Corpus, he was going to file shortly with the High Court. They agreed to the proposal but advised him to wait till 16.2.59, the date of hearing of the Habeas Corpus of Mr. Abul Mansur Ahmed. The S.Pr. further requested them to help him after his release in getting either a suitable job in any firm or to send him abroad to study Bar-at-Law. He grew somewhat emotional during his conversation and pointed out that he could not understand before that to do politics in East Pakistan amongst the illiterate masses and to fight for them throughout the life would bring this ruination for him. He said that he would be the last man to join politics again. He requested Mr. Tofazzal Hossain also to look for a house to be purchased by his wife at Dacca.
During their conversation, nothing anti-state was heard to be discussed by them.
Mr. Tofazzal Hossain, in course of their conversation however, criticised the daily “Mail” in publishing a false news item recently that there would be no Governor from outside than from the military in East Pakistan and thereby causing embarrassment to the Martial Law Administrator M. Omroa Khan himself.
During their conversation, one Abdul Matin @ Dulal s/o S.Pr. Abdul Khaleque, who was reported to have come there to see the Director General, Bureau of Anti- Corruption for obtaining permission to withdraw money from his father’s account for the fees of his Intermediate Final to be submitted by 12.2.59, saw S.Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman and enquired of his father (A. Khaleque) and his health in the D.C. Jail.
The S.Pr. then left the Assembly House at about 16.05 hrs. by the same Police Pick-up E.B.K. 131, under the same police escort.
Md. Rashidun Nabi
Inspr. I.B., Dacca
11.2.59
Side note: SSI. Perusal pl. D.I.G. may like to see. Sd/-11.2, Sd/-11.2.59
Copy of report of a D.I.O. dt. 11.2.59.
Beg to report that on 10.2.59, I was on secret watch duty upon Sk. Mujibar Rahman (Ex-MPA, Sr. Prisoner). He was brought to Assembly House by Police car E.B.K. No. 131 with proper guard from Dacca Central Jail. He gave evidence in connection with the East Pakistan Assembly Incident. He was again taken back to Central Jail at about 16.25 hrs. by the above noted Police car under proper guards. I also shadowed him up to jail gate. Nothing objectionable came to my notice during the period of watch. D.I.O. Sk. Nurul Huda was on duty there up to 13.00 hrs.
The following persons were present in the Enquiry Commission Court at the time of giving evidence. (1) Advocate, Mr. Zahiruddin (Ex-Minister), (2) Mr. Syed Azizul Huq (Ex-MPA), (3) Mr. Shamsul Haque (Ex-MPA).
Before recording the evidence of Sk. Mujibur Rahman by the Enquiry Commission, the following persons met Sk. Mujibur Rahman in the lobby of the E.P. Assembly – (1) Mr. Ataur Rahman Khan (Ex-Chief Minister), (2) Mr. Tofazzal Hussain @ Manik Miyan, Editor, Daily Ittefaque, (3) Abdul Wadud Patwari (A.L).
Abdul Wadud Patwari as desired by Sk. Mujibur Rahman brought two pleaders for giving him advice in the deposition before the Enquiry Commission. I could know the name of one pleader who is Siddiqur Rahman of Dacca Bar. Nothing relating to politics was discussed by the Sr. Prisoner.
Secret.
Telephone No. 4231/34.
DISTRICT INTELLIGENCE BRANCH
DACCA, THE 13th Feb/59.
No. 1432/100-49.
Copy forwarded to Moinuddin Esq., P.S.P., S.S. (I) I.B., E.P., Dacca, for
information.
Sd/-13.2.59
(A. Khaleque)
ADDL. SUPERINTENDENT OF
POLICE,
D.I.B., DACCA.
Copy of report of a D.I.O. dt. 7.1.59
Beg to report that on 6.1.59. I was on secret watch duty upon Sk. Majibar Rahman (Security Prisoner and Ex. M.P.A.). He was brought from Central jail to Assembly House by Police Car E.B.D. No. 1680 with proper guard. He gave evidence in connection with the occurrence in the Assembly house and death of Mr. Shahed Ali, (Deputy Speaker) in last Sept/58. He was again taken back to Central Jail after finishing evidence by the same police Car. Nothing objectionable came to my notice during the period of watch. He was not found to talk to anybody except the lawyer. The following persons were present in the enquiry commission court at the time of his evidence. (1) Mr. Syed Azizul Huq (Ex- M.P.A., KSP), (2) Mr. Yusuff Ali Choudhury @ Mohan Miyan, Ex-M.P.A., (3) Mr. Abdul Latif Biswas, Ex-M.P.A., (4) Mr. Shamsul Huq, Ex-M.P.A., (5) Mr. Zahiruddin, Ex-Minister.
Secret
Telephone No. 4231/34
DISTRICT INTELLIGENCE BRANCH DACCA, THE 13th Feb/59.
No. 1440/100-49.
Copy forwarded to Moinuddin Esq., P.S.P., S.S. (I) I.B., E.P., Dacca, for
information.
Sd/-13.2.59
(A. Khaleque)
ADDL. SUPERINTENDENT OF
POLICE,
D.I.B., DACCA.
–
56
Sheikh Fazilatunnessa applied to have an interview with her husband security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman along with ex- private secretary of her husband and relatives. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman on the other hand applied to have an interview with his wife, minor children and former PS. Interview allowed.
Dacca, 16 February 1959
Begum
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
General Secretary,
M.P., M.P.A
EAST PAKISTAN AWAMI LEAGUE
North of Siddheswari H.E. School
115, SEGUN BAGICHA,
RAMNA, DACCA. 2
DATED 16.2.58.
To
The Dy. I.G., I.B., Govt. of E. Pakistan, Dacca.
Sir,
I requested the favour of your kindly allowing me, Mr. Abul Hossain, formerly P.S. to my husband, Mr. Moninul Huq and Mr. Sheikh Mohammad Ali, his brother to see my husband Mr. Sheikh Mujibar Rahman in the Dacca Central Jail.
Yours faithfully,
F. Nessa.
…
To
The D.I.G., I.B., East Pakistan.
Through the Superintendent, Central Jail,
Dacca, 18.2.59.
Sir,
I want to have an interview with my wife, my four minor children
and my Ex-Private Secretary Mr. Abul Hossain.
I will be glad if you kindly grant the interview and arrange to
inform them.
The address of my wife-
Mrs. Faziloton Nesa
C/o Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
In front of Sideswari
H.E. School Dacca.
Yours Sincerely,
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Security Prisoner, Central Jail, Dacca.
Phone No.3844
Secret.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 292/Con. Dated 19.2.59.
To
The Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Sending herewith a petition dt. 18.2.59 from security prisoner Mr. Sk. Majibur Rahman to your address reg. his family interview for favour of disposal.
Sd/-
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Phone No. 4231/61
Confidential
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan Lalbagh,
Dacca, the 19.2.1959
No. 3104
To
N. Nematullah, Esq., B.A., B.L.,
Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail, Dacca.
Kindly allow Mrs. F. Nessa (ii) Mr. Abul Hussain (iii) Mr. Mominul Huq (iv) Sk. Mohammad Ali of North of Siddheswari H.E. School, Dacca to have an interview with political prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman at 4 P.M. on 26.2.59 in presence of an I.B. Officer.
The party has been informed.
Sd/-19.2.59
For Dy. Inspector General of Police,
I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Memo No. 3104/1
Copy forwarded to Mrs. F. Nessa of North of Siddheswari H.E. School, Dacca for information.
Sd/-19.2.59
for Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
DSVI
Perusal pl. of the petition below from S.Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman praying for an interview with his wife and children. We have already granted him an interview with his wife to hold on 26.2.59. For orders pl.
Sd/-23.2.59
S.S.II
May pl. like to see. We have already allowed interview on 26.2.59 as the petition of his wife. May be filed.
Sd/-S.S.II
DS6 23.2.59
D.S.VI.
Re. F.606-48 N.S.P.
LXXXIII
As ordered, I had been to Dacca Central Jail on 26.2.59 and attended the interview of Sec. prisoner Sk. Mujibar Rahman with Mrs. Fazilatunnessa, Mominul Haq, Sk. Mohammed Ali of North Siddheswari H.E. School, held from 4.30 to 4.50 P.M.
During interview the party discussed about their private and personal matters and there was nothing objectionable on the I.B. point of view.
Submitted,
M Hossain, S.I.
27.2.59.
DS.VI
Perusal pl. of the petition below from Mrs. F. Nessa praying for a special interview with her husband Sk. Mujibur Rahman. The last interview was held on 26.2.59. For orders pl.
Sd/- 28.2.59
S.S.II
The last interview was held on the day previous to the date of submitting the petition. If the applicant’s son has been suddenly attacked with eye troubles, the nature of which is not known to us. She can see a Doctor to get his advice. Her husband cannot be of any use in this respect. As for domestic troubles she, it is presumed, she had the discussion the previous day.
A special interview may not be granted. The Jail authorities may be asked to allow a usual interview on a day to be fixed by them.
Sd/-2.3.59
DSVI
Orders above:
Draft below for approval pl.
Sd/-3.3.59
–
57
Report on dental medication of security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
Dacca, 17 February 1959
Secret
Phone No. 3844.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail. Memo No. 281/Con. Dated 17.2.59.
To
Dr. A. Hossain,
Dental Surgeon,
210, Mitford Road,
Dacca.
You are hereby requested to examine a security prisoner inside the jail at 11 A.M. on 19.2.59.
Usual charges, as per rule, will be paid to you on submission of the bill by you.
Sd/-W.A. Choudhury
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 281/1/Con. Dated 17.2.59.
Copy forwarded to the Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B., East Pakistan, Dacca for information.
An I.B., officer may kindly be deputed to be present on the date and time fixed. Name of the S.Pr. Mr. Sk. Majibur Rahman.
Sd/- 17.2
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Side note: D.S.VI, Perusal Pl. R.S.I. may depute an officer pl. Sd/-18.2.58 S.I. Aminullah (1) will please attend. Sd/-18.2.59. Noted. Sd/-(1),.
DSVI
Reference orders on the N.S.P. of file No. 606-48 P.F.
I had been to Dacca Central Jail on 19.2.59 and attended the teeth examination of the S.Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman, examined by Capt. A. Hosain, Dental Surgeon, Dacca Mitford Hospital, in presence of the Dy. Jailor, and the Medical Officer Dacca Central Jail between 11.15 hrs. to 12.00 hrs.
Nothing objectionable happened at the time of examination.
Sd/-19.2.59 (1)
S.I., I.B.
–
58
Withdrawal order for freezing accounts of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman upon the petition of his wife.
Dacca, 27 February 1959
Order
Seen the prayer of the wife of Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman. As no case U/S (5(1) of the East Pakistan Anti-Corruption Act has been made out against Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman there is no necessity of freezing his bank account any further. The amount standing in his different accounts is also not much a little over Rs.2000/-. The order freezing the account is therefore withdrawn and he is allowed to withdraw the money from his account.
Sd/- M. Ahmad,
27.2.59.
Director-General,
Bureau of Anti-Corruption, E.P.
Page: 301
Memo No. 2986(2) AB/952-58 dated 28.2.59.
Copy forwarded to:-
1. The Manager, National Bank of Pakistan, Dacca.
2. The Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca, for information and favour of necessary action.
Sd/-28.2
Director-General,
Bureau of Anti-Corruption, E.P., Dacca.
–
59
Authority allowed Sheikh Fazilatunnessa interview with security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman at Dacca Central Jail.
Dacca, 27 February 1959
115, SEGUN BAGICHA,
RAMNA, DACCA. 2
Dated 27.2.58.
Begum
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
M.P., M.P.A
General Secretary,
EAST PAKISTAN AWAMI LEAGUE
To
The Dy. I. G., I. B., Govt. of
E. Pakistan. Dacca.
Sir,
As my son Sk. Kamaluddin has suddenly been attacked with eye troubles and for other domestic troubles, I would request you to kindly give me special permission to see my husband Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in the Dacca Central Jail along with his brother Mominul Huq and his former Private Secy. Mr. Abul Hossain by tomorrow or day after tomorrow.
As it is very urgent, you are requested to issue a special permission. Thanking you.
Yours faithfully,
F. Nessa.
Phone No. 4231/64
Confidential
No. 3757 Dt. 3.3.59.
Suptd. D.C. Jail, DACCA.
In forwarding herewith a copy of a petition dt. 27.2.59 from Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa, I am to inform you that the interview may be allowed on a date fixed by you when due in presence of an I.B. Officer.
The party and this office may please be informed accordingly.
Sd/-3.3
For D.I.G., I.B.
Secret
Phone No.3844.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 371/ Con. Dated 7.3.59.
To
Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa.
North Siddheswari H.E. School,
Ramna, Dacca-2.
You and two others named below are hereby allowed to have an interview with security prisoner Mr. Sk. Majibur Rahman in the jail gate at 4 P.M. on 12.3.59.
Names of others:-
1. Mr. Moninul Haq 2. Mr. Abul Hosain
Sd/-
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 371/1/Con. Dated 7.3.59.
Copy forwarded to the Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., East Pakistan, Dacca with reference to his No. 3757 dt. 3.3.59.
An I.B. Officer may kindly be deputed to attend the interview on the date and time fixed.
Sd/- For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
D.S.6
Perusal pl. R.S.I. may kindly arrange an officer to attend the interview. R.S.I. to comply pl.
Sd/-14.3.59
Side note: S./. M. Aminulla (11) will please attend. Seen & notes, Sd/-12.3.59
Secret
Ref. Party Interview of S.Pr. Shaikh Mujibar Rahman. Ex. Minister.
As ordered I went to the Dacca Central Jail on 12.3.59 at 4 P.M. and attended the party interview of the S.Pr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman with his wife Fazilatun Nessa, cousin Mominul Huq and Abul Hussain (Ex- Private Secy. of Sk. M. Rahman). The interview was held between 16.15 hrs. and 17.15 hrs. on 12.3.59 in presence of the Dy. Jailor of the Security Section of the Jail. In course of talk the wife of the S.Pr. expressed that she could not be able to procure any quarter elsewhere yet. Sk. Mujibar Rahman expressed she should try her utmost with the help of others to procure a quarters at less rent early to minimise the expenditure as he may be remain in detention long time.
He also instructed his wife to try to sell his Jeep (car) as it is being damaged day by day. It was also reported to S.Pr. that his mother arrived Dacca from home and wanted to see him. He asked his P.A. to make arrangements for her interview. In course of their talk nothing was important and objectionable to mention in this report. They talked on household and domestic affairs.
Submitted,
Sd/-13.3.59
S.I., I.B., Dacca.
–
60
Authority allowed Sheikh Mujibur Rahman special interview with advocate Zahiruddin and Tofazzal Hossain @ Manik Miyan.
Dacca, 6 March 1959
To
The D.I.G., I.B., East Pakistan.
Through the Superintendent,
Central Jail, Dacca. 6.3.59.
Sir,
I want to have a Special Interview with Mr. Zahiruddin, pleader and Mr. T. Hossain alias Manik Miah in connection with a new case started by Kotwali P.S. I want discuss with Mr. T. Hossain about my family accommodation problems.
I will be glad if you kindly grant the interview and arrange to inform them.
Yours Sincerely,
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Security Prisoner,
Central Jail, Dacca.
6.3.59.
Address
1. Mr. Zahiruddin, Pleader,
Gopi Bag Lane, Dacca.
2. Mr. T. Hossain alias Manik Miah, Editor, Daily Ittefaque,
1, Ram Krishna Mission Road, Dacca.
D.S.VI
Perusal pl. of the petition below from S.Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman praying for a special interview with Mr. Zahiruddin, Advocate and Mr. Tafazzal Hussain @ Manik Miyan. For orders pl.
Sd/-12.3.59
S.S.II
Perusal pl. The special interview sought for may be allowed, if approved.
Sd/-13.3.59
Office fix 19.3.59 pl. and give necessary instruction to the parties.
Sd/-16.3.59
Side note: Allowed. Sd/-16.3.59
D.S.6. (1) Draft below for approval pl. (2) R.S.I. may arrange pl. Received from S.S.II without order. Sd/-16.3.59
S.I. M. Yunus will please attend. Sd/- 18.3.59, DS VI
Confidential
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan, Lalbagh
Dacca, the 17.3.1959.
No. 4481
To
N. Neamatullah, Esq., B.A., B.L.,
Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail, Dacca.
Kindly allow Mr. (1) Zahiruddin & (II) Mr. T. Hossain @ Manik Miayan to have an interview with Security Prisoner Shikh Mujibar Rahman as special case at 4 P.M. on 19.3.59 in presence of an I.B. officer.
The party has been informed.
Sd/-16.3
for Dy. Inspr.-Genl. of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Memo No. 4481/1(2) Dated 17.3.1959.
Copy forwarded to Mr. Zahiruddin, Pleader, Gopi Bag Lane. (II) Mr. T. Hussain @ Manik Miyan, Editor Daily Ittefaque of 1, Ram Krishna Mission Rd., Dacca for information.
Sd/- 16.3
for Dy. Inspr. – Genl. of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central jail.
Memo No. 419/ Con. Dated 18.3.59
To
The Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
I am sending herewith the Vakalatnama signed by the security prisoner Sheikh Mujibor Rahman after proper attestation, for favour of transmitting in it to Mr. Zahir Uddin, pleader at 20 Gopibagh 1st Lane, Dacca.
Sd/-
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
D.S.6
Perusal pl. the attached Vakalatnama. This was duly censored on 14.3.59. May send to the addressee pl. Sd/-21.3.59
Yes, Sd/-21.3
No. 4692 dt. 21.3.59 to Mr. Zahiruddin.
Ref. file No. 606-48 P.F.
D.S.VI
On 19.3.59 I attended the interview of security prisoner Sk. Mujibor Rahman with Mr. Zahiruddin Ahmed Advocate at Dacca Central Jail from 16.00 hrs. to 16.30 hrs. in presence of a Jail officer.
He talked about some cases (criminal) against the S. Prisoner. There
was nothing objectionable in I.B. point of view.
Submitted,
Md. Yunus
S.I., I.B.
20.3.59
–
61
Examination of security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in connection with Anti-corruption case.
Dacca, 9 March 1959
606-48 P.F (Loose)
D.S.VI
Perusal pl. of the letter below from Director-General Bureau of Anti-Corruption regarding the bank account of S.Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman. For orders pl.
Sd/-3.3.59
Place copies in P.F. and the M.L. file pl. D.I.G./S.S.Il may like to see.
Sd/-3.3
Side note: Type Sec. Pl. make out copy of order below & notes for order of this page. Sd/19.3.59. Copy given to M.L. file, Sd/-20.3
Phone No. 4231/61
Confidential
No. 4039 dt. 9.3.
Suptd. D.C. Jail, Dacca.
Kindly allow Mvi. M.A. Chaudhury, Inspector, Bureau of Anti- Corruption, East Pakistan, Dacca to examine Security Prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman in connection with Ramna (Dacca) P.S. Case No.4 dt. 2.2.59 u/s 5(2) of Act II of 1947.
Sd/-9.3
For D.I.G. I.B.
No. 4039/1 dt. 9.3.59.
Copy forwarded to Mr. M.A. Chaudhuri, Inspector, B.A.C. Dacca for information.
Side note: Received copy. Sd/-9.3.59,Inspr. BAC Dacca.
Sd/-9.3
for D.I.G. I. B.
Government of East Pakistan
OFFICE OF THE Director General,
Bureau of Anti-Corruption, East Pakistan, Dacca.
Memorandum No. 3208-AB dated, Dacca, the 9.3.1959.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police,
I.B., East Pakistan, Dacca.
Security prisoner, Mr. Sheikh Mujibor Rahman is requested to be examined in connection with the investigation of Ramna (Dacca) P.S. Case No. 4 dt. 2.2.59 u/s. 5(2) of Act II of 1947.
I would, therefore, request you to please allow Investigating Officer, Mvi. M.A. Chaudhury, Inspector, Bureau of Anti-Corruption, East Pakistan, Dacca to interview the above prisoner in the Jail.
Sd/-7.3.59
Director-General,
Bureau of Anti-Corruption, East Pak.
Side note: S.S.//. May be allowed. Office to put up drafts to the Jail authorities pl.
Sd/-9.3
–
62
Petition of three security prisoners including Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
Dacca, 9 March 1959
Phone No.3844
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 377/Con. dated 9.3.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Sending herewith three petitions dt. 8.3.59 of security prisoner Mr. Md. Nurul Huda and Mr. Md. Shahidullah & Sk. Majibur Rahman for favour of disposal.
Sd/-
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
–
63
Interview petition of Khawaja Ahmed to DIG, IB to meet security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
Dacca, 10 March 1959
SANGRAM PUBLISHING HOUSE
Publisher THE WEEKLY “SANGRAM”
(Estd. 1947)
TRUNK ROAD, P.O. FENI, DT. NOAKHALI. (E.P)
Chief Editor:
Khawja Ahmed
Ref……….
Dated. DACCA: 10.3.1959
To
The D.I.G., D.I.B.,
East Pakistan, DACCA.
Sir,
I want to make an interview with Sheik Mujibur Rahaman a friend of mine who is detained under Public Safety Ordinance now in Dacca Central Jail.
I will be very obliged if you kindly grant me an interview.
I have the honour to be
Sir,
Yours Sincerely, Khawja Ahmed.
500/D, Dhanmandi Residential Area, Dacca.
606-48 P.F. (E) (Loose)
D.S.VI
Perusal pl. of the petition below from Mr. Khawja Ahmad praying for an interview with S.Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman. For orders pl.
Sd/-14.3.59
The relationship of the petitioner with the S.Pr. is vague & the purpose of the interview is not known. The identity of the petitioner & his C/A are also unknown. Pl. ask Noakhali D.I.B for a report about the petitioner & if the interview may be allowed. S.S.Il may pl. see.
Sd/-14.3
Side note: As proposed, Sd/-16.3.59. Issue, 18.3. D.S.6, Draft below for approval pl. Sd/-18.3.59
Secret
Phone No. 4231/61
No. 4554/606-48 P.F. Dt.18.3.59
S.P., D.I.B., Noakhali.
In forwarding herewith a copy of application dt. 10.3.59 from Khawja Ahmed for an interview with Spr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman, I would request you to pl. let us have a report about the applicant together with your views if the interview prayed for should be allowed.
Sd/-18.3
for S.S.II, I.B.
Secret.
DIST. INTELLIGENCE BRANCH
Noakhali, the 25th Mar./59.
No. 2668/R.1440/55-42 PF.
To
M.B. Karim, Esq., P.S.P.,
Spl. Supdt. of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Ref:- I.B. No. 4554 / 606-48 PF dated 18.3.59.
The applicant Khawja Ahmad, Ex-M.P.A. Feni was an important leader of Ganatantri Dal of this district and used to exploit the cause of ziratia tenants of Feni border areas. He always fomented agitation among the people on any local issue. He is also an accd. of a defalcation case in respect of Test Relief money. The case is sub-judice. With a view to avoid arrest immediately with the promulgation of Martial Law, he absconded to Belonia in India.
Moreover, just at the moment an enquiry is pending against him for publication of certain information from the V.C.N.B. of Chhagalnaiya P.S.
Having regard to the above, the applicant does not seem to be a suitable person to have an interview with a security prisoner in jail.
Sd/-26.3.59
(K.G. MOHIUDDIN)
SUPERINTENDENT OF POLICE,
D.I.B., Noakhali.
–
64
Petition of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and Abul Mansur Ahmed to DIG, IB to hand over some clothes to their relatives during interview.
Dacca, 11 March 1959
Phone No.3844. Secret.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 391/Con. Dated 11.3.59.
To
The Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Sub: Permission for handing over some personal effects by some security prisoners to their relatives.
The marginally noted security prisoners want to hand over some of their private wearing apparels to their relatives at the time of interview.
I would, therefore, request you to let us have your views in the matter. A list of personal effects is enclosed.
1. Mr. Sk. Majibur Rahman
2. Abul Mansoor Ahmed
Sd/-
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
List of personal effects of the following security prisoners
Mr. Sk. Majibur Rahman:
1. Long Coat-1
2. Coat-1
3. Pant -1
4. Jacket -1
5. Blanket -1
Mr. Abul Munsur Ahmed:
1. Woolen Over Coat-1
2. Do Sweater-1
3. Do Full underwere-1
4. Do Blanket-2
5. Do Mufler-2
6. Do Wraffer-1
7. Do Socks -1
8. Do Pair Pullover-1
Confidential
Telephone No. 4231/61
No. 4560/606-48P.F. dt. 18.3.59
Suptd. D.C. Jail.
Ref:-Your No. 391/Con. dt. 11.3.59 reg. handing over some personal effects by SPrs. Sk. Mujibur Rahman & Abul Mansoor Ahmed. The handing over of personal effects the above noted Sprs. to their relatives may be allowed in presence of an I.B. Officer.
Sd/-18.3
for S.S.II, I.B.
To
D.S VI
Sub: Interview of Security Prisoner Sk. Mujibar Rahman with his relations.
Sir,
I had been to the Dacca Central Jail on 11.4.59 at 4 P.M. and attended the Interview of the said Security Prisoner with his relations.
They talked about their domestic affairs. Nothing political or objectionable was discussed.
The personal effects (viz. Blanket-one, Over Coat-one, Sweater-one, Warm Suit-1 Pair) of Security Prisoner, Sk. Mujibar Rahman were made over to his brother-in-law, Sk. Md. Ali in my presence as allowed in I.B. memo no. 4560/606-48 P.F. dt. 18.3.59.
Y.O.S.
Md. Nural Islam,
S.I. I.B., Dacca.
13.4.59
–
65
Application of Sheikh Fazilatunnessa wife of security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman to get cheque signed.
Dacca, 16 March 1959
Begum
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
General Secretary,
M.P., M.P.A
EAST PAKISTAN AWAMI LEAGUE
North of Siddeswari H. E. School.
DACCA-2.
Dated 16.3.59.
To
The Dy. I.G., I.B., Govt. of E. Pakistan, Dacca.
Sir,
I have the honour to request you to kindly allow my husband Mr. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman to sign a cheque in favour of my brother Sheikh Mohammad Ali for family expenses. My brother may in this connection also be kindly allowed to go to the Central Jail to get the said signature. The cheque (Rs.1000/-) is also being submitted herewith for censure.
Thanking you.
Yours faithfully,
F. Nessa.
Side note: S.S. II, This may be allowed in presence of an officer, tomorrow. Sd/-
16.3.59
D.S. 6, 1. Re. above. Draft for approval pl. 2. R.S.l. may arrange an officer.
3)The cheque may be censored. Sd/- 16.3
Allowed. Sd/-16.3.59. Complied. Sd/-17.3.59
East Bengal Form No. 49.
VISITOR’S MEMO
Name: Abul Hossain & Sk. Md. Ali.
Address 8, Dinanath Sen Rd. Dacca-4.
Officer with whom an interview is sought. Dy. I.G.
Object of Visit-
With an application (urgent) from Begum Mujibur Rahman, W/O Sheikh Mujibur Rahman for permission to get a cheque signed by the latter.
Confidential
Telephone No.4231/18
Supdt. D.C. Jail.
No. 4441 dt. 17.3.59.
Mr. Sheikh Mohammad Ali may kindly be allowed to get a cheque for Rs.1000/- (one thousand) signed by S.Pr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman in presence of an I.B. officer at 4 P.M. on 17.3.59.
The party has been informed.
Sd/-17.3
For D.I.G., I.B.
No. 4441/1 dt. 17.3.59.
Copy forwarded to Sk. Mohammad Ali for information.
Sd/-16.3
For D.I.G.,I.B.
Side note: S./. Nazir Hossain Bhuya will please attend. DS VI,17.3
Seen & noted. Sd/-17.3.59
As ordered I had been to Dacca Central Jail and handed over a cheque of Rs. 1000/- to Mr. Mohammad Ali after getting it’s signed by the S.Pr. Shaikh Mojibar Rahman.
Sd/-18.3.59.
Submitted
S.I I.B.
–
66
Petition of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman to DIG, IB for interview with his mother, wife and others. Sheikh Fazilatunnessa also applied for interview which was granted.
Dacca, 16 March 1959
To
The D.I.G., I.B., East Pakistan.
Through the Superintendent, Central Jail, Dacca.
16/18.3.59.
Sir,
I want to have an interview with my mother, my wife, Secretary Mr. Abul Hossain and my minor children.
I will be glad if you kindly grant the interview and inform them in time.
Address of my wife
Mrs. Faziloton Nesa
C/o Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
In front of Siddeswary
H.E. School, Dacca.
Yours sincerely,
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Security Prisoner,
Central Jail, Dacca.
Phone No. 3844.
Secret.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 418/Con. Dated 18.3.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Sending herewith 4 petitions dt. 18.3.59 of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Majibur Rahman and 3 others named below for favour of disposal.
(1) Mr. Mohd. Sultan- 1
(2) M.Z. Jahidi -1
(3) ALi Aksad -1
Sd/-
For Superintendent,
Dacca central jail.
Side note: T.S. 3 copies pl. Sd/-21.3.59
Begum
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, M.P., M.P.A.
General Secretary,
EAST PAKISTAN AWAMI LEAGUE
North of Siddeswari H.E. School. 115, SEGUN BAGICHA,
RAMNA, DACCA-2.
Dated 21.3.59.
To
The Dy. I.G., I.B. Govt. of East Pakistan
DACCA.
Dear Sir,
I have the honour to request you to kindly allow mother of my husband, my children, the brother of my husband Mr. Mominul Huq, Mr. Abul Hussain his formerly P. Secretary and myself to my husband at an early date.
In this connection it may be added here that my mother-in-law is required to go back to her village within 2/3 days. Hence permission may kindly be given within this period.
Thanking you.
Yours faithfully,
F. Nessa
Side note: Put up in file pl. Sd/-21.3.59.
Confidential
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan, Lalbagh
Dacca, the 25.3.1959
To
N. Nematullah, Esq., B.A., B.L.,
Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail, Dacca.
Kindly allow Mrs. F. Nessa, (2) Mr. Mominul Haq (3) Mr. Abul Hussain (4) Mother of Sk. Mujibur Rahman (5) & his minor children to have an interview with S.Pr. prisoner Sk. Mujibar Rahman at 4 P.M. on 27.3.59 in presence of an I.B. Officer.
The party has been informed.
Sd/-25.3
for Dy. Inspr.-Genl. of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Memo No. 4794/1 Dated 25.3.1959.
Copy forwarded to Mrs. F. Nessa, C/o. Sk. Mujibar Rahman, In front of Siddeswari H.E. School for information.
Sd/-25.3
for Dy. Inspr. Genl. of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Ref. Jail interview of Sk. Mojibur Rahman on 27.3.59 with his mother, wife & others in the Central Jail, Dacca.
D.S.VI
Sir,
As ordered I attended the Jail interview of the above noted subject in the Dacca Central Jail on 27.3.59 at 16.00 hours to 17.00 hours with his mother, wife & others. During this period they confined their conversation to their family affairs only and there was nothing interesting to note.
One officer from the Jail authority was also present although.
Y.O.S.
Syed Abdul Karim
S.I., I.B.
28.3
–
67
Security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s detention extended for six months.
Dacca, 19 March 1959
Interview report of security prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman, S/o. Luthfar Rahman of Tangipara, P.S. Gopalganj, Dist. Faridpur and of Dacca. (Bordn-1921).
As ordered, I interviewed the security prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman at the Dacca Central Jail on 18.3.59 between 15.30 and 17.00 hours.
In course of the conversation, he did not disclose anything new and his attitude appeared to be mild as before. He was agreeable to go out of the jail by funishing a bond that he has not been involved in any anti-State and subversive activities nor would be indulge in such activities in future. He said that he would not take part in politics after his release. But at the same time, pointed out that if other political party or parties be allowed to do politics by the Govt. at any time, he would consider only then about his own decision. He would however prefer a peaceful domestic life. He said that all these depend on circumstances.
He further gave out in course of his conversation that he was not perhaps going to file any Habias Corpus petition. He enquired of me about the result of their cases in the Advisory Board. He was found anxious to go out of the jail. He also complained of acute stomach trouble and loss of weight.
Sd/-19.3.59
Inspr. I.B.
Secret
Phone No.4231/61
No. 4752/606-48 PF dt. 24.3.59
Copy forwarded to Addl. S.P., D.I.B. for information with the request to send review report on the case of the subject for q/c March 1959 together with the views of D.M. at an early date.
Sd/-24.3
for S.S. II., I.B.
Site note: Put up in file pl. Sd/-19.3 Reply at page 2824, Sd/-24.3
The Advisory Board met on 21.3.59 and reviewed the case of Sk. Mujibur Rahman, S/o. Lutfar Rahman of Tongipara, P.S. Gopalganj, Dist. Faridpur and of Dacca and examined the records concerning him. He is a B.A. of the Calcutta University and an Ex-M.P. and M.P.A. and was also a member of the East Pakistan Cabinet for some time.
2. Before Independence the subject was connected with All Bengal Muslim Students’ League, the student front of the then Muslim League and took leading part in Muslim Students Movement.
3. After Independence he came to Dacca and joined the Law Class of the Dacca University. As a law student, in 1948, he was concerned in organising a strike of the menials of the Dacca University, for which, he was expelled from the University.
4. He was arrested in March, 1948 in connection with the State Language Movement, for violation of an order u/s 144 Cr.P.C. but was subsequently released.
5. On the formation of the Awami Muslim League by a group of the disgruntled Muslim Leaguers, including Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy the subject started working against the Muslim League and became ultimately the general secretary of the Awami Muslim League.
6. On 29.4.49, the subject was arrested under section 18 (2) of East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance for his prejudicial activities. He was released on 17.6.49. He was again arrested on 18.7.49. While in jail, he took recourse to hunger strike. He was released on 27.2.52 on grounds of ill health.
7. In September, 1952 he attended the Peking Peace Conference as one of the delegates from East Pakistan.
8. At a meeting of the Central Committee of the E.B. Peace Committee held in November, 1952 at Dacca, the subject was co-opted in the Central Body of the Committee.
9. At a public meeting held on 10.3.53, he condoled the death of Marshal Stalin and asked the people to follow his teachings.
10. On 14.3.53 the subject along with 3 others were prosecuted under section 7(1)(3) of the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance at Dacca for not allowing the Government Reporters and Police Officers to take notes in a meeting held at the Bar Library Hall on 11.3.53 in defiance of the orders of the District Magistrate, Dacca. The case was subsequently withdrawn.
11. On 30.5.54 the subject was arrested on a charge of instigating an unruly mob to attack the jail warders of the Dacca Central jail and to break the jail barrack. A case u/s 147/447/427/326/332/353/109/149/ P.P.C. was started and the subject was sent up for trial. But he was subsequently discharged from the Court.
12. On 16.6.54 he was re-arrested u/s 41(1) of the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance for his prejudicial activities and was detained in Dacca Central Jail till 16.12.54.
13. Addressing a public meeting held in observance of ‘May Day’ in 1954 at Narayanganj, the subject emphasised the need of organising movement by the labourers here on the line of the labour movement of Chicago in 1886. Recalling his visit to China in 1952 he made a sharp contrast between the amenities enjoyed by the Chinese labourers and the miserable plight of the labourers of East Pakistan.
14. At a public meeting held at Dacca on 29.1.56, the subject in course of his speech said that if the constitution as drafted was passed, East Bengal would be reduced to a Colony of West Pakistan. He further added “They may shoot us, put us in jails and hang us but we will never give up the interest of East Bengal.”
15. The subject was one of the delegates to attend the World Council of Peace, held at Stockholm in April, 1956.
16. In May, 1956, the subject took active part in organising the hunger march in Dacca in violation of an order u/s 144 Cr.P.C. resulting in the loss of several lives due to Police firing.
17. In an interview with the correspondence of the Morning News on 24.7.58, the subject said that he did not know how long this Karachi clique would continue and added that the people of East Pakistan wanted to be governed by Constitutional procedure and not in a dictatorial manner.
18. Addressing a public meeting on 26.9.58 at Narayanganj he said that the Muslim League and the K.S.P. were responsible for making over the interest of East Pakistan to the authorities in Karachi for giving facilities to the West Pakistani Capitalists in exploiting the people of East Pakistan.
19. Just prior to his arrest on 12.10.58, the subject was reported to have advised some of his trusted supporters to carry on whispering campaign against the present Martial Law Regime.
20. In course of interviews with officers of I.B. he was agreeable to conditional release and his attitude was found mild. But in consideration his past activities and potentialities to commit prejudicial act endangering security of the State, he was recommended for further detention of three months.
21. The Board was of opinion that the records of his activities were highly prejudicial and it would be risky to recommend his release at present. The Board, therefore, recommended that he might continue to be detained under the Ordinance.
Sd/-28.3.59
(Mr. Justice M.A. Ispahani)
Chairman,
Advisory Board to review the
cases of the security prisoners detained under the East Pakistan
Public Safety Ordinance, 1958.
Side note: Office, Place in the P.F. of Sk. Mujibur Rahman pl. Sd/-30/3
Recommendation of the Advisory Board
By Special Messenger
Secret.
Telephone No. 4231/18.
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan,
Lalbagh,
Dacca, the 4.4.1959.
No. 5391/606-48 P.F. (E)
To
A.R. Chaudhuri, Esqr., E.P.C.S.,
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan,
Home (Special) Department, Dacca.
As desired, I send herewith seven copies of Communication of Grounds of
detention in respect of security prisoner Sk. Mujibar Rahman.
for Dy. Inspr. Genl. of Police,
I.B., E.P., Dacca.
By Special Messenger
Confidential
Immediate
Government of East Pakistan
Home (Special) Department.
Dated Dacca, the 7th April, 1959.
From : A. R. Choudhuri, Esqr., E. P.C.S., Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
To: The Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Subject: Detention of Security Prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman under the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance, 1958.
A signed Order (in duplicate) on the subject noted above and one communication (in duplicate) of grounds of detention U/S 19 of the Ordinance are forwarded herewith. You are requested to serve the same on the security prisoner concerned and report to Government duly.
2. You are also requested to forward to Government representation, if any, made by the security prisoner, as soon as possible.
Sd/- A.R. Choudhuri,
Assistant Secretary to the
Government of East Pakistan.
Secret
No. 6269 dt. 15.4.59. 606-48 P.F.(E)
Copy, with a copy of the G.O. forwarded to this Addl. S.P. D.I.B. Dacca for information.
Sd/-18.4
D.S.VI for S.S. II
No. 345/1(4)-H.S. Dacca, The 7th April, 1959.
Copy with copies of the enclosures forwarded for information to the-
(1) Inspector-General of Prisons, East Pakistan, Dacca.
(2) Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan, Dacca. (3) District Magistrate, Dacca.
(4) D.D. I. Bureau, Government of Pakistan, Dacca.
Sd/-
Assistant Secretary to the
Government of East Pakistan.
Phone No. 4231/34.
Secret.
District Intelligence Branch
Dacca, the 7th April, 1959.
No. 3442/100-49 P.F.
To
M.B. Karim, Esqr., P.S.P.,
Special Supdt.of Police,
I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Ref: Your office No. 4752/606-48 P.F. dated 25.3.59 reg. the review report on the case of security prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman for the quarter ending 31st March, 1959.
The subject Sk. Mujibur Rahman was again interviewed by an officer of the I.B.,E.P., Dacca, on 18.3.59 at the Dacca Central Jail. During the interview, the subject did not disclose anything new but he expressed his willingness to come out of the jail and for that end in view, he was agreeable to execute a Bond that he was not involved in any anti-State and subversive activities and that he would not indulge in such activities in future.
The subject is more a notorious agitator and a trouble monger than a politician. He does not stick to any principle and he may come down to any level for the furtherance of his own selfish motives and that of his party members quite detrimental to the interest of the State. So, he can hardly be relied on that he would ever show any respect the terms of his Bond if executed. His potentialities to commit mischief to the State is of very high degree and his release at this stage may also hamper the smooth investigation of cases of corruptions pending against him. As such his detention for a further period of 6 months is considered necessary to prevent him from doing anything prejudicial and detrimental to the interest of the State.
Opinion of the District Magistrate, Dacca, in this case is as follows:-
“I agree.”
Sd/-7.4.59
(A. Khaleque)
Addl. Supdt. of Police,
D.I.B., Dacca.
Government of East Pakistan
Home (Special) Department
Order
No. 344-H.S. Dated Dacca, the 7th April, 1959.
Whereas the person as Sk. Mujibur Rahman S/O Sk. Lutfar Rahman of Tangipara, P.S. Gopalganj, District Faridpur and of Dacca, is detained in the Dacca Central Jail under order No. 7276-H.S. dated the 18.10.1958.
And whereas having considered the materials against the said person the Governor is satisfied that, with a view to preventing the said person from acting in any manner prejudicial to the Public Safety and the maintenance of public order, it is necessary to make the following order for the purpose of continuing his detention:-
Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by clause (a) of Sub- Section (I) of Section 17 of the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance, 1958, (Ordinance No. LXXVIII) the Governor is pleased to direct-
(a) that the said person shall, subject to the provisions of Section 18 of the said Ordinance be detained until further orders,
(b) that subject to the provisions of clause (a) of this paragraph the said person shall until further orders continue to be detained in the Dacca Central Jail and
(c) that during such detention the said persons shall be subject to the conditions laid down in the East Pakistan State Prisoner Rules, 1956.
By order of the Governor,
Sd/-A.R. Choudhuri, Assistant Secretary to the
Government of East Pakistan.
Phone No. 3844. Secret.
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail,
Memo No. 495/Con., dt. 8.4.59.
To
The Assistant Secretary to the Government of East Pakistan,
Home (Special) Department, Dacca.
Sub: Detention of security prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman under the East Pakistan
Public Safety Ordinance, 1958.
I am to report for the information of Government that the detention order and the communication for grounds of detention received with G.O. No. 354-H.S., dated 7.4.59 were served on the above named security prisoner on 8.4.59.
Sd/- N. Nematullah.
Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Secret. Memo No. 495/Con., dt. 8.4.59.
Copy forwarded for information to:-
1. The Inspector-General of Prisons, E.P., Dacca.
2. The Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B.,E.P., Dacca. 3. The Superintendent of Police, D.I.B., Dacca.
Sd/-8.4.59
Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Communication of grounds of order of detention under section 19 of the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance, 1958 (East Pakistan Ordinance, No. LXXVIII of 1958).
In pursuance of section 19 of the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance, 1958 (East Pakistan Ordinance No. LXXVIII of 1958), you Mvi. Sk. MUJIBUR RAHMAN, son of Sk. LUTFAR RAHMAN of Tangipara, P.S. Gopalganj, Dist. Faridpur and of Dacca at present detained in the Dacca Central Jail under order No. 344-H.S. dated 7.4.59 made under clause (a) of sub-section (I) of section 17 of the said Ordinance are hereby informed that your detention has been considered necessary on the following grounds:-
1. That you have been and are associated with the illegal activities of a secret association in the districts of Dacca, Faridpur and some other districts of East Pakistan the object of which is to overthrow this Govt. (i.e. Govt. of East Pakistan) by violent means and that during the years 1947 (after Partition) 1948 and 1949 you were concerned in prejudicial acts in the districts of Dacca, Faridpur, Pabna and Bakarganj with the intention of creating disaffection amongst the students and Muslim masses against the Govt. of East Pakistan. For your such prejudicial activities you were made a security prisoner in April, 1949. But after your release on 27.2.52 you reverted to disruptive activities throughout East Pakistan particularly in the districts of Dacca and Faridpur during 1952-1953 and 1954 (till your arrest on 16.6.54) you along with other anti-Pakistan elements indulged in prejudicial propaganda amongst the students and Muslim masses and incited them against the Govt. on various issues with a view to subvert the Govt. by creating disorder and lawlessness in the Country, and after your release from security detention in February, 1955, you again reverted to your former prejudicial activities in the aforementioned places particularly in the months of August and October, 1955, January and May, 1956, June, July and August, Sept., and October, 1958 (till your arrest on 12.10.58) with the same ulterior object. Furnishing of any more facts and particulars than those given above would be against public interest.
2. That all your activities mentioned above threaten and are likely to endanger the existence of public order and safety in this province.
3. You are further informed that you have a right to make a representation in writing to this Govt. against the order of detention made against you, and should you wish to do so you should send the representation to the undersigned through the Supdt. of Dacca Central Jail, where you are at present detained.
By order of the Governor,
Sd/-A.R. Choudhuri
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan,
Home (Special) Deptt., Dacca.
Phone No. 4231/18
Secret
East Pakistan Form No. 2.
Government of East Pakistan
OFFICE OF the D.I.G. of Police
Intelligence BRANCH.
Diary or Register No.
Enclosures FROM Department
Maps or plans Branch
Spare copies Collection No.
Class of papers Number and year of File
Reply Issued No. Date SUBJECT: Serial number in File
Number and date of orders Issued
No. 8452 dated 28.5.59/606-48 P.F. (E)
To
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of E.P.
Home (SPL) Deptt., DACCA.
In continuation of this office memo No. 8099/203-51 P.F. dt. 21.5.59 to the address of the Dy. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan, Home (Poll) Deptt., Dacca, I am sending herewith seven copies of fresh draft grounds of detention in respect of S.Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman for favour of necessary action.
Sd/-28.5.59
for D.I.G. I.B.
Immediate
By Spl. messenger
Government of East Pakistan
Home (Special) Department.
No. 435-H.S., Dated Dacca, the 30th May, 1959.
From M. Shamsul Huq, Esqr., E.P.C.S.,
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
To: The Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Sub: Communication of fresh grounds of detention to security prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman u/s 19 of the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance, 1958.
A communication (in triplicate) on the subject noted above is forwarded herewith. You are requested to serve the same on the security prisoner concerned by delivering one copy and return a receipted copy to Government duly.
2. You are also requested to forward to Government representation, if any, made by the security prisoner, as soon as possible.
Sd/- M. Shamsul Huq.
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
No. 435/1 (4)-H.S.,
Copy with a copy of the enclosure forwarded for information to the:-
1. Inspector-General of Prisons, East Pakistan, Dacca.
2. Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan, Dacca.
3. District Magistrate, Dacca.
4. D.D.I. Bureau, Government of Pakistan, Dacca.
Dacca,
The 30th May, 1959.
Sd/-
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
–
68
Muhammadullah advocate of security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman applied for interview but rejected.
Dacca, 21 March 1959
To
The D.I.G., I.B.,
Govt. of East Pakistan, Dacca.
Dear Sir,
I have the honour to state that in the marginally noted case, I am a lawyer of Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman one of the acd. & as such require a power under his signature for his defence. Besides, I beg to see him in connection with his defence.
In the circumstances, I may and hope that your honour would be pleased to permit me to see him & grant me an interview with him, some time before 27.3.59 on which date I believe the case has been fixed for hearing.
I have the honour to be
Sir,
Yours obediently,
Muhammadullah, Pleader,
Judge’s Court, Dacca.
21.3.59
Side note: Office please put up on file. Sd/-21.3.59
Kotwali P.S. case No.41(12)58, State v/s Sk. Mujibur Rahman, u/s 420/120B P.P.C.
N.B. A Vakalatnama is attached herewith for doing the needful.
Confidential
Phone No. 4231/18
Supdt. D.C. Jail.
No. 4795/dt. 25.3.59
In forwarding herewith a copy of application dt. 21.3.59 for Mr. Mohammadullah, Pleader Judge’s Court together with Vakalatnama duly censored, I would request you to pl. send the same to the applicant after getting it signed by the Spr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman.
Sd/-25.3
for D.I.G., I.B.
Telephone No.4231/18
No. 4796/dt. 25.3.59
Mvi. Muhammadullah, Pleader, Judge’s Court, Dacca.
With ref. to his application dt. 21.3.59 Mvi. Muhammadullah is informed that the Vokalatnama has been sent to Supdt. D.C. Jail for necessary action. An interview with Spr. Mujibar Rahman for the same purpose has already been granted to Mvi. Zahiruddin Ahmed. So his prayer for interview is rejected.
Sd/-25.3
for D.I.G., I.B.
–
69
Watch report on Sheikh Mujibur Rahman at Dacca Central Jail and Dacca court.
Dacca, 1 April 1959
To
O/C., Watch.
As ordered, I had been at Dacca Central Jail at about 07.5 hrs. in order to escort S. Prisoner Sk. Majibur Rahman to Dacca Court in connection with Kotwali P.S. C/No. 41(12)58 u/s – 420/120/B P.P.C.
At 12 Noon, the subject left Dacca Central Jail with proper escort by prison Van No. E.B.D. 3261 and reached Dacca Court at about 12.15 hrs. I did duty there (Dacca Court) along with W/C. Shamsul Huda Choudhury. The subject was not produced before the learned S.D.O. (S) but he was kept in the C.I. Room. The subject has been bailed out from that case. No suspect or suspicious person was seen to visit the said place. Only Mr. Zahiruddin Ahmed, Advocate was seen to meet with the above subject. At about 14.45 hrs. the subject left Dacca Court with proper escort by E.B.D. No. 2561 and returned Dacca Central Jail at about 15.00 hrs.
Submitted,
Sd/-Delwar Hossain, S.I. (I.B.)
1.4.59.
Side note: D.S. VI may pl. see. Ext. may go in P.F. Sd/-O/C., Watch. 1.4.
Seen. S.S.II may Like to see. Sd/- A. Hafiz. 1.4.59.
Sd/-M.B. Karim. 6.4.59.
–
70
Security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman applied to meet his family and former private secretary.
Dacca, 1 April 1959
To
The D.I.G., I.B., East Pakistan, Dacca.
Through The Superintendent, Central Jail, Dacca.
Sir,
I want to have an interview with my wife, my children and my private Secretary Mr. Abul Hossain.
I will be glad if you kindly grant the interview and arrange to inform them in time.
The address of my wife
Mrs. Fazilotun Nesa
C/o Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
In front of Siddeswary H.E. School,
Dacca.
Yours Sincerely,
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
Security Prisoner, Central Jail,
Dacca.
1/2.4.59
Phone No. 3844.
Secret.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 467/Con. dated 2.4.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Sending herewith two petitions dt. 2.4.59 of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Majibur Rahman & another named below for favour of disposal.
(1) Mr. Sk. M. Rahman, Date of last interview- 27.3.59 (2) Mr. Shahid Ullah, Date of last interview -31.3.59
Sd/- 2.4
For Superintendent,
Dacca central jail.
Side note: Action taken on the application of the wife of Spr. Sk. Mujubur Rahman
Sd/-7.4
Copy signed, Sd/-7.4
–
71
Sheikh Fazilatunnessa applied for interview with her husband Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and permission allowed.
Dacca, 4 April 1959
Begum Mujibur Rahman
North of Siddheswari High School,
Dacca-2.
4.4.59.
To
The Dy. I.G., I.B., Govt. of E. Pakistan, Dacca.
Sir,
You are requested to kindly grant me permission to see my husband Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in the Dacca Central Jail along with Mr. Abul Hossain, his former Private Secy. and Mr. Mominul Huq and Mr. Sheikh Md. Ali, his brother in connection with my shifting to a new house which is most urgently required.
Thanking you.
Yours faithfully,
F. Nessa.
Side note: Put up in file pl. Sd/-4.4.59
D.S.6
Perusal pl. application of F. Nessa for an interview with Spr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman. Last interview of the Spr. was held on 27.3.59 Pl.
F.O.P.
Sd/- O. Ghani
7/4/59
S.S. II
The interview may be allowed on 11.4.59 on usual condition. This is due.
Sd/- 8.4.59
Side note: D.S.6 Reg. above. Draft below for apprl. pl.
S.I. M. Nurul Islam will please attend.
D.S.VI, Noted, Sd/-8.4.59
Confidential
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan
Lalbagh,
Dacca, the………1959.
No. 5507 dt. 7.4.59
To
N. Nematullah, Esq., B.A., B.L.,
Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail, Dacca.
Kindly allow Mrs. F. Nessa, (2) Mr. Abul Hussain (3) Mr. Mominul Haq (4) Sk. Md. Ali & the children of the Spr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman to have an interview with political prisoner at 4 P.M. on 11.4.59 in presence of an I.B. officer.
The party has been informed.
Sd/-7.4.59
for Dy. Inspr. Genl. of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Memo No. 5507/1 Dt. 7.4.59
Copy forwarded to Mrs. F. Nessa, C/O. Sk. Mujibar Rahman North of the Siddeswari High School, Dacca for information. for Dy. Inspr. Genl. of Police, I.B.
Mrs. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
76, SEGUN BAGICHA,
RAMNA, DACCA.
Dated 20.4.59.
TO
The D.I.G. (1.B), Police,
Dacca.
Dear Sir,
I have the honour to request you to allow the following persons to see my husband who is now in jail at an early date.
(1) Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa. (His wife)
(2) 4 Children (all minor)
(3) Mr. M. Huq (His brother)
(4) Mr. A. Hussain (His former Secretary)
(5) Mr. Md. Ali(His brother-in-law)
Thanking you in anticipation.
Yours faithfully,
Sd/-F. Nessa
Fazilatun Nessa
D.S.VI
Perusal pl. of the petition below from Mrs. F. Nessa praying for an interview with Spr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman. The last interview was held on 11.4.59. For order pl.
Sd/-21.4.59
S.S. II
The interview may be granted for 26.4.59 as usual.
Sd/-22.4
D.S.VI
Orders above.
Draft below for approval pl. R.S.I. may depute an officer to conduct the interview.
Side note: S.I. Md. Aminulla (III) will please attend.
Sd/-D.S. VI 25.4.59
Seen. Sd/-25.4
Confidential
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan, Lalbagh
Dacca, the 24.4.1959.
No. 6178/
To
N. Nematullah, Esq., B.A., B.L.,
Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail, Dacca.
Kindly allow Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa (2) 4 children (3) Mr. M. Haq (4) Mr. A. Hussain (5) Mr. Md. Ali of 76, Segun Bagicha, Dacca to have an interview with political prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman at 4 P.M. on 26.4.59 in presence of an I.B. Officer.
The party has been informed.
Sd/-23.4
for Dy. Inspr. Genl. of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Memo No. 6178/1 Dated 24.4.1959.
Copy forwarded to Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa of 76 Segun Bagicha information.
Sd/-23.4
for Dy. Inspr. Genl. of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Ref. order file 606-48 P.F. I attended the interview of Sr. Pr. Sk. Mojibur Rahman with his wife Fazilutunnessa, Mr. M. Huq, Mr. A. Husain & his 4 children in Dacca Central jail on 26.4.59 from 16.30 Hrs. to 17.30 Hrs.
The party talked about their day to day affairs only.
There is nothing to note on I.B. point of view.
Sd/-Md. Ameenullah (III)
S.I. of Police I.B., Dacca.
27.4.59.
–
72
Letter from M Malek to security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman at Dacca Central Jail.
Dacca, 16 April 1959
CENSOR CERTIFICATE
No. 113A(30) Date of receipt 16.4.59
Letter dated
From: S. Prisoner, Terrorist./U.T. Convict, Ord. M. Malek
To: S. Prisoner, Terrorist./ U.T. Convict, Ord. Sk. Mojibar Rahman DC Jail, Dacca.
Memo: Dacca Central Jail C/O D.I.G., I.B. 528/dt. 15.4.59
Sd/-16.4
Remarks of Censor Officer. Private May be passed.
Side note: S.S.ll, Perusal pl. The letter is not private. May be withheld. Sd/-16.4 Jail informed. Sd/-17.4.59
মাননীয় চাচা!
অনেকদিন যাবত আপনার জ্বালময়ী বক্তৃতা শুনতে না পাইয়া বড়ই ব্যাকুল আছি। আমাদেরে কত উপাদেয় গল্প শুনাইয়াছেন। তার মধ্যে জেল খানার লচমি খাওয়ার উপাখ্যানটি শ্রেষ্ঠ। সেই লচমি এবার কেমন লাগছে। তার গল্প কবে শুনব; সেই দিকে তাকাইয়া রহিলাম মাঝে মাঝে লচমি খাওয়ার মত কাজ করবেন। আর দেশ বাসীকে তা শুনাবেন। এই আমাদের অভিপ্রায়।
আপনার
স্নেহের
এম. মালেক
পোষ্ট কার্ড
ঠিকানা
Md. Shekh Mazibur Rahman
Dacca Jail,
Po:- Chak Bazar
Dt. Dacca.
–
73.
Security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman applied to DIG, IB to return books to his wife Sheikh Fazilatunnessa and permission given.
To
Dacca, 24 April 1959
The D.I.G., I.B., East Pakistan, Dacca.
Through the Superintendent Central Jail, Dacca,
24.4.59.
Sir,
I want to return the following books to my wife Mrs. Fazilaton Nesa of 76 Segun Bagicha. I will be glad if you kindly arrange to handover the books.
Yours Sincerely,
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Security Prisoner,
Central Jail, Dacca.
Names of the Books.
1. Chokrobak by Romesh Chandra Sen.
2. Kash Boner Kainna by Abul Kalam Shamsuddin
3. Moru Thirtha Hinglag by Abodut
4. Prem and Porinay by Jey Garder
5. Ultoroth.
Sd/-
Phone No. 3844.
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office Of The Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 573/Con. Dated 25.4.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Sending herewith a petition dated 24.4.59 of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Majibur Rahman for favour of allowing him to hand over the under- mentioned books to his wife.
১। চক্রবাক
2। কাশ বনের কন্যা
৩।মরুতীর্থ হীংলাজ
8। প্রেম ও পরিনয়
৫। উল্টোরথ
Sd/-25.4
Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
606-48 P.F (L)
D.S.VI
Perusal pl. of the petition below from Spr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman praying for allowing him to hand over some books to his wife. May be allowed to hand over the same to his wife at the time of the next interview. For orders pl.
Sd/-28.4
Yes, as proposed
Sd/-28.4.59
D.S.VI
Orders above.
Draft below for approval pl. Sd/-28.4
No. 6517 dt. 30.4.59 to D.C. Jail
Phone No. 4231/61
Confidential.
No. 6517 dt. 30.4
Suptd. Dacca Central Jail, Dacca.
Ref: Your memo No. 573/Con. dt. 25.4.59
Kindly allow Spr. Mvi. Sk. Mujibur Rahman to return the following books to his wife at the time of the next interview.
(I) চক্রবাক
(II) কাসবনের কন্যা
(III) মরুতীর্থ হিংলাজ
(IV) প্রেম ও পরিনয়
(V) উল্টোরথ
Sd/-28.4.59
For D.I.G., I.B.
–
74
Weekly Sangram sent to Sheikh Mujibur Rahman withheld.
Dacca, 25 April 1959
CENSOR CERTIFICATE
No. 124 A (5) date of receipt 25.4.59.
Letter dated Weekly Sangram dt. 16.4.59.
From: Manager Weekly Sangram, Dacca.
To: S. Prisoner, Sk. Mujibur Rahman D.C. Jail, Dacca.
Memo: Dacca Central Jail./ C/O D.I.G., I.B. 566/Con. dt. 23.4.59
Remarks of Censor Officer. May be passed.
D.S.VI
Perusal pl. This is a weekly “Sangram” dt. 16.4.59. It is not included. in the approved list of newspapers and magazine etc. vide appendix “B” State Prisoners Rules of 1956. This may not pass.
Sd/-S.I
25.4
Side note: Jail informed on 25.4.59
Withheld pl. Sd/-25.4.
–
75
Security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in solitary confinement applied for a fan in his Dacca Central Jail cell.
Dacca, 25 April 1959
To
The Chief Secretary, Govt. of East Pakistan,
Eden Building, Dacca.
Through the Superintendent, Central Jail, Dacca.
25.4.59.
Sir,
I am detained in Dacca Central Jail as a security prisoner. The authority had kept me in solitary confinement more than six months. I do not know how long I have to continue like this. To keep a man in solitary confinement, without any offence is nothing but vindictiveness. If your Govt. want to make me mad that is another question. May I request you kindly consider the matter and asks the jail authority to keep me with the security prisoners.
I am suffering very badly as there is no arrangement for electric fan. Sometimes I had to pass sleepless nights. Already I am suffering from various diseases particularly continued stomach troubles. You know the Lock-up time of the jail is just at sunset. I had to pass whole night in a small room. I will be glad if you kindly order the jail authority to provide me with an electric fan.
May, I request you to kindly consider my release as I have no politics now. I am sure, you know that I am neither a communist nor an anti-Pakistani. I hope you will kindly try to do justice.
ATTESTED.
Sd/-25.4.59.
Deputy Jailor,
Dacca Central Jail.
Yours sincerely,
Sd/- Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
Security Prisoner,
Central Jail, Dacca.
25.4.59.
Phone No. 3844.
Secret
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Supdt., Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 579/Con., dt. 25.4.59.
To
The Assistant Secretary to the Government of East Pakistan,
Home (Special) Department, Dacca.
Sub: Petition from security prisoner Mr. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
A petition from the above named security prisoner to the address of the Chief Secretary to the Government of East Pakistan, Dacca is enclosed herewith, in original, for favour of disposal.
Mr. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman is being kept in segregation in the old civil ward as desired by the Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
A copy of minute made by the Medical Officer of the Jail on 25.4.59 on the present health of the security prisoner is also enclosed herewith.
Sd/- N. Nematullah,
25.4.59.
Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
–
Copy of minute made by the Medical Officer, Dacca Central Jail on 25.4.59.
“Security Prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman is generally keeping a fairly good health in this Jail. He occasionally complains of neuralgia of teeth for which he is receiving treatment. He also complains of Rheumatic pain in his joint for which he has been given necessary medicines. For his other complaint of chronic gastritis, he is getting appropriate treatment.”
Form No. XXIX, S.M.1941.
Immediate /By special messenger.
Government of East Pakistan.
Home (Special) Department.
No. 419/H.S., dated Dacca, the 26th May, 1959
From : M. Shamsul Huq, Esqr., E.P.C.S., Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
To: The Inspector-General of Prisons, East Pakistan, Dacca.
Sub: Installation of an electric fan in the Cell of Security Prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman of Dacca Central Jail.
The undersigned is directed to say that it has been decided by Government that an electric fan should be installed immediately in the cell of Security Prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman who is at present detained in the Dacca Central Jail. Books and periodicals also should be supplied to him as provided for under the rules.
2. It is requested that necessary action in the matter be taken immediately under intimation to Government.
3. All concerned are being requested to take necessary action in the matter.
Sd/-M. Shamsul Huq,
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of
East Pakistan.
No. 419/1(3)-H.S.
Copy forwarded for information and necessary action to the:-
1) Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail with reference to his Memo No. 579-Con., dated the 25th April, 1959.
2) Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan, Dacca.
3)Home (Jails) Department of this Government.
Sd/-
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of
East Pakistan.
–
76
Sheikh Fazilatunnessa applied to DIG, IB for interview with security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman along with their children and relatives. Permission given.
Dacca, 2 May 1959
Begum Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
76, SEGUN BAGICHA,
RAMNA, DACCA.
Dated 2.5.1959
To
D.I.G,, (I,B.).,
Dacca.
Dear Sir,
I should like to request you to kindly allow the following persons to see my husband in the Jail at an early date.
(1) Fazilatun Nessa : His wife.
(2) Mr. Abul Hussain : His former Private Secretary.
(3) Mr. Mominul Huq : His brother.
(4) Mr. Md. Ali : His brother-in-law.
(5) His 4 children : (All minors).
Thanking you in anticipation.
Yours faithfully,
F. Nessa.
Fazilatun Nessa.
2.5.59.
Side note: Put up in file pl. Sd/-2.5.59.
D.S.VI
Perusal pl. of the petition below from Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa praying for an interview with her husband Sk. Mujibur Rahman. The last interview was held on 26.4.59. For order pl.
Sd/-5.5.59
S.S. II
The interview may be allowed on 11.5.59 on usual condition.
Sd/-5.5.59
D.S.VI
Order above:-
Draft below for approval pl. R.S.I. may depute an officer to conduct
the interview.
Sd/ -8.5.59
Phone No. 4231/61
Confidential
Suptd. D.C. Jail, Dacca.
Kindly allow Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa (II) 4 children (3) Mr. Abul Hussain (4) Mr. Mominul Haq (5) Mr. Mohammad Ali of 76 Segun Bagicha, Dacca to have an interview with political prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman at 4 P.M. on 11.5.59 in presence of an I.B. officer.
The party has been informed.
No. 7294/1 dt. 9.5.59 for D.I.G., I.B.
Sd/ -8.5
Copy to Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa of 76 Segun Bagicha, Ramna, Dacca for information.
Sd/-8.5 For D.I.G., I.B.
Ref. Order in file 606-48 P.F.
I attended the interview of Sr. Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman with his wife, A. Hussain & Mominul Huq in the D.C. jail on 11.5.59. The interview took place from 16.30 to 17.30 hrs.
The party talked about their domestic affairs only.
There was nothing to note on I.B. point of view.
Submitted,
Md. Ameenullah III
S.I. of Police. I.B. Dacca.
12.5.59.
–
77
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s detention extended for another six months after case review.
Dacca, 8 May 1959
Phone No. 4231/61
Secret
East Pakistan Form No. 1.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
OFFICE OF the D.I.G of Police
Intelligence BRANCH.
Maps or Plans To
Asstt. Secy; to the Govt. of East Pakistan, Home (SPL) Deptt., DACCA. To be marked for takid Department Branch
Collection No.
Spare copies
Class of paper Subject- Review of the case of S.Pr. Sk. MUJIBUR RAHMAN S/o LUTFUR RAHMAN OF TANGIPARA P.S. GOPALGANJ Dist. FARIDFUR and of DACCA. Number and year of File
Serial number in File
Reply Received
No. Date. Reminders issued:- for this q.c. March
1959
1st No. dated
2nd No. dated
3rd No. dated
Govt. order No under which detained Date of dispatch
No. 344-H.S.
dt. 7.4.59
No. 7354 dated 11.5.59
Enclosures:-
606-48 P.F. (E)
In forwarding herewith in a sealed cover a copy of the second addendum to the Brief History of the subject, I am to state that the Addl. Suptd. of Police D.I.B., Dacca and the Dist. Magistrate, Dacca recommend his detention in jail for a further period of six months under the E.P.P.S.O. 1958. I agree with the Dist. officers.
His B.H. and previous addenda are with the Govt.
Sd/-8.5.59
Secret
No. 7354/1 dt. 11.5.59/606-48 P.F. (E) for D.I.G., I.B.
Copy, with a copy of the second addendum forwarded to the Addl. S.P., D.I.B., DACCA, for information.
Sd/- 8.5.59
SPL. Suptd. of Police, I.B.
Second addendum to the Brief History of the political activities of Sk. MUJIBUR RAHMAN, B.A. son of LUTFAR RAHMAN of Tangipara P.S. Gopalganj, Faridpur and of Dacca, (Born-1921).
1. Sk. MUJIBUR RAHMAN is at present detained as a security prisoner in the Dacca Central Jail under Govt. order no. 344 H.S. dt. 7.4.59.
2. An officer of the intelligence Branch, Dacca interviewed the subject in the Dacca Central Jail on 18.3.59. During interview he did not disclose anything new. His attitude appeared to be mild and he was willing to furnish a bond to go out of jail on condition that he would not involve any anti-state and subversive activities and would not indulge in such activities in future. Moreover he said that he would not take part in politics after release.
3. Addl. S.P., D.I.B. Dacca reviewed the case of the subject and recommended his further detention in jail for a period of six months.
The D.M., Dacca agrees to it. The Advisory Board also recommended his further detention.
I agree with the above recommendation of the district officers.
Sd/-6.5.59
D.I.G., I.B.
–
Page: 350
78
Application of Sheikh Fazilatunnessa to meet security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman along with her relatives and it was granted.
Dacca, 20 May 1959
Mrs. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
M.P., M.P.A
General Secretary,
EAST PAKISTAN AWAMI LEAGUE
76, SEGUN BAGICHA,
RAMNA, DACCA. Dated 20.5.59
To
The D.I.G, (I.B.), of Police, Dacca.
Dear Sir,
I have the honour to request you to kindly allow me to see my husband Sk. Mujibur Rahman, now in jail as security prisoner, along with the following members.
1) Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa – His wife.
2) Mr. Mominul Huq – His brother.
3)Mr. Md. Ali – His brother-in-law.
4) Mr. Sk. Lutfor Rahman – His father.
This may kindly be treated as urgent.
Thanking you in anticipation.
Yours faithfully,
F. nessa.
(FAZILATUN NESSA]
Side note: Office, Put up in the P.F. of the S. pr. pl. Sd/-20.5
Phone No. 4231/61
Confidential
No. 8151 dt. 22.5
Suptd. D.C. Jail, DACCA.
Kindly allow Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa (II) Mr. Mominul Haq (III) Mr. Sk. Md. Ali (IV) Mr. Sk. Lutfor Rahman of 76 Segun Bagicha, Dacca to have an interview with political prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman on 26.5.59 at 4 P.M. in presence of an I.B. officer.
The party has been informed.
Sd/-21.5
For D.I.G., I.B.
No. 8151/1 dt. 22.5.59
Copy forwarded to Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa of 76, Segun Bagacha, Dacca for information.
Sd/-21.5
For D.I.G., I.B.
R.S.I.
An interview between S.Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman with his wife and three others will be held on 26.5.59 at 4 P.M. Please depute an officer to conduct the interview on that day. The file of the subject is under action.
Thanks.
Sd/- Asstt.
23.5.59
S.I. M. Aminulla (III) will please attend.
Sd/- D.S. VI 25.5.59
I attended the interview of Sr. Pr. Sk. Mojibur Rahman with his wife, father & another in the Dacca Central Jail on 26.5.59 for 16.30 to 17.00 hrs.
They talked about their day to-day affairs. There is nothing to note on I.B. point of view.
Submitted,
Md. Ameenullah III. S
.I. of Police, I.B., Dacca.
27.5.59
–
79
Petition of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman to DIG, IB for interview with advocate Zahiruddin and it was granted.
Dacca, 27 May 1959
To
The D.I.G., I.B., East Pakistan.
Through The Superintendent, Central Jail, Dacca.
27.5.59.
Sir,
I want to have a Special Interview with my Pleader Mr. Zahiruddin in connection with my cases.
I will be glad if you kindly grant the interview and arrange to inform him.
The address of
Mr. Zahiruddin, Pleader
20, Gopibag 1st Lane, Dacca.
Yours Sincerely, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
Security Prisoner,
Central Jail, Dacca.
Side note: P.T. Petition paper for S.Pr. Mr. Sk. M. Rahman.
Phone No. 4231/61
Confidential
Suptd. D.C. Jail, DACCA.
No. 8766 dt. 4.6.59
In forwarding herewith a copy of a petition dt. 27.5.59 from S.Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman praying for an interview with Mr. Zahiruddin, I am to inform you that the interview may be allowed as a special case on a date fixed by you in presence of an I.B. officer.
The party and this office may please be informed accordingly.
Sd/-3.6.59
for D.I.G. I.B.
Phone No. 3844.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 767/Con. Dated 7.6.58.
To
Mr. Zahiruddin,
pleader, 2, Gopibag 1st lane,
Dacca.
You are hereby allowed to have an interview with security prisoner Mr. Sk. Majibar Rahman in the jail gate at 4.00 P.M./4.30 P.M. on 14.6.59. (Sunday)
For Superintendent,
Daca Central Jail.
Memo No. 767/1/Con. Dated 7.6.59.
Copy forwarded to the Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B E.P. Dacca with reference to his No. 8 766 dt. 4.6.59.
An I.B., Officer may kindly be deputed to attend the interview on the date and time fixed.
Sd/-
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Ref:- File 606-48 P.F (part-XI)
I attended the interview between S. Pr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman and Advocate Mr. Zahiruddin on 14.6.59 at 16.30 to 16.50 hrs at Dacca Central Jail in presence of Deputy Jailor on duly.
They discussed matters relating to the case instituted by the Anti Corruption branch, against the security prisoner. Nothing objectionable was discussed in course of their discussion.
Submitted,
Sd/-S.I. I.B. Dacca.
15.6.59
Phone No. 3844.
Secret
Govt. of East Pakistan.
Office of the Supdt. of Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 682-Con. 28.5.59.
To
The Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Sending herewith ten petitions of security prisoner Mr. Abdul Halim and six others named below for favour of disposal.
(1) Mr. Sk. Majibur Rahman : 1
(2)Gazi Zahirul Hoque : 3(one to the D.M., Dacca).
(3) Dewan Mahbub Ali : 1
(4) Md. Sultan : 1
(5) Shahidullah : 2
(6) Santosh Gupta : 1
Sd/-
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
–
80
Fresh grounds for detention of security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman served.
Dacca, 1 June 1959
Telephone No. 3844.
Secret
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN.
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 709/Con., dt. 1-6-59.
To
The Assistant Secretary to the Government of East Pakistan, Home (Special) Department, Dacca.
Sub: Communication of fresh grounds of detention to security prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman u/s 19 of the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance, 1958.
I am to report for the information of Government that communication of fresh grounds of detention received with G.O. No. 435.H.S., dated 30-5-59 was served on the above named security prisoner on 31-3-59.
One served copy of the communication of grounds of detention is returned herewith as instructed under G.O. quoted above.
Sd/- N. Nema-tullah.
Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Secret
Memo.No. 709/3/Con., dt. 1-6-59.
Copy forwarded for information to:-
1. The Inspector-General of Prisons, E.P., Dacca.
2.The Deputy Inspector-General of Police. I.B., E.P., Dacca.
3. The Superintendent of Police, D.I.B., Dacca.
Sd/-1.6.59
Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
–
81
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was produced before SDO (south) court, Dacca on 28.5.1959 and 16.6.1959. Watch report included.
Dacca, 1 June 1959
Telephone No. 3844.
Secret
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, DACCA Central Jail.
Memo. No. 712/Con., dt. 1-6-59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Sub: Production of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the court of S.D.O. (S), Dacca on 4-6-59.
A date for production of the above named security prisoner before the court of S.D.O. (S), Dacca has been fixed on 4.6.59 in connection with Ramna P.S. Case No. 3(2) 59 u/s 5(2) of Act 11/47.
I would, therefore, request you to depute an officer to shadow him from Jail gate at 10 A.M. on 28-5-59, if there is no objection in the security prisoner’s production before the court on that day.
This may please be treated as urgent.
Sd/-
Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Side note: S.I. D. Hossain may pl. attend. Sd/-2/6
Seen, Sd/-D. Hossain SI 3/6
DS VI, Perusal pl. O/C watch may depute an officer, Sd/-2/6/59
Yes. The date may be reconciled by telephone. Sd/-2/6
reconciled. The date will be 4.6.59.
Sub: S/P. Sk. Mujibar Rahman of Dacca Central Jail.
O/C., Watch.
Sir,
As ordered I had been at Dacca Central Jail at 10.00 hrs. in order to escort the above subject to Dacca Court in connection with Ramna P.S. C/O. 3(2)59 u/s 5(2) of Act 11/47. At about 11.40 hours left Dacca Jail with proper escort by Prison Van No. E.B.D. 3261 and arrived at Court at about 11.50 hrs. No suspect was seen to visit with the above subject. Mr. Jahiruddin Ahmed (Advocate) was seen to meet with the subject. In the above case the subject has been bailed out and next date falls on 16.6.59. At about 16.00 hrs. left Dacca Court with proper escort by Prison Van No. E.B.D. 3261 and reached Dacca Jail at about 16.20 hrs. & made over the subject to the Jail authority.
Submitted,
Sd/- Delwar Hossain.
S.I.
5.6.59
Side note: D.S.VI may pl. like to see. Sd/-5/6.
O/C, Watch. On file (P.F.) Sd/-11.6
Telephone No.3844.
Secret.
Immediate
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN.
Office of the Supdt., Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 754/Con., dt. 11.6.59.
To
Deputy Inspector-General of Police,
I.B.,E.P.,Dacca.
Sub Production of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the court of S.D.O. (S), Dacca on 16.6.59.
A date for production of the above named security prisoner before the court of S.D.O. (S)., Dacca has been fixed on 16.6.59 in connection with Ramna P.S. case No. 3(2)59 u/s 5(2) of Act II/47.
I would, therefore, request you to depute an officer to shadow him from Jail gate at 10 A.M. on 16.6.59, if there is no objection in the security prisoner’s production before the court on that day.
Sd/-11.6
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Sub: S/P. Sk. Majibur Rahman of Dacca Central Jail.
O/C., Watch.
Sir,
As ordered I had been at Dacca Central Jail in order to escort for the above subject to Dacca Court. At about 12.50 hrs. left Dacca Jail with proper escort by Prison Van No. E.B.D. 3261 & reached Dacca Court at about 13.10 hrs. Advocate Mr. Zahiruddin Ahmed was seen to visit with the subject. At about 18.00 hrs. left Dacca Court with proper escort and arrived Dacca Jail at about 18.20 hrs. The next date falls on 14.7.59.
Submitted,
Sd/- Delwar Hossain, S.I.
17.6.59.
Side note: D.S.VI may pl. see. Ext. may go in subject’s P.F. Sd/- O/C, Watch.17.6.
–
82
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman acquitted of Anti-corruption case.
Dacca, 3 June 1959
Pakistan Observer dt. 3.6.59
SHEIKH MUJIB DISCHARGED
By Our Court Correspondent
The S.D.O (South) Dacca, yesterday (Tuesday) discharged Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, Mr. Rahman was being prosecuted under section 5(1) of the Anti- Corruption Act, for acquiring property disproportionate to his known sources of income.
The charges against him were not substantiated. The S.D.O. discharged him under the provisions of Section 255(2) Cr. P.C.
It may be recalled Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was arrested on October 12 last year on the above charge. He is now being detained under the Public Safety Ordinance.
Side note: In File pl. Sd/-8/6
দুর্নীতির অভিযোগ হইতে অব্যাহতি
শেখ মুজিবের মামলার যবনিকাপাত
(ষ্টাফ রিপোর্টার)
ঢাকার সদর মহকুমা হাকিম গতকল্য মঙ্গলবার প্রাক্তন প্রাদেশিক মন্ত্রী এবং অধুনালুপ্ত আওয়ামী লীগের সাধারণ সম্পাদক শেখ মুজিবর রহমানকে দুর্নীতির অভিযোগ হইতে অব্যাহতি দিয়াছেন।
জনাব রহমান দুর্নীতির অভিযোগ হইতে অব্যাহতি লাভ করিলেও জননিরাপত্তা আইন বলে বৰ্ত্তমানে ঢাকা সেন্ট্রাল জেলে আটক রহিয়াছেন।
১৯৫৮ সনের ১২ই অক্টোবর শেখ মুজিবর রহমানকে গ্রেফতার করা হয় এবং পূৰ্ব্ব পাকিস্তান দূর্নীতি দমন আইনের ৫১ নং ধারা মোতাবেক তাহার বিরুদ্ধে এই অভিযোগে মামলা দায়ের করা হয় যে, তাহার অর্জিত সম্পত্তি তাহার আয়ের জ্ঞাত সুত্রের তুলনায় অসাঞ্জাস্যপূর্ণ, পরে তাহাকে জননিরাপত্তা আইন বলে আটক রাখারও নির্দ্দেশ দেওয়া হয়।
গ্রেফতারের কয়েক মাস পর শেখ মুজিবর রহমানের স্ত্রীর পক্ষ হইতে তাহার আটক দুই হাজার টাকা প্রত্যর্পন করার আবেদন করা হয়। এই আবেদনের জবাবে দুর্নীতি দমন ব্যুরো ১৯৫৯ সালের ২৭ শে ফেব্রুয়ারী জনাব রহমানের স্ত্রীর নিকট লিখিত এক পত্রে জানান যে, উল্লেখিত দুই হাজার টাকা অসদুপায়ে অর্জ্জিত- এইরুপ কোন প্রমাণ না পাওয়ায় দুর্নীতি দমন ব্যুরোর এই টাকা প্রত্যর্পণের ব্যাপারে কোন আপত্তি নাই।
এই পত্রের বিষয়বস্তু অবলম্বন করিয়া এ্যাডভোকেট জনাব জহিরুদ্দী আহমদ শেখ মুজিবর রহমানের পক্ষে ঢাকা সদর দক্ষিণ মহকুমা হাকিম জনাব ই কবীরের এজলাসে বিবাদীকে দুর্নীতির দায় হইতে অব্যাহতি দানের জন্য আবেদন পেশ করেন।
এই আবেদনের শুনানী শেষ হইবার পূর্ব্বেই জনাব মজুমদার জনাব কবীরের স্থলে মহকুমা হাকিমের কার্যভার গ্রহণ করেন৷
গতকল্যকার শুনানী লইয়া উপরোক্ত আবেদনের মোট ৪ টি শুনানী হয়। শুনানী কালে বিবাদীর পক্ষে এ্যাডভোকেট জনাব জহিরুদ্দীন আহমদ যুক্তি প্রদর্শন করেন যে দুর্নীতি দমন ব্যুরো কর্তৃক শেখ মুজিবর রহমানে স্ত্রীর নিকট লিখিত চিঠি হইতে বুঝা যায় যে, ব্যুরো জনাব রহমানের বিরুদ্ধে দুর্নীতি মুলক কার্য্যকলাপে লিপ্ত থাকার কথা অসুদুপায়ে অর্থ উপার্জনের কোন প্রমান সংগ্রহ করিতে পারে নাই, এমতাবস্থায় তাহার বিরুদ্ধে দুর্নীতি দমন আইনের ৫১নং ধারার বিধান প্রযোজ্য নহে।
বিবাদী পক্ষ মহকুমা হাকিমের নির্দেশক্রমে উপরোক্ত পত্র আদালতে পেশ করেন।
বিবাদীর বিরুদ্ধে আরও তদন্তের জন্য সরকার পক্ষ সময় প্রার্থনা করিলে জনাব জহিরুদ্দীন উহার বিরোধিতা করেন৷
চতুর্থ দিনের শুনানী শেষে গতকল্য জনাব মজুমদার শেখ মুজিবর রহমানকে দুর্নীতির অভিযোগ হইতে অব্যাহতি দেন।
বিবাদীপক্ষে জনাব জহিরুদ্দীন এবং সরকার পক্ষে জনাব হাশেম ও দুর্নীতি দমন ব্যুরোর অফিসারগণ মামলা পরিচালনা করেন।
Side note: In file pl. Sd/-5/6
E. Examiner dt. 4.6.59
S.D.O. DISCHARGES CORRUPTION CASE
AGAINST MUJIB
Dacca, June 3: (APP): The Sub-Divisional Officer, Dacca Sadar South, has discharged Sheikh Mujibur Rahman from a case under section 5 (1) of the East Pakistan Anti-Corruption (Act) (acquiring property disproportionate to known source of income).
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was arrested on October 12 last year.
The charges against him were not substantiated. The S.D.O. discharged him under Section 255(2) of the Cr.P.C.
Sheikh Mujib, however, continues to be in detention under the East Pakistan Safety Ordinance.
Side note: S.I. S.A Karim will please ascertain facts from………. reports. Sd/-5.6
–
83
Sheikh Fazilatunnessa applied to DIG, IB for interview with security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman along with other family members and it was granted.
Dacca, 3 June 1959
Mrs. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
General Secretary,
M.P., M.P.A
EAST PAKISTAN AWAMI LEAGUE
76 115, SEGUN BAGICHA,
RAMNA, DACCA. – 2
Dated 3.6.59.
To
The D.I.G (I.B.) of Police,
Dacca.
Dear Sir,
I have the honour to request you to kindly allow the following persons to see my husband Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, now in Jail under Public Safety Act.
(1) Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa: His wife.
(2) Mr. Mominul Huq: His brother
(3) Mr. Md. Ali: His brother-in-law.
(4) Mr. Abul Hussain: (His former P. Secretary).
(5) His four (4) children: (All minor).
An early reply may kindly be sent. Thanking you in anticipation.
Yours faithfully,
Sd/- F. nessa.
(FAZILATUN NESSA)
Side note: in file pl. Sd/-3.6
Phone No. 4231/61
Confidential
No. 8765 dt. 4.6.59
Suptd. D.C. Jail, Dacca.
In forwarding herewith a copy of a petition dt. 3.6.59 from Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa, I am to inform you that the interview may be allowed on a date fixed by you in presence of an I.B. officer.
The party and this office may please be informed accordingly.
Sd/-3.6
for D.I.G. I.B.
Immediate
Phone No. 3844
Secret
To
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 755/Con. dt. 6.6.59
Mrs. F. Nessa (Begum of Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman) 76, Segun Bagicha, Ramna, Dacca -2.
You and 4 others named below are hereby allowed to have an interview with security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman in the jail gate at 4.P.M. on 9.6.59.
1) Mr. Mominul Haque
2) Mr. Md. Ali
3) Mr. Abul Hossain
4) Four minor children
Sd/-
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Memo.No. 755/1/Con. Dated 6.6.59
Copy forwarded to the Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P. Dacca with reference to his No. 8765 dt. 4.6.59.
An I.B. Officer may kindly be deputed to attend the interview on the date and time fixed.
Sd/-
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Ref. File no. 606-48 P.F.
DS VI
As ordered I attended the interview of S. Pr. Sk. Muzibar Rahman with Mrs. Fazilatunnessa Begum, Mr. Mominul Haque and Mr. Abul Hossain at the D.C. Jail on 9.6.59 from 16.30 to 17.30 hrs.
Nothing objectionable was discussed during their conversation. They talked about their domestic affairs only.
Sd/-
A. Rahman S.I. I.B.
10. 6.59.
–
84
Fresh case against Sheikh Mujibur Rahman for giving alleged unlawful contract.
Dacca, 5 June 1959
Azad dt. 5.6.59
শেখ মুজিবের বিরুদ্ধে
নূতন মামলা
বে-আইনীভাবে কন্ট্রাক্ট দানের অভিযোগ
দুর্নীতি দমন বিভাগ কর্তৃক শেখ মুজিবর রহমানের বিরুদ্ধে আনীত একটি নূতন অভিযোগের শুনানী গতকল্য বৃহস্পতিবার ঢাকার প্রথম শ্রেনীর ম্যাজিষ্ট্রেট জনাব এফ, আর, ফারুকীর এজলাসে গৃহীত হয়।
অভিযোগে বিবরণে প্রকাশ যে, শেখ মুজিবর রহমান প্রাদেশিক মন্ত্রী থাকা কালে বে- আইনীভাবে এক আদেশ দিয়া ভারত হতে কয়লা আনার জন্য মেসার্স হোছেন আহমদ এন্ড কোং এর সহিত সরকারের যে কন্ট্রাক্ট ছিল তাহা বাতিল করিয়া উহা নারায়ণগঞ্জের মেসার্স কোল মাইনিং এন্ড ট্রেডিং কোং-কে দেন। উকিল জনাব জহিরুদ্দীন আহমদ শেখ মুজিবর রহমানের পক্ষে এবং কোর্ট ইন্সপেক্টর দুর্নীতি দমন বিভাগের পক্ষে মামলা পরিচালনা করেন।
জনাব ফারুকী শেখ মুজিবর রহমানকে ২০০০ টাকায় জামিনে মুক্তি দানের নির্দ্দেশ দেন। অবশ্য জনাব মুজিবর রহমান এই মামলার জামিন পাইলেও নিরাপত্তা অর্ডিন্যান্স মোতাবেক আটক থাকিবেন।
Side note: In file pl, Sd/-8.6
–
85
Petition of Sheikh Fazilatunnessa to DIG, IB for interview with Sheikh Mujibur Rahman along with family members and it was allowed.
Dacca, 16 June 1959
Mrs. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
76, SEGUN BAGICHA
RAMNA, DACCA.
Dated 16.6.59
To
The D.I.G. of Police (1.B.) Dacca.
Dear Sir,
I have the honour to request you to kindly allow the following persons to see my husband Sk. Mujibur Rahman, now in Dacca Central Jail, on the Eid-Day.
(1) Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa: His wife.
(2) Mr. Mominul Huq: His brother.
(3) Mr. Md. Ali: His brother-in-law.
(4) His 4 children (All minor).
Thanking you in anticipation.
Yours faithfully
Sd/-F. Nessa.
(FAZILATUN NESSA)
Phone No. 4231/61
Confidential
By Spl. Messenger
No. 9546 dt. 16.6.
Suptd. D.C. Jail, DACCA.
Kindly allow Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa along with 4 minor children (11) Mr Mominul Huq (III) Mr. Mohammad Ali of 76, Segun Bagicha Dacca to have an interview with Political Prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman on 18.6.59 at 4 P.M. in presence of an I.B. officer.
The Party has been informed.
Sd/-16.6
For D.I.G. I.B.
By SPI, Messenger
No. 9546/1 dt. 16.6.59
Copy forwarded to Mrs. F. Nessa of 76, Segun Bagicha, Dacca for information.
Sd/-16.6 for D.I.G. I.B.
Jail interview of Sk. Mojibur Rahman with his wife & other on 18.6.59 at 4 P.M.
Sir,
As ordered I attended the Jail interview of Sk. Mojibur Rahman with his wife & 4 others in the D.C. Jail on 18.6.59 at 4 PM to 5 PM.
During this period they talked on their family affairs and about the education of their children. There was nothing interesting to note and report.
Y.O.S.
Sd/-Syed Nurul Karim
S.I. of Police (1.B)
19.6.59
–
86
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman produced before SDO South court, Dacca in connection with two cases brought against him by Bureau of Anti-Corruption.
Dacca, 17 June 1959
E. Examiner dt. 17.6.59
Mujib produced Before S.D.O.
Dacca, June 16 (APP): Mr. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, a former Provincia Minister and General Secretary of now Defunct Awami League was today produced before the court of Mr. H.A. Majumdar, S.D.O. South Dacca in connection with two cases brought against him by the Bureau of Anti-Corruption.
The prosecution made a prayer for time, where upon the Court fixed July 14 as the next date for hearing of the cases.
Mr. Abul Mansur Ahmed, a former Central Minister, who was also to be produced before the same court today in connection with a case brought against him by the Bureau of Anti-Corruption, was absent on medical grounds and was represented by his lawyer.
The next date of hearing in his case was fixed for July 15.
Both Mr. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and Mr. Abul Mansur Ahmed are now under detention.
Side note: In PF of the subject. Sd/-24.6
–
87
Petition of Sheikh Fazilatunnessa to DIG, IB for interview with Sheikh Mujibur Rahman along with family members and it was allowed.
Dacca, 24 June 1959
Mrs. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
General Secretary,
M.P., M.P.A
EAST PAKISTAN AWAMI LEAGUE
76 115, SEGUN BAGICHA,
RAMNA, DACCA.
Dated: 25.6.59.
To
The D.I.G (I.B.) of Police,
Dacca.
Dear Sir,
I have the honor to request you to kindly allow the following persons to see my husband at the Dacca Central Jail to discuss an urgent house- hold affair.
An early reply is solicited.
(1) Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa: (His wife).
(2) Mr. Mominul Hug: (His brother).
(3) Mr. Sk. Md. Ali: (His brother-in-law.)
Thanking you in anticipation.
Yours faithfully,
F. nessa.
Phone No. 4231/61
Confidential
Suptd. D.C. Jail, DACCA.
No. 10025 dt. 26.6.
In forwarding herewith a copy of a petition dt. 24.6.59 from Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa, I am to inform you that the interview may be allowed on a date fixed by you in presence of an I.B. officer.
The party and this office may please be informed accordingly.
Sd/-25.6
for D.I.G I.B
The party and this office may please be informed accordingly.
Sd/-25.6 for D.I.G I.B
DS VII
As ordered I attended the interview of security prisoner Sk. Mujibar Rahman with his wife and other held at the D.C. Jail on 3.7.59 at 16.30 hrs. During the interview they talked about domestic affairs and no political discussion took place.
Submitted,
Aftabuddin Ahmed, S.I.
4.7.59
–
88
Sheikh Fazilatunnessa applied to DIG, IB to have a copy of detention order on Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
Dacca, 2 July 1959
Mrs. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
General Secretary,
M.P., M.P.A
EAST PAKISTAN AWAMI LEAGUE
76, SEGUN BAGICHA
RAMNA, DACCA.
Dated: 2.7.59.
To
The D.I.G (I.B.)
Govt. of East Pakistan, Dacca.
Dear Sir,
I would like to have a copy of the detention order under which my husband Sheikh Mujibur Rahman has been detained, in connection with the filing of a heabeous corpus petition in the Court.
In this connection I may inform you that I have been granted an interview with the detained tomorrow the 3rd of July’59 at 4 p.m.
May I request you kindly to issue necessary instructions to the I.B. officer on duty at the time of interview to the effect that my husband may be allowed to hand over the said order to me and oblige.
Thanking you.
Yours faithfully,
(FAZILATUNNESA)
F. nessa.
Side note: Office. Put up on file pl. Sd/-3.7.59
Received at 10 A.M. from SI W. Ali. Sd/-4.7.59
Recd. at 11.40 Sd/-6.7
Phone No. 4231/61
Confidential
No. 10576 dt. 7.7.59
Suptd. D.C. Jail, DACCA.
In forwarding herewith a copy of a petition dt. 2.7.59 from Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa, I am to inform you that Political Prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman may be allowed to hand over the served copies of the detention order and grounds of detention to the petitioner at the time of the next interview in presence of an I.B. officer.
Sd/-6.7.59
for D.I.G. I.B.
No. 10576/1 dt. 7.7.59
Copy forwarded to Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa 76, Segun Bagicha, Dacca for information with reference to her petition dt. 2.7.59
Sd/-6.7.59
for D.I.G. I.B
–
89
Sheikh Fazilatunnessa applied to DIG, IB to meet her husband Sheikh Mujibur Rahman to move habeas corpus petition in the High Court.
Dacca, 7 July 1959
Mrs. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
General Secretary,
M.P., M.P.A
EAST PAKISTAN AWAMI LEAGUE
76, SEGUN BAGICHA,
RAMNA, DACCA.
Dated 2.7.59
To
The D.I.G. (I.B.) Govt. of E. Pakistan,
Dacca.
Sir,
This is in reference to my application to you on 2.7.59 in which I requested you to kindly allow me take delivery of the detention order of my husband Sheikh Mujibur Rahman as I want to move the Court for the grant of habeas corpus. As the matter is very urgent, you are again requested to grant me along with Mr. Mominul Huq & Mr. Abul Hossain, brother & former Private Secy. respectively of my husband, special interview with my husband in the Dacca Central Jail today in this connection.
Thanking you.
Side note: Office to put up. Sd/-7.7.59
Mrs. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
General Secretary,
AWAMI-LEAGUE
375
Phone No. 4231/61
Confidential/Express.
By SPL. Messenger.
No. 10659 dt. 7.7.59
Suptd. D.C. Jail, DACCA.
Kindly allow Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa (ii) Mr. Mominul Haq (iii) Mr. Abul Hussain of 76, Segun Bagicha, Dacca to have a special interview with Political Prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman on 8.7.59 at 4 P.M. in presence of an I.B. officer.
The party has been informed.
Sd/-7.7.59
for D.I.G. I.B.
No. 10659/dt. 7.7.59
Copy forwarded to Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa of 76, Segun Bagicha, Dacca for information.
Sd/-7.7.59
for D.I.G. I.B.
Secret
Ref. No. 10659(1)/606-48 P.F. dt. 7.7.59 of Sk. Mujibar Rahman (Ex. Minister)
As ordered I had been to the Dacca Central Jail on 8.7.59 and attended the special interview of S.pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman with his wife and Maminul Huq which was held between 16.15 hrs. to 16.45 hrs. During their last meet, as per order Sk. Mujibar Rahman (Spr) made over the following to his wife in presence of myself and the Dy. Jailor in con. with proposed habeas corpus case of Sk. Mujibur Rahman.
1) Grounds of detention received by him on 26.1.59.
2) G.O. no. 344-H.S. dt. 7.4.59
3) With grounds of detention received by him on 8.4.59
4) Grounds of detention received by him on 31.5.59.
In course of talk Sk. Mujibur Rahman asked his wife to make arrangement to show those orders (mentioned above) to Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy and to do necessaries according his direction.
Nothing more worth mentioning to report.
Submitted
Sd/-
–
90
Security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman produced before SDO
South court, Dacca.
Dacca, 13 July 1959
Secret
Phone No.3844.
GOVT.OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 905/Con., dt.13.7.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Sub: Production of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the court of S.D.O. (S), Dacca on 14.7.59.
A date for production of the above named security prisoner before the court of S.D.O. (S), Dacca has been fixed on 14.7.59 in connection with Ramna P.S. case No. 3(2)59 u/s 5(2) of Act II/47.
I would, therefore, request you to depute an officer to shadow him from Jail gate at 10 A.M. on 14.7.59, if there is no objection in the security prisoner’s production before the court on that day.
Sd/-13.7.59
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Side note: Seen & noted. Sd/-O/C watch, 14.7
DSVI Perusal pl. O/C Watch may comply pl. Sd/-14.7
O/C Watch to depute an officer at once. S.S.(2) may like to see. The letter
was issued at 10.10 hrs. today. Sd/-DSVI, 14.7
Phone No. 4231/18
Secret
No. 11296 dt. 16.7.59
Suptd. Dacca Central Jail
Sub Production of S.pr. Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman before the court of S.D.O. (S) Dacca on 14.7.59.
I write to inform you that your memo No. 905/Con. dt. 13.7.59 was received in this office on 14.7.59 at 10.10 hrs., resulting some delay in deputing officer to shadow the subject from the Jail gate.
In order to avoid delay in future, I would request you to send such information earlier.
Sd/-15.7
D.S.VI for D.I.G.I.B.
Secret.
Phone No. 3844.
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 956/Con., dt. 21.7.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Prisons, E.P., Dacca.
Sub: Production of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the court of S.D.O.(S)., Dacca on 14.7.59.
I am to inform you that this office Memo. No. 905/Con., dated 13.7.59 along with some other letters were delivered to your office on 13.7.59 and not on 14.7.59, vide special Peon Book of this office sent herewith for your inspection.
Sd/-21.7.59
For superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Side note: Peon Book not remained with it. The cover in which the letter along with two other has been received is enclosed. Sd/- 22.7.59
Phone No. 4231/61
Secret
No. 11695 dt. 25.7.59
Suptd. D.C. Jail Dacca
Ref: Your memo No 956/Con dt. 21.7.59
I write to inform you that the Peon Book in question was not received in this office with your memo under reference.
Sd/-24.7.59
for D.I.G. I B
Secret
Phone No. 3844
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 981/Con, dt. 27.7.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Ref.: Your Memo. No. 11695., dated 25.7.59.
The special peon book was sent along with this office Memo. No. 956/Con., dated 21.7.59, for your inspection.
It is, however, sent herewith again. The peon book may please be returned when done with.
Sd/-27.7
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Ittefaq dt. 28.7.59
শেখ মুজিবরের বিরুদ্ধে দুর্নীতির মামলা
২২শে আগষ্ট পরবর্তী শুনানীর দিন ধার্য
(ষ্টাফ রিপোর্টার)
গতকল্য (সোমবার) ঢাকা সদর (দক্ষিণ) মহকুমা হাকিমের কোর্টে শেখ মুজিবর রহমানকে দুর্নীতি দমন ব্যুরো কর্তৃক আনীত এক নয়া অভিযোগে হাজির করা হইলে মহকুমা হাকিম আগামী ২২শে আগষ্ট পরবর্তী শুনানীর দিবস ধার্য করেন। পূর্ব পাকিস্থানের বাণিজ্য, শিল্প ও শ্রম সচিব থাকাকালীন জনাব মুজিবর রহমান নওয়াবজাদা হাসান আলীর কয়লার হ্যান্ডলিং এজেন্সী বাতিল করিয়া নারায়ণগঞ্জ কোল মাইনিং কোম্পানীকে নিযুক্ত করিতে গিয়া দুর্নীতির আশ্রয় গ্রহণ করিয়াছেন- এইরুপ অভিযোগে তাহার বিরুদ্ধে দুর্নীতি দমন ব্যুরো এই মামলা দায়ের করে। দুর্নীতি দমন ব্যুরো উক্ত মামলায় এখনও চার্জশীট দাখিল না করায় মহকুমা হাকিম পরবর্তী শুনানীর তারিখ আগামী ২২শে আগষ্ট ধার্য করেন।
Side note: Seen. May be kept in the P.F. of Sk. Mujibur Rahman. Sd/-DSVI 5.8.59
Phone No. 4231/18
Secret
East Pakistan form No. 1.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
OFFICE OF the DIG of Police
INTELLIGENCE BRANCH.
Maps or plans
Spare copies To
Suptd. Dacca Central Jail To be marked for takid Department Branch
Collection No.
Class of paper Subject: Production of S. Pr. Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman before the Court of S. D.O.(S)., Dacca on 14.7.59
Number and year of file Serial number in File
Reply
Received No.
Date.
Enclosures:- Reminders issued;-
1st No. dated
2nd No. dated
3rd No. dated
Ref: Your memo. No 956/con dt. 21.7.59 and No 981/con dt. 27.7.59
No. 12095 dated: 1.8.59 Date of dispatch
The cover containing your memo No. 905/Con. dt. 13.7.59 was delivered here on 13.7.59 long after office hours and as there was no priority mark on the same, it was opened and attended to on the following day during office hours.
Forwarded request that in such cases the covers may be franked with priority marks so that timely action may not be omitted. The covers may also kindly be delivered during office hours as far as possible.
The Peon Book is returned herewith.
Sd/-30.7.59
For D.I.G. I.B.
Phone No. 4231/18.
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan, Lalbagh Dacca, the 1st Aug, 1959.
No. 12095/606-48 P.F.
To
N. Nematullah, Esqr., B.A.B.L.,
Supdt. Dacca Central Jail, Dacca.
Sub: Production of S.Pr. Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the Court of S.D.O.(S), Dacca on 14.7.59.
Ref: Your Memo. No.956/con dt.21.7.59 and No.981/Con dt. 27.7.59.
The cover containing your Memo. No. 905/Con. dated 13.7.59 was delivered here on 13.7.59 long after office hours and as there was no priority mark on the same, it was opened and attended to on the following day during office hours.
I would request that in such cases the covers may be franked with priority mark so that timely action may not be omitted. The covers may also kindly be delivered during office hours as far as possible.
The Peon Book is returned herewith.
(MOINUDDIN)
for Dy. Inspr-Genl. of Police,
I.B. E.Pak.
Dacca.
C.R. dt. 14.7.59.
Hours of duty: 11.30 hrs. to 17.50 hrs.
Place of duty: D.C. Jail & Dacca Court.
Subject: S.Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman.
Result of watch.
In course of my duty period the above noted subject left D.C. jail at about 12.30 hrs. by Jail Pr. Van and went to Dacca Court at about 12.45 hrs. being shadowed by me. He was seen present at the Court Inspector’s room from 12.45 hrs. to 17.35 hrs.
The Lawyers and the brother of Sk. M. Rahman (name not known) along with two minor child of Sk.Mujibur Rahman visited him in the chamber of C.I., Dacca.
At about 17.35 hrs. the said S. Pr. left Dacca Court by S. Pr. Van and retd. to D.C. Jail at about 17.50 hrs. being shadowed by me.
Submitted
Sd/- Azizur Rahim.
A.S.I.
Ref: C.R. dt. 14.7.59 of S. Prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman.
Reg: To ascertain if the two minor child and a brother of the subject had any permission an interview.
I contacted the Court Inspector regarding the permission for an interview of two minor child and a brother of Sk. Majibur Rahman with him but he could not give any light if they had the same.
Submitted,
Sd/- Masir Uddin Ahmed,
S.I., I. B.
30.7.59.
Side note: D.S. VI may pl. see. Ext. may go in P.F. Sd/- O/C, Watch, 15.7.
O/C Watch, Pl. discuss. Sd/- N.M. Biswas. 16.7.
Discussed. Pl. obtain from the Ct. Inspr. if they had permission from Ct. for their interview. Sd/- N.M. Biswas. 20.7.
S.I. M. Ahmed to enquire and report. Sd/-20.7.
D.S.VI may pl. see. with ref to his orders below. Sd/-O/C, Watch.
S.I. Wahed Ali. Pl. put up after your note. Sd/- N.M. Biswas. 31.7.
Noted. Sd/-1.8.59.
–
91
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman produced before 1st class Magistrate court, Dacca in connection with Kotwali PS case No. 41(12)1958.. Watch report included.
Dacca, 14 July 1959
Secret
Phone No. 3844.
By Special messenger.
GOVT.OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 910/Con.,dt.14.7.59.
To
The Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Sub: Production of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the court on
15.7.59.
A date for production of the above named security prisoner before the court of Mr. K.M. Rahman, Magistrate 1st class, Dacca has been fixed on 15.7.59 in connection with Kotwali P.S. case No. 41(12)58 u/s 420/120-B P.P.C.
I would request you to depute an officer to shadow him from the Jail gate at 10 A.M. on 15.7.59, if there is no objection in his production before the court on that day.
Sd/-
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Sd/-14.7.59
Side note: O/C Watch for n/a please, Sd/-14.7.59
Seen & noted. Sd/-15.7
Sub: Sk. Mujibar Rahman (S. Prisoner) of Dacca Central Jail.
O/C., Watch.
Sir,
As ordered I had been at Dacca Central Jail on 15.7.59 in order to escort the said prisoner to Dacca Court in connection with Kotwali P.S. C No. 41(12)58 u/s 420/120-B P.P.C. At about 11.45 hrs. left Dacca Jail with proper escort by prison Van No. E.B.D. 3261 & reached Dacca Court at 12.05 hrs. Mr. Zahiruddin Ahmed (Advocate) was seen to visit with the subject. The subject was bailed out in the aforesaid case and next date falls on 6.8.59. At about 16.00 left Dacca Court with proper escort and reached Dacca Jail at about 16.20 hrs. and made over the subject to the Jail Authority.
Submitted,
Sd/-DELWAR HOSSAIN.
S. I., I. B.
16.7.59.
Side note: D.S.VI may pl. see. Ext. may go in subject’s P. F. Sd/-O/C., Watch, 16.7.59.
Did he take permission? Pl. enquire and report. Sd/- N. M. Biswas, 16.7.59
S.I. M. Ahmed pl. enquire & report. Sd/-20.7
Ref. C. R. dt. 15.7.59 of S. Prisoner Sk. Majibur Rahman.
Reg: To ascertain if Jahiruddin if Jahiruddin (advocate) got any permission to talk with the subject.
I contacted the Court Inspector of Sadar Court Dacca, but he could not throw any hints regarding the appointment as advocate of the subject under reference.
Submitted
Sd/-Masir Uddin Ahmed.
S. I., I. B.
O/C., Watch.
How is this that it could not be ascertained from Court Inspr. or C. S. I. Mr. Jahiruddin was the Lawyer of Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman. Will you pl. ask your S.I. again to get information.
Sd/-N.M. Biswas.
31.7.59.
Side note: D. S. VI may pl. see with ref. to his orders below. Sd/-O/C., Watch, 30.7.
Report is attached. Sd/-10.8.59
Ref: Your query on the enquiry report dt. 15.7.59 of S. Prisoner Sk. Majibur Rahman (Ex. Minister).
It is further learnt from Court Inspector that Dabir Uddin Ahmed (Advocate) is a Councellor of the Subject.
Submitted,
Sd/- Masir Uddin Ahmed.
S.I., I. B.
10.8.59.
Side note: D.S.VI may pl. see. Sd/-O/C, Watch, 10.8.
Sd/-N.M. Biswas, 10.8.59.
–
92
Authority allowed Sheikh Fazilatunnessa’s application to DIG, IB for interview with security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman along with relatives.
Dacca, 16 July 1959
Mrs. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
M.P., M.P.A.
General Secretary,
EAST PAKISTAN AWAMI LEAGUE
76 45 SEGUN BAGISHA,
RAMNA, DACCA.
Dated 16.7.59
TO
The D.I.G. (I.B.) of Police,
Dacca.
Dear Sir,
I have the honour to request you to kindly allow the following persons to see my husband Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, now in the Dacca Central Jail as political prisoner, at an early date.
(1) Mrs. Fazilatunnessa (His wife).
(2) Mr. Mominul Haq (His brother).
(3) Mr. Sk. Md. Ali (His Brother-in-law)
Thanking you in anticipation.
Yours faithfully.
F. Nessa
Mrs. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
M.P., M.P.A.
General Secretary,
EAST PAKISTAN AWAMI LEAGUE
76 SEGUN BAGISHA,
RAMNA, DACCA. Dated 16.7.59.
To
The D.I.G. (I.B.) of Police, Dacca.
Dear Sir,
I have the honour to state that my husband Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, now a political prisoner, has deposited a few books at the Dacca Central Jail Gate after he had done with the same. I would, therefore, request you to kindly issue necessary orders to hand over those books to me on the next day of our meeting in presence of an I.B. officer. Thanking you in anticipation.
Yours faithfully
F. Nessa
Phone No 4231/68
No. 11340 dt. 16.7.
Confidential/Immediate
Suptd. D.C. Jail, DACCA.
Kindly allow Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa (ii) Mr. Mominul Huq (iii) Mr. Sk. Md. Ali to have an interview with S.pr. prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman on 18.7.59 at 4 P. M. in presence of an I.B. officer.
may also be allowed to take the books deposited by the S.pr. at the Jail gate after the same are examined by our officer who will attend the interview.
The party has been informed.
Sd/- 16.7
For D.I.G.I.B
By Spl. Messenger
No 11340/1 dt. 16.7.59
Copy forwarded to Mrs. F. Nesa. of 76 Segun Bagicha, Dacca for information.
Sd/-16.7
for D.I.G.I.B.
D.S. VI
As ordered I attended the interview of S. Pr. Sk. Majibur Rahman with Mrs. F. Nessa, Sk. Mohd. Ali & Md. Mominul Haque on 18.7.59 from 16.30 to 17.30 hrs. at the D,C, Jail.
They talked about their domestic affairs. Nothing objectionable came to my notice.
The following books were retd. to Mrs. F. Nessa by the. S. Pr. which were checked by me thoroughly.
(১) মরুতীর্থ হিংলাজ,
(২) প্রেম ও পরিনয়,
(৩) চক্রবাক,
(৪) উল্টোরথ
ও
(৫) কাশবনের কন্যা।
Sd/-S.I. I.B
20.7.59.
–
93
Security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman produced before SDO South Court, Dacca in connection with Ramna PS case No. 3(2)1959. Watch report also included.
Dacca, 21 July 1959
Secret
Phone No. 3844
Immediate
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 957/Con., dt. 21.7.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Sub: Production of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the court on 27.7.59.
A date for production of the above named security prisoner before the court of S.D.O.(S)., Dacca on 27.7.59 has been fixed in connection with Ramna P.S. case No. 3(2)59.
I would, therefore, request you to depute an officer to shadow him from Jail gate at 10 A.M. on 27.7.59 to the court and back, if there is no objection in his production before the court on that day.
Sd/-
For Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Sd/-21.7.59
Reg. S. Pr. Sk. Majibar Rahman.
As ordered I had been at Central Jail from 10.00 hours. to 12.00 hours and at Court 12.15 hrs. to 15.45 hrs. S. Pr. Sk. Majibar Rahman left Central Jail under proper Police escort party by Prison Van. They reached the Court at about 12.15 hrs. and had been there till 15.45 hrs. where from they returned Central Jail at about 16.00 hrs. under the Instruction of S. D. O., South the S. Pr. was not put up before his Court. S. D. O., South ordered him (Sk. Majibur Rahman) to appear before his Court again on 22.8.59. Advocate Jahiruddin Ahmed spoke 15 munities. No other suspect on suspicious person saw him at the Court.
Submitted.
Sd/-Shamsuzzaman,
S.I, I.B. Dacca.
28.7.
Sk. Majibur Rahman was to Court. Suspect Jahiruddin Ahmed had talk with him probably as a Advocate.
Sd/-28.7.
(1) Seen. On which date he went to Ct.?
(2) Ascertain if Advocate Jahiruddin Ahmed is really his counselor.
(3) Copy to P.F. of Sk. Mujibur Rahman.
Sd/-N.M. Biswas.
26.7.
…..
Ref: Attached.
Sir,
I beg to submit that the subject Sk. Majibur Rahman went to Dacca Court on 27.8.59. I consulted the Court Inspr. Dacca and ascertained from him that Mr. Jahiruddin Ahamed is a counselor of the Subject under ref.
Submitted
Sd/-Shamsuzzaman.
S.I., I.B.
7.8.59.
Side note: D.S VI may pl. see. Ext. may go in subject’s P. F.
Sd/-O/C., Watch, 28.7
D.S.VI may pl. Sd/-O/C., watch. 7.8.59.
Seen. Sd/-N.M Biswas, 7.8.59.
–
94
Authority allowed Sheikh Fazilatunnessa interview with security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman along with relatives and his former PS.
Dacca, 23 July 1959
Mrs. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
M.P., M.P.A
General Secretary,
EAST PAKISTAN AWAMI LEAUE
76 115, SEGUN BAGICHA
RAMNA, DACCA.
Dated 23.7.59
To
The D.I.G (1.B) of Police, Dacca.
Dear Sir,
I have the honour to request you to kindly allow the following persons to see my husband Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, a political prisoner, at the Dacca Central Jail at an early date and oblige.
(1) Mrs. Fazilatun Nesa: (His wife).
(2) Mr. Mominul Huq: (His brother).
(3) Mr. Abul Hossain: (His former P. Secretary).
Thanking you in anticipation.
Yours faithfully
F. Nessa.
Side note: Office, Put up on file Pl. Sd/-D.S.VI, 23.7.59
Phone No. 4231/61
Confidential
No. 11707 dt. 25.7
Suptd. D.C. Jail, DACCA.
Kindly allow Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa (ii) Mr. Mominul Huq (iii) Mr.Abul Hussain of 76, Segun Bagicha, Dacca to have an interview with Political Prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman on 1.8.59 at 4 P.M. in presence of an 1.B. officer.
The party has been informed.
Sd/-24.7
for D.I.G. I.B
No. 11707/1(1) dt. 25.7.59
Copy forwarded to Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa of 76 Segun Bagicha, Dacca
for information.
Sd/-24.7
for D.I.G, I.B.
Sd/-25.7
Ref. File No. 606-48 PF.
DS VI
On 1.8.59 I attended the Party interview of Security Prisoner Sk. Majibur Rahman held with his wife, brother and another relation at the Dacca Central Jail from 16.30 hrs. 17.00 hrs. in presence of a Jail officer.
During the interview, they talked only about their private and domestic affairs. There was nothing political to report against.
Submitted Md. Yunus S.I. I.B. Dacca 3.8.59
–
95
Inspector, Bureau of Anti-corruption applied to DIG, IB for interview with former Minister security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in connection with alleged corruption case.
Dacca, 30 July 1959
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I. B., Dacca.
Sir,
In connection with the enquiry against Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Ex-Minister, E.P. I like to have an interview with him in the Central Jail, Dacca, which may kindly be allowed.
Y.O.S.,
Sd/-30.7.59
(S. Haque Mazumdar). Inspector,
Bureau of Anti-corruption, E.P.
Dacca.
Side note: Forwarded. A. Zaman, 30.7.59
Allowed. Mominuddin 30.7.59
Office to put up draft to Jail Supdt. at once. Sd/- 30.7.59
–
96
Security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman produced before 1st class Magistrate Court, Dacca in connection with Kotwali PS case No. 41(12)1958. Watch report included.
Dacca, 1 August 1959
Secret
Phone No. 3844
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN.
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1005/Con., dated. 1.8.59.
To
The Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Sub: Production of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the court of Mr. K. M. Rahman, Magistrate 1st class, Dacca on 3.8.59.
A date for production of the above named security prisoner before the court of Mr. K.M. Rahman, Magistrate 1st Class, Dacca has been fixed on 3.8.59 in connection with Kotwali P.S. case No. 41(12)58.
I would, therefore, request you to depute an officer to shadow him from Jail gate at 10 A.M. on 3.8.59 to the court and back to Jail, if there is no objection in the security prisoner’s production before the court on that day.
Sd/-
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Sd/-1.8.59
Side note: S.S. (2) may see pl. O/C Watch to arrange an officer. Sd/-DSVI 1.8.59
S.I. D. Hossain pl. attend. Sd/-1.8.
Seen & noted. Sd/-1.8
Reg. S/P Sk. Mujibar Rahman, Dacca Central Jail.
O/C., Watch.
Sir,
As ordered, I had been at Dacca Central Jail on 3.8.59 at 09. 45 hrs, in order to escort the said prisoner to Dacca Court in connection with Kotwali P.S. C/No. 41 (12)58 u/s 420/120-B P.P.C. At about 12.37 hrs. left Dacca Jail with proper escort by Prison Van No. E.B.D. 1680 & reached Dacca Court at about 12.50 hrs. The subject sat in the C.I’s room & did secret watch duty there. No suspect was seen to visit with the subject. At about 16.20 hrs. left Dacca Court with proper escort and arrived Dacca Jail at about 16.35 hrs. and made over the subject to the Jail authority. The next date falls on 20.8.59.
Submitted,
Sd/- Delwar Hossain,
S.I., I.B.
4.8.59
Side note: D.S.VI may pl. see. Ext. may go in subject’s P. F. Sd/-O/C., Watch, 4.8.59. Seen. Sd/-N.M. Biswas. Noted. Sd/-4.8.59.
–
97
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman applied to Chief Secretary, Government of East Pakistan to release him for taking care of his ailing parents. He was not willing to execute any bond for his release.
Dacca, 2 August 1959
To
The Chief Secretary,
Govt. of East Pakistan, Dacca.
Through the Superintendent, Central Jail, Dacca.
Dated 2.8.59.
Sir,
With due respect and humble submission I want to draw your kind consideration and necessary action.
Yesterday my wife came to see me, from her I have got the information that both my old father and mother are seriously ill. They are confined to bed in my village home. They are very old now, Allah knows what has happened to them.
Sir, you know I am the eldest son of my parents. You can easily understand my mental agony. I am very anxious to see them and also they are very anxious to see me. God forbids if anything happen to any of them, whole life I have to suffer for that.
May I, therefore, request you to kindly release me and allow me to see my ailing parents.
I can give you this assurance that I will not do any political works after my release. If you see that I am doing any political works you can easily put me back to jail.
Yours sincerely,
Sd/- Shaik Mujibur Rahman,
Security prisoner,
Central Jail, Dacca.
2.8.59.
Side note: ATTESTED. Sd/-2.8.59, Dy. Jailor, Dacca Central Jail.
Copy of Secret letter No. 1010/Con. dated 3.8.59 from the Supdt., Dacca Central Jail, Dacca to the Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan, Home (Special) Deptt., Dacca.
Sub: Petition from security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman praying for release to see his ailing parents.
A petition from security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman addressed to the Chief Secretary to the Government of East Pakistan, Dacca, on the Subject quoted above, is enclosed herewith in original for favour of disposal.
To
The Chief Secretary to the Govt. of East Pakistan,
Through the Superintendent, Central Jail, Dacca. 5.8.59.
Sir,
With due respect I want to draw your kind attention to the following facts for your kind consideration:-
I have already sent a representation to you on the 2nd of August about my difficulties. My old father and mother are seriously ill in my village home. The condition of my mother is very very serious. Both of them require treatment. I am the eldest son of my parents. It is my responsibility to arrange this treatment. Also I have to look after my family.
My four minor children are living in Dacca. There of them are going to school. They are facing so many difficulties that I cannot express.
After the promulgation of Martial Law I have not done any political works. Already there are three false cases pending in the court against me. I have got bail in all the three cases. Unfortunately I cannot go out of the jail as I am a security prisoner. I am now passing my days in the jail in segregation. I do not know why the authority had kept me in solitary confinement.
Sir, I can give you this assurance that I will not do any politics so long politics is illegal and banned in Pakistan.
May I therefore pray that you would be kind enough to release me and allow me to arrange the treatment of my parents and look after my minor children.
Yours sincerely,
Sd/-Sk. Mujibur Rahman.
Security Prisoner, D.C. Jail.
5.8.59.
Side note: ATTESTED. Sd/-Deputy Jailor, D. C. Jail. 6.8.59.
Immediate/By Spl. Messenger.
Secret
Phone No. 3844.
Govt. of East Pakistan
Office of the Supdt., Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1026/Con. dt 6.8.59.
To
The Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan, Home (Special) Dpett., Dacca.
Sub: Petition from security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman praying for his release to enable him to make arrangements for treatment of his ailing parents and look after his minor children.
A petition dated 5.8.59 submitted by security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman to the address of the Chief Secretary to the Govt. of East Pakistan, Dacca, on the Subject quoted above, is enclosed herewith in original for favour of disposal.
Sd/-N. Nematullah
Supdt., D.C., Jail.
6.8.59.
Phone: 4231/61.
INTELLIGENCE BRANCH, EAST PAKISTAN
LALBAGH,
DACCA, the 8th August, 1959.
No. 12447/
To
Mamun Mahmud, Esqr., PSP.,
Supdt. of Police, D.I.B., Faridpur.
It is requested that an immediate enquiry be made about the present condition of the parents of Sk. Majibur Rahman (Ex-Minister), who were reported to be ailing at their village home. It should also be mentioned if they are fit to be moved to Dacca for treatment and what are their age.
The names of brothers and sisters of the subject should also be ascertained and sent to this office along with a note on each of them regarding their present whereabouts and occupations etc., and if they are in a position to take care of their parents.
This enquiry should be made by an officer not below the rank of an Inspector and report sent to this office through the Special Messenger who is carrying this letter at the earliest.
(N. M. BISWAS)
for Special Supdt. of Police (II), I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
S.P. D.I.B. Faridpur.
It is requested that an immediate enquiry be made about the present condition of the parents of Sk. Majibur Rahman (Ex-Minister), who were reported to be ailing at their village home. It should also be mentioned if they are fit to be moved to Dacca for treatment and what are their age.
The names of brothers & sisters of the subject should also be ascertained and sent to this office along with a note on each of them regarding their present whereabouts & occupations etc. and if they are in a position to take care of their parents.
This enquiry should be made by an officer not below the rank of an Inspector and report sent to this office through the Special Messenger who is carrying this letter at the earliest.
Sd/ -8.8
SS II
Conditions of parents to be found out their age. If they are fit to be moved to Dacca for treatment. Sk. Mujibur Rahman’s real brothers & sisters where they are & what they are doing.
Enquiry to be made by an officer not below the rank of an Inspr.
Secret
S.S.II/D.S.VI
Sir,
I have the honour to report that I interviewed with Security Prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman at the Dacca Central Jail on 7.8.59 in the evening. At the outset the security prisoner told me that his mother was seriously ill at her village home in Faridpur dist. and his father was also indisposed. He added that he has submitted two petitions to the Chief Secretary, Govt. of East Pakistan praying for his release, so that he could see his parents.
He further stated that he would not indulge in politics after his release and would do some business to earn something for himself and his family. He might ask Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy for some money to start with. He stressed that how could he indulge in politics when the martial law was in force in the country. He added that he has assured the Chief Secy. about it in his petitions.
He was not willing to execute any bond for his release as it would mean something else for him. He said his enemies might use its against him. He concluded that if the Govt. desires to impose any restriction on him, it could do so. He would accept it as a law abiding citizen.
His attitude was mild and he appeared to be in good health.
Y.O.S.
Sd/-Inpr. 1.B.
8.8.59.
Side note: Office. Pl. put up on file. Sd/-DS VI, 8.8.59.
[Copy of a report dated 14.8.59 of a D.I.B. Inspr. (D.I.O.1).
I had been to Tungipara and enquired into the matter. Skaikh Lutfur Rahman, father of the Security Prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman is aged about 72 years and his mother is aged about 65 years. Lutfur Rahman has been suffering from Rheumatism since long and is better at present. His state of health appears to be good and he can undertake journey. The mother of Sk. Mujibur Rahman has been suffering from chronic blood dysentry accompanied with cough for a pretty long time. Her disease aggravated recently due to mental anxiety. She is practically bed-ridden and cannot even walk. She is not in a position now to undertake any journey.
Particulars of the brothers and the sisters of the subject Sk. Mujibur Rahman as ascertained on enquiry are noted below:-
Abu Nasar, the only brother of the subject is now residing with his family members in the house of his father-in-law Maulvi Herajtullah, a labour contractor at Khulna town. He is the manager of an oil-Mill at Khulna belonging to his father-in- law. Neither he nor his wife takes much interest in their parents.
The subject has four sisters:-
1) Begum, wife of late Chaudhury Nuruddin Ahmad, lives in her husband’s house at Dattapara, P.S. Shibchar, Faridpur.
2) Asia Khatun wife of Sk. Nurul Haq, a retired upper Division Clerk of A.G., E.P., lives in the same village Tungipara about a quarter mile off from the house of the Subject.
3) Helen, wife of Mvi. Abdur Rouf Swarnamat, M.A.B.L., lives with her husband at Barisal town.
4) Lily, wife of Syed Hussain, Deputy Magistrate, lives with her husband at Habiganj town, Sylhet.
It appears that none of the sisters is in a position to look after the parents as they have got to take care of their own families. ]
Phone: 58
District Intelligence Branch
Faridpur, the 14th August, 59.
No. 3627/33-50 ‘A’.
Forwarded to Moinuddin Esqr., P.S.P., Spl. Supdt. of Police, I.B., East Pakistan, Dacca, for information with reference to his No. 12447 dated 8.8.59.
Sd/-14.8
Superintendent of Police,
D.I.B., Faridpur.
Side note: D.S. VI, Sd/-17.8.59
Office. Pl. put up tomorrow by the first hour. DSVI, 17.8.
–
98
Authority allowed Sheikh Fazilatunnessa interview with security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman along with relatives.
Dacca, 7 August 1959
Mrs. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
General Secretary,
M.P., M.P.A
EAST PAKISTAN AWAMI LEAGUE
76 115-SEGUN BAGICHA,
RAMNA, DACCA.
DATED…..
To
The D.I.G. (IB) of Police,
Dacca.
Dear Sir,
The younger sister of my husband Mrs. Lily Hussain has arrived on her way for our village home to see her ailing father and mother. I shall also accompany her to see my father-in-law and mother-in-law. We shall leave for home the day after tomorrow.
Hence a special permission may kindly be given in favour of the following persons to see my husband tomorrow so that we may discuss some of our urgent family affairs with him.
(1) Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa : (His wife).
(2) Mrs. Lily Hussain : (His sister).
(3) Mominul Haq :(His brother).
Yours faithfully,
F. nessa
Side note: Office. Pl. put up on file at once. Sd/- DS VI, 7.8.59.
Phone No. 4231/61
By. SPL. Messenger
Confidential/Express.
No. 12408 dt 8.8.59.
Suptd. D.C. Jail, Dacca.
Kindly allow Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa (11) Mrs. Lily Hussain (III) Mr. Mominul Huq of 76, Segun Bagicha, Ramna, Dacca to have a special interview with Political prisoner Mr. Sk Mujibar Rahman on 8.8.59 at 4P.M. in presence of an I.B. officer.
The party has been informed.
Sd/-8.8
For D.I.G. I.B
No. 12408/1 dt 8.8.59.
By. Spl. Messenger.
Copy forwarded to Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa of 76 Segun Bagicha, Ramna, Dacca for information.
Sd/ 8.8
For D.I.G. I. B.
Ref. file No. 606/48 P.F.
As ordered I had been to D.C. Jail on 8.8.59 at 16-00 hrs. and attended a party interview held between the political prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman of D.C. Jail and his relatives Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa, Mrs.
Page: 401
Lily Husain. & Mr. Mainul Haq from 16-20 to 16 -50 hrs. in presence of the Dy. Jailor. Nothing objectionable was discussed during the time of interview from I.B. point of view.
This is for kind information.
Submitted
Badrul Amin
10.8.59
–
99
Security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman produced before SDO, South Court, Dacca in connection with Ramna PS case No. 115(7)1959. Watch report included.
Dacca, 8 August 1959
Secret
Phone No. 3844.
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1037/Con., dated. 8.8.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, J.B., E.P., Dacca.
Sub: Production of Security Prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the court of S.D.O.(S), Dacca on 12.8.59.
A date for production of the above named security prisoner before the court of S.D.O.(S)., Dacca has been fixed on 12.8.59 in connection with Rarnna P. S. case
o. 115., dated 29.7.59 u/s 409/109 P.P.C.
I would, therefore, request you to depute an officer of your Department to shadow the prisoner from the Jail gate at 10 A. M. on 12.8.59 and back to Jail, if there is no objection in the production of the security prisoner before the court on that day.
Sd/-8.8.59
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Reg. S.P. Sk. Majibur Rahman of Dacca Central Jail.
0/C., Watch.
Sir,
As ordered I had been at Dacca Central Jail at 10.00 hrs. on 12.8.59 in order to escort the said prisoner to Dacca Court in connection with Ramna P. S. C/No. 115 dt. 29.7.59 u/s 409/109-P.P.C. At about 15.50 hrs. left Dacca Jail with proper escort by Police Prison Van No. E.B.D. 1680 and arrived Dacca Court at about 16.05 hrs. and did secret watch duty there. None was seen to visit with the above subject. At about 16.25 hrs. left Dacca Court with proper escort and arrived Dacca Jail at about
16.35 hrs. and made over the subject to the Jail authority. The next date falls on 1.9.59.
Submitted
Sd/-Delwar Hossain,
S.I., I.B.
13.8.59.
Side note: D.S.VI may pl. See. Ext. may go in subject’s P. F. Sd/-13.8. 0/C., Watch Sd/-N.M. Biswas.
13.8.59. noted. Sd/-15.8.59
–
100
Letter from Awami League leader Hatem Ali Talukder of Mymensingh to security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman at Dacca Central Jail.
Mymensingh, 11 August 1959
CENSOR CERTIFICATE
No. 2424(8) Date of receipt :1-:1-.8.5q
Letter dated Nil
From: S. Prisoner, Terrorist./ Hatem Ali Talukder. 38, R.K. Mission Road, Mymensingh.
To: S. Prisoner, Terrorist./U.T Convict, ord. Jonab Sk. Mojibar Rahman D.C. Jail Dacca.
Memo: Dacca Central Jail/C/O D.I.G. Ord. 1043/Con. Dt 8.8.59
Remarks of Censor officer. Private May be passed.
Side note: Sd/-11.8.
(1) Action as suggested.
(2) Pl. put up a Copy of the letter. Sd/-11.8.59DSVI
–
True Copy of Bengali letter written by Hatem Ali Talukder, 38 R. K. Mission Road, Mymensingh to Janab Sk Majibur Rahman, Security Prisoner Dacca Central Jail.
242 A 8 of 11.8.59 Dated Nil
মুজিব ভাই
আমার অন্তরের অন্তস্থল হইতে জানাই শশ্রদ্ধ অভিনন্দন। পরপর পত্রলেখেও কোন উত্তর কেন পাইনা আল্লাই জানেন। আমি যে ৪২০ ও অন্যান্য ধারার আসামী তাহা পত্রিকায় দেখেছেন। ভাই পৃথীবিতে আল্লার পর ২ দুইজন লোককেই ভক্তি করি কে তারা তাহা আপনী জানেন৷ ভাই নিরিবীলি অনেক সময় বুক ভরে কাদি। আর কিছু না কারন, জীবনের সবচাইতে ভুল করেছি যে Law কেন পাশ করলাম না খোদার দোহাই Law পরেন, দোয়া করি ও দোয়া চাই।
স্নেহের
হাতেম
Phone No 4231/61
Secret
No. 13185/606-48 P.F. (E) dt 24.8.59
S.P. D.I.B. Mymensingh
I forward herewith a copy of a Bengali letter from Hatem Ali Talukder, 38 R. K. Mission Road, Mymensingh, addressed to Sk. Mujibar Rahman now detained as a S.Pr. in the Dacca Central Jail, for information and favour of comments.
Sd/-20.8.59
DSVI for SS II
Copy of report of a D.I.O., Mymensingh, dated 3.9.59.
Beg to report that Hatem Ali Talukdar, son of Afsaruddin of Mahmudpur, P.S.Gopalpur, Dist. Mymensingh and of Mymensingh Town – the writer of the letter- is accused in Kotwali P. S Case No. 82 dated 26.10.58 u/s 6 of Act I of 1956 and Case No. 40 dated 18.7.59 u/s 420 P.P.C. The allegation in the former case is that he misappropriated 120 bags of cement and in the latter case he has been charged for submission of and drawing false T.A. bills of Rs. 597/4/- as a member of the D. B. Both the cases are pending investigation with the B.A.C., Mymensingh.
The writer was a veteran and prominent Awami Leaguer and he was reported to be a pet of Mr. H. S. Suhrawardy and Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman – the addressee of the letter; and possibly he indicated in the letter of these two persons whom he regards next to God.
Secret
Phone = Office – 19 & 41,
Res. 20.
District Intelligence Branch
Mymensingh, the 5th Sept. 59.
No. 6601/ R.14517./52-52 PF.
Copy forwarded to Moinuddin, Esq., P.S.P., Special Superintendent of Police, I.B., East Pakistan, Dacca, for information, with reference to his No. 13185/606-48 (P.F.) E. dated 24.8.59.
Sd/-5.9.59.
Superintendent of Police,
D.I.B., Mymensingh.
Phone No 4231/61
Secret/Express
No. 14624/606-48 P.F.(E) dt 21.9.59
Suptd. of Police D. 1. B. Mymensingh.
Please refer to your memo No. 6601 dt 5.9.59 and supply materials against Hatem Ali Talukdar, if any, for taking action under E.B.D.042 together with your recommendation.
Sd/-18.9.59.
DSVI for SSII
……………………………………………………………..
42. EBDO (Elective Bodies Disqualification Order) – Martial Law regulation issued by Ayub Khan in August 1959.Barred 75 of his political challengers, especially East Pakistan Awami League leaders, from taking part in all sorts of political or electoral activities for 8 years. His own party and supporters remained untouched.
………………………………………………………………
Phone Office -19,
Res. 20.
District Intelligences Branch
Mymensingh, the 28th Sept/59.
No. 7011/52-52 P. F. R.16280.
To
Moinuddin, Esq., P. S.P.,
Spl. Superintendent of Police,
I. B., East Pakistan, Dacca.
Ref:- Your No. 14624/606-48 P.F.(E) dated 21.9.59.
The name of the subject has already been included in the list of persons to be dealt with under the E.B.D.O. vide serial 50 of the list of security prisoners sent with this office No. 6090 dated 19.8.59.
Sd/-28.9.59
Superintendent of Police,
D.I.B., Mymensingh.
–
101
Authority allowed Sheikh Fazilatunnessa interview with security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman along with relatives.
Dacca, 13 August 1959
Mrs. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
General Secretary,
M.P., M.P.A
EAST PAKISTAN AWAMI LEAGUE
76,115 SEGUN BAGICHA
RAMNA, DACCA.
Dated the 13th Augt’59
To
The Depty. Inspr. genl. of Police,
1. B. Dacca.
Dear Sir,
I am to state that my husband Mr. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, is a security prisoner staying in the Dacca Central Jail. I intend to have an interview with him with my minor children together with his brother- in-law Mr Shaikh Nurul Haq, and his brother Mr. Mominul Huq by name.
I, therefore, request you kindly to allow me for the same.
1. Fazilotonnesa: Wife
2. Sheikh Nurul Huq: Brother in-law
3. Mominul Huq: Brother
4. Hasina Begum: Daughter and other minors
Yours obediently
F. Nessa.
(Fazilatunnesa)
Side note: Office, Pl. put in file, Sd/-13.8.59
Phone No 4231/61
Confidential/Immediate
No. 12823 dt 17.8
Suptd. D.C. Jail.
Kindly allow (1) Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa with her minor Children Miss Hasina Begum & others (ii) Mr. Sk. Nurul Haq & (iv) Mr. Mominul Haq of 76, Segun Bagicha, Dacca to have an interview with Political Prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman on 18.8.59 at 4 P.M. in presence of an 1. B. officer.
The party has been informed.
Sd/-17.8.59
For D.I.G. I.B.
No 12823/ dt 17.8.59
Copy forwarded to Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa of 76, Segun Bagicha, Dacca for information.
Sd/-17.8
For D.I.G. I.B.
As ordered I attended the interview held between S.Pr. Sk. Majibur Rahman and his wife and others at the Dacca Central Jail on 18.8.59 from about 16.10 to 16.40 Hrs. They talked on domestic and personal affairs including his release etc. in which there appeared noting objectionable from the 1. B. point of view.
Wahed Ali
S.I. I.B. Dacca 19.8.59.
–
102
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman produced before 1st Class Magistrate Court and SDO, South Court, Dacca respectively on 20.8.1959 and 22.8.1959. Watch report included.
Dacca, 19 August 1959
Secret
Phone No. 3844.
Immediate
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of Supdt., Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1098/Con., dt 19-8-59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I. B., E. P., Dacca.
Sub: Production of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the court of Mr. K.M. Rahman, Magistrate 1st class Dacca on 20.8.59.
A date for production of the above named security prisoner before the court noted above has been fixed on 20.8.59 in connection with Kotwali P.S. case No. 41(12)58.
I would request you to depute an officer of your department to shadow the sec. prisoner from the Jail gate at 10 A.M. on 20.8.59 to the court and back, if there is no objection in his production before the court on that day.
Sd/-
for Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Sd/-19.8.59
Side note: O/C Watch, 19.8
DSVI. Perusal pl. O/C Watch may note for n/a pl. Sd/-19.8.59.
S.I. S. Zaman pl. Comply. Sd/-O/C Watch 19.8
Seen & noted. S. Zaman S.I. 19.8.
Yes pl. Sd/-DSVI, 19.8.
—
Reg. S. Pr. Sk. Majibur Rahman.
As ordered I had been to Dacca Court on 20.8.59 for secret duty of S.Pr. Sk. Majibur Rahman who arrived at Dacca Court at about 12.00 hrs. From D.C. Jail under proper Police escort party and being shadowed by me. The aforesaid S.Pr. was produced before the Court of Mr. M. Rahman, Magistrate, 1st class in connection with his case. He returned to D.C. Jail at about 16.00 hrs. under proper police escort party. Next date of his production has been fixed on 26.9.59. During duty period nothing of interesting came to notice.
Submitted.
Sd/-Shamsuzzaman.
S.I., I.B.
dt. 21.8.59.
Side note: D.S. VI may Pl. see. Sd/-O/C., watch. 21.8. Seen. Copy to P. F. pl. Sd/-M.N. Biswas. 22.8.59. Noted. Sd/-22.8.59
Secret
Phone No. 3844.
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1099/Con., dt 19.8.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I. B., E. P., Dacca.
Sub: Production of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the court of S. D. O. (S), Dacca on 22.8.59.
A date for production of the above named security prisoner before the court of S. D. O. (S), Dacca has been fixed on 22.8.59 in connection with Ramna P.S. case No. 3(2)59.
I would request you to depute an officer to shadow the sec. prisoner at 10 A.M. on 22.8.59 from the Jail gate to the court and back, if there is no objection in the production of the prisoner on that day before the court.
Sd/-
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Sd/-19.8
Side note: O/C Watch 19.8
DS VI. Perusal pl. O/C Watch may note for n/a pl. Sd/-19.8.59
Yes pl.Sd/-DSVI.19.8.59.
S.I. S. Zaman pl. comply. Sd/-19.8 O/C Watch
Seen. S. Zaman S.l. 19.8
…
Reg. S. Pr. Majibur Rahman.
As ordered I had been to Dacca Court on 22.8.59 being shadowed S. Pr. Sk. Majibar Rahman from Central Jail Dacca under proper police escort party at about 12.00 hrs. but the subject was not produced before the court of S. D. O. South. He returned to D.C. Jail at about 15.30 hrs. under proper Police escort party. Next date of hearing has been fixed on 22.9.59. During the period nothing of important came to notice to report.
Submitted,
Sd/-Shamsuzzaman.
S.I., I.B.
24.8.59.
Side note: D.S.VI may pl. see. Ext. may go to subject’s P. F. Sd/- O/C., Watch. 24.8.
Seen. Copy to P. F. of Sk Mujibar Rahman. Sd/-N.M. Biswas. 24.8. Noted.Sd/-24.8.59
—
103
Authority allowed Sheikh Fazilatunnessa interview with security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman along with relatives.
Dacca, 22 August 1959
Mrs. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
M. P. M.P.A
General Secretary
EAST PAKISTAN AWAMI LEAGUE
76 115, SEGUN BAGICHA,
RAMNA, DACCA.
Dated 22.8.59.
To
The D.I.G (I. B.) of Police, Dacca.
Dear Sir,
I have the honour to request you to kindly allow the following persons to see my husband in the Dacca Central Jail.
(1) Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa-(His Wife).
(2) Mr. Mominul Huq-(His brother).
(3) Mr. Abul Hossain -(His former P. Secretary).
(4) 4 Children-(All minor).
Juod Total. 7(Seven).
Thanking you in anticipation.
Yours faithfully,
F. Nessa.
Side note: Office Please put up in file. Sd/-DSVI, 22.8.59
Phone No. 4231/61
Confidential
No. 13503 dt 28.8.59.
Suptd. D.C. Jail, DACCA.
Kindly allow Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa (ii) Mr. Mominul Haque (iii) Mr. Abul Hassain (iv) 4 children of Mrs. Fazilatunnessa 76, Segun Bagicha, Dacca to have an interview with S. Pr. Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman on 2.9.59 at 4-30 P.M. in presence of an I. B. officer.
The Party has been informed.
Sd/-27.8.59.
for D.I.G. I.B.
No. 13503/1 dt 28.8.59
Copy forwarded to Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa of 76, Segun Bagicha, Dacca
for information.
Sd/-27.8.59.
for D.I.G. I.B.
Sd/-28.8.
Ref. file No 606-48 P.F
DSVI
As for order I attended the interview of Security Prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman with his wife, children and a cousin Brother on 2.9.59 from 16.30 hrs. to 17.00 hrs. at Dacca Central Jail.
They talked over their private and domestic affairs and there was nothing objectionable to report.
Submitted,
Md. Yunus.
S.I. I.B.
3.9.59.
–
104
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman’s cousin Mominul Haq sent a book for him at Dacca Central Jail but it was withheld.
Dacca, 24 August 1959
DSVI.
Perusal pl. Ref:- letter of Mominul Haq dt. 22.8.59 the book captioned ” ” by Allan Cambell Johnson meant for Security Prisoner Shaikh Mujibur Rahman may be withheld, as this book was previously received and withheld.
Sd/ – Yusuf
24.8.59
Side note: As proposed pl. Sd/-DSVI, 24.8.59
East Bengal Form No. 49.
VISITOR’S MEMO
Name : Mominul Haq
Address: 76, Segun Bagicha, DA.
Officer with whom an interview is sought.
D.S.- VI
Object of visit –
To collect a book submitted for Sk. M. Rahman and submit a fresh application.
ভারতে মাউন্ট ব্যাটেন
Received
Sd/-23.9.59.
Side note: To officer. Sd/-DSVI, 23.9.
DSVI
Notes and orders below regarding the booklet entitled “ভারতে মাউন্ট ব্যাটেন” mentioned for S.Pr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman. It appears that the book was deposited in our office for censor and sending the same to the Subject. Now as the book has been withheld it is for order if the same be sent to the Suptd. D.C. Jail saying that the book has been withheld.
Sd/-27.8.59
The book was deposited by one Mominul Haque, cousin of Sk. Mujibur Rahman. This book may be returned to him. He may be informed at 76 Segun Bagicha (House of Sk. Mujibar Rahman) to report to this office & take back the book.
The Supdt. D.C. Jail may also be informed about this for the information of the S.Pr.
Sd/-DSVI 28.8.59
Side note: DSVI, Orders above. Drafts below for approval pl. Sd/-29.8
No. 13589 dt.31.8.59 to Mr. M. Haque
No 13590 dt.31.8.59 to D.C. Jail.
Phone No. 4231/61
Confidential
No. 13590 dt. 31.8.
Suptd. D.C. Jail, Dacca.
Kindly inform S.Pr. Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman that a Bengali booklet entitled “” deposited for him in this office by his cousin Mr. Mominul Haq has been withheld and returned to the deposits.
Sd/-29.8.59.
For D.I.G. I.B.
Side note: The book is with me. Below another pl.
Phone No. 4231/61
No. 13589 dt 31.8.59.
Mr. Mominul Haque 76, Segun Bagicha, Dacca.
You are requested to take delivery of the Bengali booklet entitled “ভারতে মাউন্ট ব্যাটেন” deposited in this office for S.Pr. Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman.
–
East Pakistan Form No. 5. Phone No. 4231/61
All communications should give the
number, date subjects of any
previous correspondence
Sd/-29.8 for D.I.G.I.B.
Government of East Pakistan
OFFICE OF THE …
Memorandum No. 13589, dated Dacca, the 31st Augu. 1959
To
Mr. Mominul Haque,
76, Segun Bagicha, Dacca.
You are requested to take delivery of the Bengali booklet entitled “ভারতে মাউন্ট ব্যাটেন” deposited in this office for security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman.
Sd/-31.8.59
(N.M. BISWAS)
for Dy. Inspr. Genl. of Police, I.B.
Side note: 606-48 P.F Received. Sd/-23.9.59.
–
105
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman produced before 1st class Magistrate Court and SDO, South Court, Dacca respectively on 26.8.1959 and 1.9.1959.
Dacca, 24 August 1959
By Spl. Messenger
Immediate
Secret
Phone No. 3844
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1131/Con., dt. 24.8.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E. P., Dacca.
Sub: Production of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the court of Mr. K.M. Rahman, Magistrate 1st class, Dacca on 26.8.59.
A date for production of the above named security prisoner before the court noted above has been fixed on 26.8.59 in connection with Kotwali P. S. Case No. 41(12)58.
I would request you to depute an officer to shadow the security prisoner from the Jail gate at 10 A.M. on 26.8.59 to the court and back, if there is no objection in his production before the court on that day.
Sd/-
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Sd/-24.8.59
Side note: S.I. S. Zaman to comply pl. Sd/-O/C Watch. 24.8.59
Seen. S. Zaman S.I. 24.8.
DSVI. Perusal pl. O/C Watch may note pl. Sd/-24.8.
O/C Watch to pl. depute an officer pl. Sd/-DSVI, 24.8.59.
Reg. S.Pr. Majibar Rahman.
As ordered I had been to Dacca Central Jail on 26.8.59 in connection with secret duty for the aforesaid S. Pr. It is learnt from Jailor that the date of production of the S. Pr. before the Court is shifted from 26.8.59 to 1.9.59. As such I left D. C. Jail for Court on enquiry in the Court. I was confirmed about the next date of production of the S. Pr. before the court.
Submitted
Sd/- Shamsuzzaman.
S.I., I.B.
27.8.59.
Side note: D. S. VI may pl. see. Ext. may go in Subject’s P.F.
Sd/-O/C., Watch. 27.8.59.
Seen. Keep it in his P. F. Sd/-N. M. Biswas. 27.8.
–
Immediate
Secret
Phone No. 3844.
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1168/Con., dated 29.8.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Sub Production of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the court of S. D. O (S), Dacca on 1.9.59.
A date for production of the above named accused in the court of the S.D.O. (S), Dacca has been fixed on 1.9.59 in connection with Ramna P.S. Case No. 115., dated 29.7.59.
I would request you to kindly depute an officer of your department to shadow him from the Jail gate at 10 A.M. on 1.9.59. and back from court, if there is no objection in the production of the security prisoner before the court on that day.
Sd/-29.8.59.
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Side note: DSVI, Perusal pl. O/C Watch may note pl. Sd/-31.8.59
O/C Watch to depute an officer pl. Sd/-31.8.59
ASI. S. Alam will comply pl. Sd/- O/C Watch. 31.8.
To
The O/C., Watch, I. B., Dacca.
Sir,
As ordered, I had been to D.C. Jail to-day (1.9.59) for S. Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman who was to attend the Court.
But as he is medically unfit, he was not been allowed from the Jail to attend the Court.
This is for your kind information.
Y.O.S.
Sd/-Shamsul Alam
A.S.I., I.B.
1.9.59.
Side note: B, D.S.VI for perusal pl. Ext. may go in his P.F. Sd/-2.9.59.
Seen. Copy to P.F. Sd/-N.M. Biswas.2.9.59. D.S.VI.
–
106
Authority allowed Sheikh Mujibur Rahman interview with his wife Sheikh Fazilatunnessa, cousin, former PS and return books.
Dacca, 4 September 1959
To
The D.I.G., I.B., East Pakistan.
Through the Superintendent, Central Jail, Dacca.
4.9.59.
Sir,
With due respect, I want to have an interview with my wife Mrs. Faziloton Nessa, my Cousin Mr. Mominul Huq, my Ex- Private Secretary Mr Abul Hussain and my four minor Children of 76, Segun Bagicha Dacca. I will be glad if you kindly grant the interview and arrange to inform them in time.
In time of interview I want to return the under mentioned Books to my wife through 1.B. officer who will be present in time of interview. I will be glad if you kindly allow me to return the books to my wife.
Books
1. Sense and Sensibility
2. In The High Yemen.
3. বন হংসী
4. উল্কা
5. স্বাগতম
6. সুয়োরাণী
7. রাত্রির তপস্যা
8. না
9. বিচারক
10. রানী সাহেবা
Yours Sincerely,
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Security Prisoner,
Central Jail, Dacca.
4.9.59.
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
4.9.59.
Phone No. 3844.
Secret
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of Superintendent, Dacca, Central Jail.
Memo No. 1211/ Con. Dated 5.9.59.
To
The Dy. Inspector-General of Police I. B., E.P., Dacca.
Sending herewith two petitions of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman and an others named below for favour of disposal.
(1) Mr. Sk Mujibur Rahman-1 (Reg. Permission to return his books to his wife at the time of the)
(2) Ali Aksad -1 (Reg. Interview)
Sd/-
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Sd/-4.9.
Side note: T.S. Please supply a copy. Sd/-7.9.59
DS VI
Perusal pl. of the petition below from S. Pr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman praying for an interview with his wife and others.
He also desires to return some books to his wife at the time of the interview. The last interview was held on 2.9.59. For orders pl.
Sd/-
SS (2)
This is not for a spl. interview. The usual interview falls due to on 17.9.59. This may be allowed.
The security prisoner may also be allowed to return the books to his wife in presence of the I.B. officer during this interview.
Sd/-DSVI 7.9.
Side note: SS ///7.9.59. DSVI/ Orders above: Draft for approval pl. R.S.I. may depute an officer pl. Sd/-9.9.
Allowed. Sd/- 8.9.59.
Phone No. 4231/61
Confidential
No. 14233 dt. 12.10.59.
Suptd. Dacca Central Jail
Kindly allow Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa and her children (ii) Mr. Mominul Haq (iii) Mr. Abul Hussain of 76, Segun Bagicha, Dacca to have an interview with S. Pr. Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman on 17.9.59 at 4 P..M. in presence of an I. B. officer.
The party has been informed.
Sd/-9.9.59
for D.I.G. I. B.
No. 14233/1 dt 12.10.59.
Copy forwarded to Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa of 76, Segun Bagicha, Dacca for information.
Sd/-9.9.59.
for D.I.G. I. B.
Side note: Below another Pl. Sd/- 13.9.59.
Phone No. 4231/61
Confidential
No. 14232_dt 12.10.59
Suptd. Dacca Central Jail.
Ref: Your memo No. 1211/con dt. 5.9.59.
In forwarding herewith a copy of a petition dt. 4.9.59, of S.Pr. Mr. Sk Mujibur Rahman, I am to inform you that the subject may be allowed to return the books mentioned therein to his wife at the time of next interview in presence of an I. B. officer.
Sd/-9.9.59.
for D.I.G. I.B.
….
As ordered I attended the interview held between S.Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman and his wife, Abul Hussain and Mr. Momin at the Dacca Central Jail on 17.9.59 for about 16.35 to 17.10 hrs. During the time of interview they talked on domestic and personal affairs including cases pending in the Court against him in which there appeared nothing objectionable from the I.B. point of view.
Wahed Ali
S.I. I.B. Dacca.
18.9.59.
…..
107
Detention of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman extended for another six months.
Dacca, 12 September 1959
[1.B. Officers Report dt. 8.8.59]
Phone No. 4231/61
Secret/Express
No. 14247 dt 12.9.59./606-48 P.F.(E)
Addl. S.P. D.I.B. DACCA.
Copy forwarded to – for information and with the request to submit the review report on the case of the subject together with the views of the District Magistrate at an early date.
Sd/-10.9.59
DS VI for SS II
Side note: Reply at page 2926
1) One pl. Sd/-12.9.59
Secret/Express.
Phone No. 4231/34.
District Intelligence Branch
Dacca, the 19th September, 1959.
No. 9199/ R. 6594./100-49 P.F.
To
Moinuddin, Esqr., P.S.P.,
Spl. Supdt. of Police (II)
I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Ref: Your Memo. No. 14247/606-48 P.F.(E) dated 12.9.59 regarding Review Report on the Case of Security Prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman.
The subject Sk. Mujibur Rahman was again interviewed by an officer of the I.B., E.P., Dacca, on 7.8.59 in the Dacca Central Jail.
During interview he disclosed that he submitted two petitions to the Chief Secretary for his release to see his ailing parents at home. He further disclosed that he would not indulge in politics after his release and would do some business to earn something for himself and for his family but at the same time he said that he might seek financial assistance from his leader Mr. H. S. Suhrawardy for the purpose.
The subject is a notorious public agitator and a trouble-monger and has got much influence over the anti-State and bad elements of this Province. He is also mischievous and is a menace to public peace and tranquility. He is arrogant and a man of no principle. He thinks too highly of himself and wants that every body should be under his thumb. He can hardly be relied on. Moreover he is not willing to execute any bond to earn his release as it would mean something else to him.
Considering his past insincere and mischievous political activities, his potentialities to commit mischief to the State, his unwillingness to execute any bond for his release and there being every chance for his embarrassing the present smooth sailing of the Administration after his release, his further detention for Six months more is considered absolutely necessary in the interest of public Administration.
Opinion of the District Magistrate, Dacca, in this case is as follows:-
“I agree”.
Sd/-19.9.59.
(A. Khaleque)
Addl. Supdt. of Police,
D.I.B., Dacca.
Revisional Notes on Sk. Mujibur Rahman.
1. On 21.3.59 the Advisory Board reviewed the Case of the Subject and was of opinion that the records of his activities were highly prejudicial and it would be risky to recommend his release at present. The Boards, therefore, recommended that he might be continued to be detained under the ordinance.
2. The Subject in two petitions addressed to the Chief Secy. Govt. of East Pakistan, dated 2.8.59 and 5.8.59, submitted to the Govt. that his parents were seriously ill at their village home and that he was very anxious to see them and make arrangements for their treatment. He requested the Govt. for his release. In the petitions he also assured the Govt. that he would not do any political work after his release so long politics was banned in Pakistan.
On inquiry it was formed that the mother of the subject was suffering from chronic blood dysentery accompanied with cough and was bedridden. His father also suffered from rheumatism for long, but his condition was found to be good, at the time of enquiry.
3. The subject was interviewed in the Jail on 7.8.59 by an officer of this department.
His attitude was formed to be mild. He was not prepared to execute any bond but he showed willingness to accept all restrictions which the Govt. might like to impose on him.
4. The subject is at present detained at Dacca Central Jail under Govt. order no. 344 H.S. dated 7.4.59 for a period of six months, which expires on 6.10.59.
5. The Dist. Magistrate and the Addl. S.P. D.I.B. Dacca are of opinion that in view of the past insincere and mischievous political activities of the subject, his potentialities for committing mischief agst. the state and his unwillingness to execute any hand for his release, he should be detained for a further period of six month in the interest of public administration.
Sd/-21.9.59.
Side note: TS, Type 5 copies pl. Sd/-21.9
Office, Pl. keep in file of Sk. Mujibur Rahman. Sd/-DSVI, 22.9.59
—
108
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman unable to appear before the court because of illness.
Dacca, 15 September 1959
Secret
Phone No. 3844.
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1260/ Con., dated 15-9-59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I. B., E. P., Dacca.
A date for production of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman in the court of S. D. O. (S)., Dacca has been fixed on 22-9-59 in connection with Ramna P.S. case No 3(2)59.
An officer may kindly be deputed to shadow the prisoner from the Jail gate at 10 A.M. on 22.9.59 to the court and back, if there is no objection in his production before the court on that day.
Sd/-15.9
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Side note: Seen & noted. Sd/- O/C Watch. 18.9.
DSVI, Perusal pl. O/C Watch may note for n/a pl. Sd/- 18.9.59.
O/C Watch to pl. depute an officer. Sd/-18.9.59.
Watch report43 in connection with S. Pr. Sk. Magibar Rahman, presence in the court of S. D. O., South, I had been at D.C., Jail on 22.9.59 in connection with the same duty from 10.00 hrs. to 13.00 hrs. I came to know from the Dy Jailor that the
………………………………………………………….
43. Watch Report – Regular report submitted by IB officer about open or secret activities of the members of political organizations. It may sometimes be necessary to place 24 hour watch on a house or persons to verify and collect secret information.
…………………………………………………………
aforesaid S. Pr. was quite unable to appear at the Court on account of his illness. S. D. O. South ordered the S. Pr. to appear in his court on the next date 24.10.59
Submitted.
Sd/-Shamsuzzman.
S. I., I. B.
23.9.59
Side note: D.S.VI may pl. Ext. may go in Subject’s P. F. Sd/-O/c., Watch, 23/9.
Seen Action as suggested.
D.S.VI. 24.9.59.
–
109
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman applied to DIG, IB to meet his wife, children and others.
Dacca, 19 September 1959
To
The D.I.G. I.B. East Pakistan.
Through the Superintendent Central Jail Dacca.
19.9.59.
Sir
I want to have an interview with my Wife Mrs. Faziloton Nesa, my minor Children, my Cousin Mr. Mominul Huq, my Ex-Private Secretary Mr. Abul Hossain and the teacher of my Children Mr. Abul Khair.
I will be glad if kindly grant the interview and arrange to inform them in 76 Segun Bagicha in time.
Yours Sincerely
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Security Prisoner
Central Jail Dacca.
19.9.59
Phone No. 3844.
Secret
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 1291/ Con., Dated 21.9.59.
To
The Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B., East Pakistan, Dacca.
Sending herewith two petitions of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman and an others named below for favour of disposal.
(1) Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman -1
(2) Dewan Mahbub Ali-1
Regarding interview.
Sd/-20.9
for Superintendent
Dacca Central Jail.
–
110
Letter of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman from Dacca Central Jail to Governor of East Pakistan, Government House, Dacca wherein he mentioned that he never adopted any corrupt practice in his life.
His parents were very old and also suffering from various diseases. Despite his suffering from multiple serious diseases he was kept in solitary confinement. So he requested to get released on health ground and for taking care of minor children and parents.
Dacca, 21 September 1959
To
Mr. Zakir Hossain,
Governor of East Pakistan,
Government House, Dacca.
Through the Supdt., Central Jail, Dacca.
Dated 21.9.59.
Sir.
With due respect and humble submission, I want to draw your kind attention to the following facts for your kind consideration.
I was arrested on the 12th Oct. 1958 in connection with an Anti-Corruption case. Subsequently I was detained as a Security prisoner. The authority had kept me in solitary confinement long 12 months. You can easily understand what a punishment it is? What is the necessity of torturing a ruined man who is already behind the prison bars?
I am sure, if you kindly look into my papers, you will be satisfied that I have never adopted any corrupt practice in my life. Some false cases are pending in the court, I have to face the trial. Perhaps you know sir, that I have almost no property. My four minor children are suffering. Even I could not make any house for them. I had only twenty thousand rupees life insurance which had already been lapsed. It is not possible on my father to help my children always. Both my father and mother are very old and also suffering from various disease.
I will request you to kindly see my papers. I was never- connected with any subversive activates nor I was a communist. Still your Govt. had detained me in Jail under Public Safety Act Ordinance. I have already submitted representation to the Governor but unfortunately I have not yet received any reply. Politics is banned in the country. So long it is Illegal I cannot do any political works and I will not do it. I know how to respect the law of the Land.
Already my health had been broken. I am continually suffering from stomach troubles serious type of toothache, Rheumatic pain and other various diseases.
Under the circumstances I will request you, Sir, you would be kind enough to release me and allow me to look after my children and also to arrange my thorough treatment.
Side note: Attested Sd/- Dy. Jailor, D.C. Jail MI/-
Yours sincerely,
Sd/-Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
Security Prisoner
Central Jail, Dacca.
21.9.59
—
111
Production of security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman before SDO, Dacca South Court fixed on 26.9.1959.
Dacca, 21 September 1959
Secret
Phone No. 3844.
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1294/Con., dt. 21.9.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Sub: Production of security Prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the court of S.D.O (S)., Dacca on 26.9.59 in connection with Kotwali P. S. case No. 41(12)58.
A date for production of the above named security prisoner before the court of S. D.O. (S), Dacca has been fixed on 26.9.59.
An officer may kindly be deputed to shadow the security prisoner from Jail gate to the court and back at 10 A. M. on 26.9.59, if there is no objection in his production before the court on that day.
Sd/- 21.9.
for Superintendent,
Dacca, Central Jail.
Sd/-21.9.59
Side note: D.S.VI, Perusal pl. O/C may note for n/a pl. Sd/-22.9.59.
O/C Watch to pl. depute an officer. Sd/-DSVI, 22.9.59.
S.I. D. Hossain pl. comply, Sd/ O/C Watch. 22.9.
Seen & noted, Sd.- 22.9.59.
–
112
IB report on political activities of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
Dacca, 22 September 1959
A note on the political activities of Sk. Mujibur Rahman, B.A., son of Lutfar Rahman of Tangipara, P.S. Gopalganj, District Faridpur and of Dacca (Born-1921).
Date of arrest.
29.4.49.
18.7.49.
16.6.54.
18.10.58.
Date of release.
17.6.49.
27.2.52.
18.12.54.
Detained in Dacca
Central Jail.
ACTIVITIES
Before Independence the subject was connected with All Bengal Muslim Students League, the student front of the then Muslim League and took leading part in Muslim Students Movement.
2. After Independence he came to Dacca and joined the Law Class of the Dacca University. As a law student, in 1948, he was concerned in organising a strike of the menials of the Dacca University, for which, he was expelled from the University.
3. He was arrested in March, 1948 in connection with the State Language Movement, for violation of an order u/s 144 Cr. P. C. but was subsequently released.
4. On the formation of the Awami Muslim League by a group of the distruntled Muslim League, including Mr. H. S. Suhrawardy the subject started working against the Muslim League and became ultimately the General Secretary of the Awami Muslim League.
5. On 29.4.59, the Subject was arrested under section 18(2) of East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance for his prejudicial activities. He was released on 17.6.49. He was again arrested on 18.7.49. While in Jail, he took recourse to hunger strike. He was released on 27.2.52 on grounds of ill health.
6. In September, 1952 he attended the Peking Peace Conference as one of the delegates from East Pakistan.
7. At a meeting of the Central Committee of the E.B. Peace Committee held in November, 1952 at Dacca, the Subject was co-opted in the Central body of the Committee.
8. At a public meeting held on 10.3.53, he condoled the death of Marshal Stalin and asked the people to follow his teachings.
9. On 14.3.53 the subject along with 3 others were prosecuted under section 7(1)(3) of the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance at Dacca for not allowing the Government Reporters and Police Officers to take notes in a meeting held at the Bar Library Hall on 11.3.53 in defiance of the orders of the District Magistrate, Dacca. The Case was subsequently withdrawn.
10. On 30.5.54 the subject was arrested on a charge of instigating an unruly mob to attack the jail warders of the Dacca Central Jail and to break the jail barrack. A case u/s 147/447/427/326/332/353/109/149 P.P.C. was started and the subject was sent up for trial. But he was subsequently dischared from the Court.
11. On 16.6.54 he was re-arrested u/s 41(1) of the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance for his prejudicial activities and was detained in Dacca Central Jail till 16.12.54.
12. Addressing a public meeting held in observance of ‘May Day’ in 1954 at Narayanganj, the subject emphasised the need of organising movement by the labourers here on the line of the labour movement of Chicago in 1886. Recalling his visit to China in 1952 he made a sharp contrast between the amenities enjoyed by the Chinese labourers and the miserable plight of the labourers of East Pakistan.
13. At a public meeting held at Dacca on 29.1.56, the subject in course of his speech said that if the constitution as drafted was passed, East Bengal would be reduced to a Colony of West Pakistan. He further added “They may shoot us, put us in jails and hang us but we will never give up the interest of East Bengal”.
14. The subject was one of the delegates to attend the World Council of Peace, held at Stockholm in April, 1956.
15. In May, 1956, the subject took active part in organising the hunger march in Dacca in violation of an order u/s 144 Cr. P. C. resulting in the loss of several lives due to Police firing.
16. In an interview with the correspondent of the Morning News on 24.7.58, the subject said that he did not know how long this Karachi clique would continue and added that the people of East Pakistan wanted to be governed by Constitutional procedure and not in a dictatorial manner.
17. Addressing a public meeting on 26.9.58 at Narayanganj he said that the Muslim League and the K.S.P. were responsible for making over the interest of East Pakistan to the authorities in Karachi for giving facilities to the West Pakistani Capitalists in exploiting the people of East Pakistan.
18. Just prior to his arrest on 12.10.58, the subject was reported to have advised some of his trusted supporters to carry on whispering campaign against the present Martial Law Regime.
19. In course of interviews with officers of I.B. he was agreeable to conditional release and his attitude was found mild. But in consideration of his past activities and potentialities to commit prejudicial act endangering security of the State, he was recommended for further detention of three months.
–
113
Application of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman for his release from detention on medical ground.
Dacca, 22 September 1959
Secret
Phone No. 3844
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1301/Con. dt. 22.9.59.
To
The Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan,
Home (Special) Deptt., Dacca.
Sub: Petition from security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman praying for his release.
A petition submitted by the above named security prisoner addressed to the Governor of East Pakistan by name, praying for release, is enclosed herewith, in original, for favour of disposal.
A copy of minute dated 22.9.59 of the Civil Surgeon-cum-Medical Officer of this jail on the present state of health of the security prisoner is also attached herewith.
The security prisoner is segregated in the old civil ward of this jail as desired by the Dy. Inspr.-Genl. of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca. This is a small but well-ventilated ward having separate cook-shed, bath-room, latrines etc. There is also a small garden attached to it.
Sd/-N. Nematullah.
23.9.59.
Supdt., D.C. Jail, Dacca.
Copy of minute dated 22.9.59 of the Civil Surgeon-cum-Medical Officer, Dacca Central Jail in respect of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman.
“The blood examination for T.C. and D.C. and E.S.R. and urine examination (chemical and microscopical) of security prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman is necessary. The Dacca Medical College Hospital authorities may please be requested to collect necessary specimens of blood of the security prisoner from the Jail. Morning urine of the security prisoner may be sent to the Dacca Medical College Hospital with a letter of request for examination as above.”
Secret
Memo. No. 1303/Con., dt.24.9.59.
Copy forwarded to the Administrator, Medical College Hospital, Dacca for information and favour of sending a doctor to the Jail to collect the specimen of blood of the above named security prisoner on 26.9.59 at 10-30 A.M.
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police. I.B., E.P., Dacca is also being requested to depute an officer of his department to remain present at the time of collection of blood of the security prisoner.
It is further requested that an earliest possible date may please be fixed and intimated to this office for sending the specimen of urine of the security prisoner for necessary examination as advised by the Medical officer of this Jail.
Sd/-W.A. Chaudhury,
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Secret
Memo. No. 1303/1/Con., dated 24-9-59.
Copies forwarded to the Deputy Inspector-General of Police I.B., E.P., Dacca for information and favour of deputing an officer at the appointed time on 26.9.59 to remain present when the doctor will collect specimen of blood of the security prisoner.
Sd/-24.9
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Side note: DSVI Perusal pl. O/C Watch may note for n/a pl. Sd/-24.9.59
R.S.I. to please depute an officer. Sd/-DSVI 24.9.59
–
114
Sheikh Fazilatunnessa accompanied by relatives met political prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in Dacca Central Jail.
Dacca, 23 September 1959
Mrs. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
M.P., M.P.A
General Secretary,
EAST PAKISTAN AWAMI LEAGUE
76, 115 SEGUN BAGICHA,
RAMNA, DACCA.
Dated 23.9.59.
To
The D.I.G. (I.B.) of Police, Dacca.
Dear Sir,
I have the honour to inform you that Mrs. Asia Begum, elder sister of my husband along with her daughter has come here to see her brother. She is ill and is eager to see him.
Hence I would request you to kindly allow the following persons to see my husband at your earliest convenience on special ground.
(1) Mrs. Asia Begum: (His elder sister)
(2) Mrs. Maya: (His niece)
(3) Mr. Mominul Huq: (His brother)
(4) Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa: (His wife)
Thanking you in anticipation,
Yours faithfully.
f. nessa.
(FAZILATUN-NESSA)
Side note: Office to put up pl. Sd/-23.9.59 DS VI
Confidential
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan,
Lalbagh,
Dacca, The 25.9.1959.
No. 14937
To
N. Nematullah, Esq., B.A., B.L.,
Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail, Dacca.
Kindly allow Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa and her minor children (ii) Mrs. Asia Begum (iii) Mrs. Maya (iv) Mr. Mominul Haq (v) Mr. Abul Hussain of 76, Segun Bagicha, Dacca to have an interview with political prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman at 4. P.M. on 30.9.59 in presence of an I. B. Officer.
The party has been informed.
Sd/- DSVI 24.9.59
for Dy. Inspr. Genl. of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Memo. No. 14937/1 Dated 25.9.1959.
Copy forwarded to Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa of 76, Segun Bagicha, Dacca
for information.
Sd/-24.9.59
for Dy. Inspr. Genl. of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Ref. file No. 606/48 P.F.
As ordered I had been to D.C. Jail on 30.9.59 at 15.45 hrs. and attended a party interview held between the S. Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman and Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa & three others from 16-10 to 16-40 hrs. in presence of one of the Dy. Jailors of the said Jail. Nothing objectionable came to notice from I.B. point of view during the time of interview.
This is for favour of information.
Submitted,
Badrul Alam
S.I. I.B. Dacca.
1.10.59.
—-
115
Application for release of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman rejected after review of detention by Advisory Board.
Dacca, 24 September 1959
Minutes of the meeting of the Advisory Board held on 24.9.59.
The tenth meeting of the Advisory Board to review the cases of security prisoners detained under the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance, 1958 was held on 24.9.59. All the members of the Board were present.
The Board had already confirmed the minutes of the 9th meeting held on 19.9.59.
The Board proceeded to review the cases of the following eighteen security prisoners:-
1. Prasad Ray @ Ranu,
2. Subodh Chandra Lahiri
3. Santi Ranjan Sen Gupta
4. Bishnupada Chatterji
5. Ratan Sen Gupta
6. Amal Kanti Sen
7. Mani Krishna Sen
8. Nurul Huda Qader Baksh
9. Haji Md. Danesh
10. Shaik Mujibur Rahman
11. Shiben Mukharji
12. Badiul Alam
13. Abul Masud Chaudhuri
14. Abu Azhar Md. Abdul Hye
15. Lalit Mohan Das
16. Barindra Kumar Das
17. Saradindu Dastidar
18. Abani Ghosh.
The Board examined the records of each one of them, and arrived at the following decision:-
As regards serial Nos. 1 to 14 and 17, the Board was of opinion that the records of their political activities were highly prejudicial to the public safety and the maintenance of public order and it would be risky to recommend their release at present. The Board, therefore, recommended that they might continue to be detained under the Ordinance.
As regards serial Nos. 15 and 16, the Board considered the change in their attitude and willingness to execute bonds for their release. The Board recommended that they might be released on their giving undertakings to the satisfaction of the Govt. of East Pakistan not to indulge in prejudicial activities in inture.
As regards serial No. 18, the Board considered that in view of his changed attitude and old age, he might be released with restrictions which the Govt. of East Pakistan might deem fit to impose.
Sd/- Mr. Justice M.A. Ispahani
25.9.59.
Chairman.
1. Sd/-K.A. Huque
26.9.59.
Member.
2. Sd/-A.S.M. Ahmed
26.9.59.
Member.
3. Sd/-A.M.A. Kabir
25.9.59.
Member-Secretary.
Secret
Phones: 4231/33 & 3025
Original in File No. 100-59 (Sec.)
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan,
Lalbagh,
Dacca, the 25th September, 1959.
No. 14998
To
M. Shamsul Haq, Esqr., E.P.C.S.,
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan,
Home (Special) Deptt., Dacca.
Sub: Review of cases of security prisoners detained under the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance, 1958.
In continuation of my memo No.14715/100-59(Sec.) dated 21.9.59, I forward herewith a copy of the proceedings of the tenth meeting of the Advisory Board held on 24.9.59 to review the cases of the following eighteen security prisoners detained under the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance, 1958:-
1. Prasad Ray @ Ranu
2. Subodh Lahiri.
3. Santi Ranjan Sen Gupta.
4. Bishnu Pada Chatterji.
5. Ratan Sen Gupta.
6. Amal Kanti Sen.
7. Mani Krishna Sen.
8. Nurul Huda Qadr Baksha.
9. Haji Md. Danesh.
10. Shaik Mujibur Rahman.
11. Shiben Mukharjee.
12. Badiul Alam.
13. Abul Masud Chaudhuri.
14. Abu Azhar Md. Abdul Hye.
15. Lalit Mohan Das.
16. Barindra Kumar Das.
17. Saradendu Dastidar.
18. Abani Ghosh.
This also disposes of your Memo. No. 545-H.S. dated the 17th August, 1959.
Sd/- A. M. A. Kabir
26.9.59.
Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B.
and
Member-Secretary, Advisory Board,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
Confidential Immediate.
By Spl. Messenger
Government of East Pakistan
Home (Special) Department.
From: Mr. Shamsul Haq, Esqr., E. P. C. S.,
To; Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan. : The Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 664 -H.S., dated Dacca, the 26th Sept., 1959.
Subject: Detention of Security prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman under the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance, 1958.
………………
A signed Order (in triplicate) on the subject noted above and one communication (in triplicate) of grounds of detention under section 19 of the Ordinance are forwarded herewith. You are requested to serve the same on the security prisoner concerned on the date preceding the date of expiry of the previous detention order by delivering one copy and return a receipted copy to Government duly.
2. You are also requested to forward to Government representation, if any, made by the security prisoner, as soon as possible.
Sd/-M.S. Haq-
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
No. 664/1(4) H. S.
Copy with copies of the enclosures forwarded for information to the-
(1) Inspector-General of Prisons, East Pakistan, Dacca.
(2) Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan, Dacca.
(3) District Magistrate, Dacca.
(4) Deputy Director Intelligence Bureau, Government of Pakistan, Dacca.
Dacca,
The 26th Sept./1959.
Sd/-
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
Secret
No. 15820 dt. 8.10.59/ 606-48 PF(E)
Copy, with a copy of the Govt. order forwarded to Addl. S.P. D.I.B Dacca for information.
Sd/-3.10.59.
DSVI
Government of East Pakistan
Order No. 663 – HS.,
Home (Special) Department.
Dated Dacca, the 26th September, 1959.
Whereas the person known as Sk. Mujibur Rahman S/o Sk. Lutfar Rahman of Tangipara, P.S. Gopalganj, District Faridpur and of Dacca is detained in the Dacca Central Jail under Order No. 344-H.S., dated the 7th April, 1959.
And whereas having considered the materials against the said person the Governor is satisfied that, with a view to preventing the said person from acting in any manner prejudicial to the Public Safety and the maintenance of public order, it is necessary to make the following order for the purpose of continuing his detention:-
Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by clause (a) of Sub- Section (I) of Section 17 of the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance, 1958, (Ordinance No. LXXVIII) the Governor is pleased to direct-
(a) that the said person shall, subject to the provisions of Section 18 of the said Ordinance be detained until further orders;
(b) that subject to the provisions of clause (a) of this paragraph the said person shall until further orders continue to be detained in the Dacca Central Jail and (c) that during such detention the said persons shall be subject to the conditions laid down in the East Pakistan State Prisoner Rules, 1956.
By order of the Governor,
Sd/- M.S. Huq.
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
….(missing from original document due to page damage) grounds of order and detention under section of the East Pakistan Public Sefety Ordinance, 1958 (East Pakistan Ordinance No. LXXVIII of 1958)….
In pursuance of section 19 of the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordingnce, 1958 (East Pakistan Ordinace No. LXXVIII of 1958), you Maulvi Sk. Mujibur Rahman, son of Sk. Lutfar Rahman of Tangpara, P. Gopalganj, Dist. Faridpur and of Dacca, at present detained in the Dacca Central Jail under Order No. 663-HS., dated the 26th September 1959 made under clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 17 of the said ordinance are hereby informed that your detention has been con dered necessary on the following grounds :-
1. That you have been and are associated with the illegal activities of a secret association in the districts of Dacca, Farid and some other districts of East Pakistan the object of which is to overthrow the Govt. of East Pakistan by violent means and that during the years 1947 (after partition), 1948 and 1949 you were concerned in judicial acts in the districts of Dacca, Faridpur, Pabna and Bakerganj with the intention of creating disaffection amongst the students and Muslim masses against the Govt. of East Pakistan. For your such prejudicial activities you were made a security prisoner in April, 1949. But after your release on 27.2.53 you reverted to disruptive activitities throughout East Pakistan particularly in the districts of Dacca and Faridpur during 1952-1953 and 1954 (till your arrest on 16.6.54). You along with some anti-Pakistani elements indulged in prejudicial activities amongst the students and Muslim masses and incited them again the Government of East Pakistan on various issues with a view to subvert the Government of East Fakistan by creating disorder and lawlessness in the province, and after your releasce from security detention Februray, 1955, you again reverted to your former prejudicial activities in the aforementioned places particularly in the months of August and October, 1955, January and May, 1956, June, July and August, September & October, 1958 (till your arrest on 12.10.58) with the ulterior object.
1. Furnishing of any more facts and particulars than those given above would be against public interest.
2. That all your activities mentioned above threaten and are likely to endanger the existence of public order and safety of the province.
3. You are further informed that you have a right to make a representation in writing to the Govt. of East Pakistan against the order of detention made against you, and should you wish to do so you should send the representation to the undersigned through the Superintendent of the Dacca Central Jail, where you are at present detained.
By order of the Governor,
Sd/-M.S.Huq.
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan,
Home (Special) Deptt., Dacca.
D.I.G.’s order at N.S.P. XXXVII of file no. 100-59 (sec.)
The next meeting of the Advisory Board will be held on Saturday the 7th November, 1959 at 09.30 hrs. at the Chairman’s residence, No. 50, Narinda Road, DACCA. Please inform this other 2 members.
The chairman would like in future the following particulars to be noted in the precis drawn up. Please include them as far as available in our records in the precis now under preparation.
1. What about his parents or near relations.
2. What was his ostensible means of livelihood before his arrest?
3. Was he connected with c.t. of West Bengal or India? Has he got a passport? Has he also got an Indian passport?
4. Board’s pervious recommendation?
5. Landed properties; if any?
Please in the meantime proceed to collect the above particulars for cases where these are not available on our records.
Please go through the lists of Security Prisoners. Mr. Justice Aziz would not be available during the second half of December, 1959. Therefore, all cases which are to be considered in the month of December should be put up before the Board during the 1st week of December next.
Sd/-2.11.59
D.I.G, I.B.
Side note: Office Please put up on the P.F. of Sk. Mujibur Rahman, Security Prisoner. Sd/-DS 3.11
—
116
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was given treatment for tooth ailment. He was also suffering from chronic Dysentery and Rheumatism.
Dacca, 26 September 1959
Phone No. 4231/61
Secret/Express
No. 14997 dt. 26.9.
Suptd. D.C. Jail, Dacca.
It is reported that S. Pr. Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman is suffering from tooth trouble.
I would, therefore, request you to give him best possible treatment and also to report if he has got any other complaints about his health.
Sd/-26.9.59
for D.I.G., I.B
Side note: At once pl. Issue 26.9.
DSVI Reference your verbal order. Draft for approval pl. Sd/-26.9.
Copy of minute dated 22.9.59 of the Civil Surgeon-cum-Medical Officer, Dacca Central Jail in respect of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman.
“Security prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman is suffering now and then from some minor complaints like chronic dysentery, chronic Rheumatism and tooth-ache. He has been receiving treatment for his complaints. His weight on admission into this Jail as security prisoner was 156 lbs and his present weight is 155 lbs. His general health is fair.
Secret
Memo. No 1325/Con., dt. 26.9.59.
Copy forwarded to the Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca for information.
Sd/-
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Sd/-26.9
——
File no. 606-48 P.F.
I had been to Dacca Central Jail on 26.9.59 to remain present at the time of taking blood of security prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman by a medical officer of Medical college, Dacca but no medical officer turned up for the purpose and the blood was not taken.
The security prisoner who was also suffering for acute teeth trouble was attended by a dentist for the treatment of his teeth in my presence as arranged by the jail authority. Nothing objectionable took place at the time of treatment.
Sd/-28.9.59.
Immediate
By Spl. Messenger
Copy of minute dated 26.9.59 of the Civil Surgeon-cum-Medical Officer, Dacca Central Jail in respect of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman.
….
“Security prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman is suffering from acute tooth-ache (upper left wisdom). He may please be examined by the Jail Dentist immediately for examination and advice. The medicines given to the prisoner so far have not given any appreciable relief of his pain.”
Secret.
Memo. No. 1330/Con., dated 28.9.59.
Copy forwarded to the Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I. B., E.P., Dacca for information with reference to his Memo. No. 14997., dated 26-9-59. A.M.
Dr. A. Hossain, Dental Surgeon, attended the security-prisoner on 26-9-59 at 11
Further treatment as recommended by the Medical Officer of this Jail will be given to the security prisoner.
Sd/-28.9.59
Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Seceret
Phone No. 3844.
Sd/-28.9.59
Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1333/Con., dt. 28.9.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of police I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Sub. Dental treatment of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman.
Ref. This office Memo. No. 1330/Con., dated 28-9-59 and my telephonic talk with Mr. Mainuddin, Special Superintendent of police, I.B.,E.P., Dacca.
Security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman will be sent to the chamber of Dr. M.S. Ali, Dental Surgeon, Nawabpur this afternoon.
Kindly depute an officer to shadow the Security prisoner from the Jail gate at 3 P.M. today to the chamber of the Dental Surgeon and back.
Sd/- 28.9.59
Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Side note: DSVI Perusal pl. O/C Watch may note pl. Sd/-28.9
Seen. An officer from watch section has already been deputed. Sd/-DSV, 28.9.59
Immediate
East Bengal From No.45.
TELEPHONE MESSAGE
Handed in at 13.25 hrs. A.M./P.M. Date 29.9.59.
Received at 13.20 hrs. A.M./P.M.
words
From: Supdt. Addresses (if given) Dacca Central Jail
To: D.I.G. I.B. Dacca..
Security prisoner Sk. Mujibar Rahman will be sent to doctor M.S. Ali, Dental surgeon at 173, Nawabpur Road today at 3.30 P. M. for treatment.
An 1. B. officer may kindly be deputed to shadowed the S.Prs from D. C. Jail to above address and back to Jail.
Sd/-29.9.
606-48 PF(Sec.) Loose
DSVI
Perusal pl. of the telephone message below. O.C. Watch may pl. depute 1.B. officer immediately to shadow the S. Pr. Sd/-29.9.59.
Seen. This has already been done. Sd/- DS VI, 29.9.59.
To
The O/C., Watch, I. B.,E.P., Dacca.
Sir,
I beg to report that on 28.9.59 at 14.00 hrs. I have been detailed at D.C. Jail gate for shadowing the S. Pr. Mr. Sk. Majibor Rahman. At 15.00 hrs. the said S. Pr. left D.C. Jail gate with proper gail warder escort party and went to 173, Nawabpur Rd.- Chamber of Doctor M. S. Ali. Dentist at 15.30 hrs. the tooth of S. Pr. examined by the said Doctor and found the S. Pr. have been suffering by the tooth-caries and he advised him to attend 4 to 6 sitting beginning from 29.9.59. The Prescription is attached herewith. At 17.30 hrs. the S. Pr. left 173, Nawabpur Road for D. C. Jail under proper Jail Warder escort party by baby taxi. During my shadowing period nothing unusual to report.
This is for your kind information.
Submitted
Sd/-Golam Solaiman,
A.S.I., Police, I.B. Watch Section,
Dacca.
Dt. 29.9.59.
S.S. (2)
For kind perusal. I have asked O/C, Watch to depute an officer daily to shadow the Sr. Pr. from Jail to the chamber of Dr. M. S. Ali & back.
Sd/-N.M. Biswas
D.S.VI.
29.9.59.
Sd/- Moinuddin.
Dr. M.S. Ali, L. D. Sc.,
Dental Surgeon.
Phone DA 2422.
173, Nawabpur Road,
DACCA -1.
Dated 28.9.1959.
Mr. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
1. Caries in the left upper 3rd molar (Wisdom tooth)
2. Nerve treatment cum filling is advised.
3. 4 to 6 sittings may be necessary to complete the treatment.
4. Next sitting at 4 p. m. on Tuesday the 29th Sept., 59.
5. Total charges for the treatment of this tooth will be Rs. 30/-
Sd/-M.S. Ali.
Side note: D.S. VI may pl. see. Sd/-O/C., watch, 29.9
Keep in file pl. Sd/- N.M. Biswas. 29.9
Immediate
East Bengal From No.45.
TELEPHONE MESSAGE
Handed in at. A.M./P.M. Date 1.10. 59
Received at. 13.00 hrs. A.M./P.M.
words
From: Supdt. Central Jail Dacca. Addresses/(if given)
To: D.I.G I. B. Lalbagh Dacca.
Security Prisoner Mr. Sk. Majibur Rahman is to be sent to the Cember of Dentist Dr. M. S Ali at Nawabpur today (1.10.59). One officer may kindly be deputed at 3.P.M. today to shadow the prisoner from Jail gate to the Dentist & back. (Immediate),Sd/-1.10.59
Side note: Seen. Sd/-O/C Watch. 1.10
DSVI Perusal pl. O/c watch may note pl. Sd/-1.10.59
Arrangement has already been made. O/C Watch may please see.
Sd/-DSVI 1/X/59.
Sir, Seen. Delowar Hosain, Sl. 1/X
S. Pr. Majibur Rahman of Dacca Central Jail.
O/C., Watch.
As ordered I had been to Dacca Central Jail on 1.X.59 in order to escort the said prisoner to 173, Nawabpur Rd. at the chamber of Dr. M. S. Ali (Dentist). At about 16.00 hrs., left Dacca Jail with proper escort by a hackney carriage No. 42 & reached at Nawabpur Rd. at about 16.20 hrs. & did secret duty there. None was seen to visit with the above Subject. At about 16.45 hrs. left the above place by the said carriage and arrived at Dacca Jail at 17.5 hrs. and made over the subject to the Jail authority. The doctor advised the subject to appear before him on 5.X.59 at 16.00 hrs.
Submitted.
Sd/- Delwar Hossain.
S.I. 2/X.
S.I. D. Hossain to attend pl. on 5.10.59. Sd/- for O/C., Watch. 3.10.
Seen
Sd/-D. Hossain. 3.10
Side note: D.S.VI may pl. See. Ext. may go in subject’s P. F. Sd/- O/C., Watch. 2/10.
Seen. O/C., Watch to please send an Officer on 5/X/59 to shadow the S. Pr. as usual.
S.S(2) may kindly see. Sd/-N.M. Biswas. 2.X.59.
Seen. Sd/-Moinuddin, 2.10.59
Immediate
By Spl. Messenger
Secret
Phone No. 3844.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo, No. 1358/ Con., Dated 4.10.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I. B., E. P., Dacca.
Security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman is to be sent to the Chamber of
Dental Surgeon Dr. M. S. Ali at Nawabpur at 3-30 P.M. on 5-10-59.
An officer may kindly be deputed to shadow him from the jail gate at 3-15 P. M. tomorrow to the Chamber of the Dentist and back.
Sd/-4.10.59
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Side note: DSVI Perusal pl. O/C Watch may note pl. Sd/-5.10 O/C Watch to please depute an officer. Sd/-DSVI, 5.X.59.
Seen. Sd/-5.X.
S/Pr. Sk. Majibar Rahman of Dacca Central Jail.
O/C Watch
As ordered I had been to Dacca Central Jail in order to escort the said prisoner to 173, Nawabpur Rd. at the chamber of Dr. M. S. Ali ( Detntist). At about 15.55 hrs. left Dacca jail with proper escort by a hackney carriage No. 41 & reached at Nawabpur Rd. at about 16.15 hrs. & did secret duty there. None was seen to visit with the above subject. At about 16.40 hrs. left the said place by the said carriage & arrived at D.C. Jail at about 16.55 hrs. & made over the subject to the jail authority. The Doctor advised the subject to appear before him on 7.X.59 at 16.00 hrs.
Submitted,
Delwar Hossain.
S.I. I.B.
6/X.
Side note: (1) DSVI may pl. See.
(2) S.1. Hossain to escort the S. Pr. on 7.X.59. pl. & report.
Sd/-O/C Watch, 6/10.
Seen. Sd/-DSVI, 6/X/59.
Immediate
By Spl Messenger.
Secret
Phone No. 3844.
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No.1380 /Con., dated 6.10.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I. B., E. P., Dacca.
Security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman is to be sent to the chamber of the
Dentist at Nawabpur at 4 P.M. on 7-10-59.
An officer may kindly be deputed to shadow him from the Jail gate at 3-30 P. M to the chamber of the Dentist and back tomorrow (7-10-59).
At Once.
Sd/-7.10 for Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Side note:
DSVI Perusal pl. O/C Watch may note pl. Sd/-7.10.59
O/C. Watch to pl. depute an officer. Sd/-DSVI. 7.X.59. Sir, Seen & noted.
Sd/-7.X.
S.Pr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman of Dacca Central Jail.
O/C., Watch.,
As ordered I had been to Dacca Central Jail on 7.X.59 in order to shadow the said subject to 173, Nawabpur Rd. at the chamber of Dr. M.S. Ali (Dentist). At about 16.15 hrs. left Dacca Jail with proper escort by a hackney carriage No. 52 and reached Nawabpur Rd. at about 16.40 hrs. & did secret duty there. At about 17.15 hrs. left Nawabpur Rd. by the said carriage and arrived D.C. Jail at about 17.30 hrs. and made over the subject to the Jail authority. No suspect or suspicious person was seen to visit with the above subject during my duth period.
The doctor advised the subject to appear him at 16.00 hrs. on 21.X.59.
Submitted
Sd/- Delwar Hossain
S.I.8.X.59.
Side note: 1) D.S. VI may pl. see. Ext. to P.F.
2) S.I. D. Hossain pl. escort the S.Pr. on 21.X.59. Sd/-O/C., Watch, 8.10.
S.S. (2) may kindly see. The next date of appearance on 21.x.59.
Sd/-N.M. Biswas. D.S. VI. 8.10.59, Sd/- Moinuddin, 8.10.59.
Secret
Phone No. 3844.
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1415/Con., dated 11.10.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector- General of Police, I. B., E. P., Dacca.
Security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman is to be sent to the Chamber of Dental Surgeon at Nawabpur on 21.10.59.
An officer may kindly be deputed to shadow the security prisoner from the Jail gate at 3-30 P.M. on 21-10-59 to the Chamber of the Dentist and back.
Sd/-for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Sd/-11.10.59
Side note:
DSVI Perusal pl. O/C watch may note pl. Sd/-13.10.59
O/C Watch to please depute an officer. Sd/- DSVI 13.X.59.
Seen. Sd/- O/C watch, 13.10
Shadowing report of S.Pr. Shaikh Mujibur Rahman from D.C. Jail gate to Nawabpur Rd. and back on 21.10.59.
To
The O/C., Watch, I.B., E.P.
Sir,
As per order I was on secret watch duty for shadow the noted S.Pr. At about 15.30 hrs. the Jail authority hand over the subject to Police escort party. The left Jail gate by Hackney carriage for chamber of Dental Surgeon Nawabpur Rd.
At about 15.10 hrs. the subject reached Nawabpur Rd. chamber of Mr. M. S. Ali (Dental Surgeon) under proper Police Guard being shadowed by me.
At about 16.40 hrs. the subject left Doctor’s chamber and retd. to D.C. Jail under proper police guard also shadowed by me. The escort party made over the subject to the Jail authority at about 17.00 hrs.
No unauthorised persons were seen to met with the subject except the Dental Surgeon Mr. M.S. Ali and nothing found to smuggle to the S.Pr. by anybody in the chamber or in journey.
Submitted
Sd/-A.S.I. I.B. Dacca.
22.X.59
Side note:
D.S. VI may pl. see. Ext. may go in P.F. Sd/- O/C., Watch, 22.10.
Seen. Sd/-N.M. Biswas, 22.X.
–
117
Sheikh Fazilatunnessa wife of security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman applied for her husband’s release to take care of family and ailing parents.
Dacca, 26 September 1959
76, Segunbagicha
(1st floor),
P.O. Ramna,
Dacca.
September 26, 1959.
To
The Governor of East Pakistan, Government House, Dacca.
Dear Sir,
My husband, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, has been detained in Dacca Central Jail since October 12, 1958. Since his detention I have been facing all sorts of financial and other difficulties with my 4 school going children who are having their education at Dacca City. As an M. P. and M.P.A. he used to draw Rs. 600/- per month and as a chairman of the Pakistan Tea Board he was allowed free accommodation, free car etc. Since his detention we have been deprived of all the above benefits of income. I am now practically surviving from the occasional help of my nearest relations and gradually this sort of help is diminishing. I apprehend, if at this stage I leave Dacca City, the education of my children will be spoiled.
Besides his old parents have been put to untold mental sufferings due to the detention of their son. Moreover his 75 years old mother is in dying condition at the native place and she is very anxious to see her son as she is expecting her last breath at any time.
Under the circumstances stated above, I request you to kindly release my husband, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, in order to enable him to see his old mother and to take care of his family who are in helpless conditions due to his absence.
Page:451
For this act of your kindness I shall remain ever grateful to you.
Yours faithfully,
Sd/- F. Nessa.
(Fazilatunnessa)
W/O. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Side note: Secy. I have asked D.I.G., I.B. for a report which may be awaited. Sd/-Z.A. 26.9
I discussed this with C.S.
Pl. put up in file which has been referred to D.I.G. I.B. Sd/-A.Q. Ansari, 2.10.59
–
118
Court ordered production of security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman before SDO, Dacca South Court on 28.9.1959.
Dacca, 26 September 1959
Secret
Phone No. 3844.
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1317/Con., dated 26.9.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of police, I. B., E. P., Dacca.
Sub. Production of Sec. Prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the court of S.D.O. (S), Dacca in connection with Ramna P.S Case No. 115., dated 29.7.59 u/s. 409/109 P. P. C.
A date for production of the above named security prisoner before the court of S. D. O. (S)., Dacca has been fixed on 28.9.59.
An officer may kindly be deputed to shadow the security prisoner from Jail gate at 10 A.M. on 28.9.59 to the court and back, if there is no objection in his production before the court on that day.
Sd-26.9
for Superintendent,
Dacca, Central Jail.
Side note: DSVI Perusal Pl. O/C watch may note pl. Sd/-26.9
S.I. N.H. Chaudhuri pl. escort the S.Pr. & report. Sd/-26.59, O/C Watch
–
119
Examination of witnesses in the case against Sheikh Mujibur Rahman did not take place because of his absence on medical ground.
Dacca, 27 September 1959
Pak – Observer dt. 27.9.59
Mujib’s Case
EXAMINATION OF WITNESSES NEXT MONTH
By our Court Correspondent
Examination of witnesses in the case against Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, formerly a Provincial Minister could not take place yesterday (Saturday) due to the absence of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman on medical grounds.
Mr. K. M. Rahman, Magistrate First Class, Dacca fixed last week of October for examination of all the prosecution Witnesses.
Mr. Naziruddin Ahmed, Senior Advocate, Supreme Court appears for the State while Mr. Zahiruddin, Pleader appears for the defence.
Side note: Seen. Keep it in P. F. Sd/-DSVI, 8.10.59
P. Ws. In Mujib’s Case To Be Examined Next Month
Examination, of witnesses in the case against Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, formerly a Minister for Commerce and Industries, Government of East Pakistan, could not take place yesterday because of his absence on medical ground.
Mr. K. M. Rahman Magistrate, First Class, Dacca, fixed last week of October
for examination of all the prosecution witnesses.
Side note: Seen. Keep in file pl. Sd/-29.9.59 DSVI
–
120
Report on interview between Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and IB Inspector at Dacca Central Jail wherein he stated that he was detained for about a year and kept segregated in solitary confinement. He had been suffering from different diseases. He was eager to be released but refused to sign bond.
Dacca, 28 September 1959
Secret
Re-Interview with S. Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman detained in Dacca Central Jail.
[I interviewed the above noted subject on 26.9.59 in the local Central Jail, as ordered. The subject in course of talks stated that he had been detained for about a year and kept in segregation, which according to him was nothing but solitary confinement. As a result, he had been a victim to all sorts of ailments viz. Dental trouble, Blood desentery, Rheumatism etc.
As regards him release by furnishing a bond, he stated that he never indulged in any anti-state activities, nor he had any connection with subversive elements. He emphatically asserted that he was deadly opposed to communism and had no faith in leftist beliefs. He repressed to the formation of the N. A. P. and said that it was at his instance the leftist elements were purged out from the Awami League. He further said that in view of the above, how he could furnish a bond for his release, which according to him would be his indirect admission of his complicity with the subversive elements including the communists.
As regards his participation in politics in future he gave out that when the political parties were all banned and the E.B.D.O. was being promulgated in the country, it could be sheer foolishness on his part to take up again politics as his career.
He however expressed that since he was not keeping good health he should be released. The Govt. according to him might impose any restriction on him and he would abide by those conditions as a loyal citizen.
His attitude was found to be mild and it appeared from his talks that he was eager for his release.]
Submitted,
Sd/- Sayedur Rahman Chowdhury
Inspr. I.B.
28.9.59.
Phone No. 4231/61
Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan,
Lalbagh,
Dacca, the 29th September, 1959,
Memo. No. 15105/606-48 P.F. (E).
From: A. M. A. Kabir, Esq., P.S.P.,
Dy. Inspr. -Genl. of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
To: A. Q. Ansari, Esqr.,
Secretary to the Govt. of East Pakistan,
Home Department, Dacca.
During an interview by an officer of this department with security prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman at Dacca Central Jail, on 26.9.59 the security prisoner complained that he had been kept in segregation since his arrest and as a result he had been a victim to various ailments viz. Blood Dysentery, Rheumatism, Dental troubles etc.
In the circumstances, Government may kindly consider if the subject can be removed from segregation, by placing the following security prisoners in his ward which has accommodation for more than 3 persons:-
(1) A.A.M. Abdul Hai of Faridpur.
(2) A.N.M. Shahidullah of Noakhali.
(Moinuddin)
for Dy. Inspr. Genl. of Police, I.B.,
East Pakistan, Dacca.
–
121
Report on interview between security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and two officers of Special Police Establishment, Dacca.
Dacca, 30 September 1959
Secret
Ref. order to interview with Sk. Mujibar Rahman S.Pr. at D.C. Jail
on 30.9.59.
As ordered I attended the interview of Mr. S.A. Hosain Dy. S.P. and Sajjad Karim P.I. of the Special Police Establishment, Dacca with Security Prisoner Shaikh Mujibar Rahman which was held at the Dacca Central Jail on 30.9.59 between 14.45 to 15.20 hrs. in presence of the Dy. Jailor, Dacca.
In course of interviewed the above mentioned officer put questions to S. Pr. Sk. Majiber Rahman as to whether he received the amount of Rs. 10.000/- and Rs. 20.000/- in October and December 1957 through Bank from Karachi. In reply S. Pr. Sk. M. Rahaman admitted that he received the above money from Captain Rustam Sohrabji of Karachi who was the Vice President of the Karachi Awami League. So far he remembered he said, he received the money through Bank to meet the expenses of the Bye-Election there being held in East Pakistan.
He added that as the individual was his party man he received the money and speech for party work. The account of the said money might be in the Account Books which have been sized by the Police. He further said that he never took any money from any outsider. He admitted that there might be some irregularities in his work during his office as minister in the Provincial Govt. but they were without any intention and motive.
Submitted,
Md. Aminullah 11
S.I I.B Dacca.
30.9.59
Side note: Ref. File No. 606-48 P.F
Office, Place in file pl. Sd/- DSVI 1/X/59
INTELLIGENCE BRANCH, EAST BENGAL Lalbagh,
Dacca, the 30th September 1959.
To
The Superintendent,
Dacca Center Jail.
Kindly allow (1) Mr. S.A. Hussain, Dy. S.P. (2) Mr. Sajjad Karim, P.I. of Special Police & (3) Md. Aminullah of this department to have an interview with security prisoner Mvi. Sk. Mujibur Rahman, now detained in your Jail for the purpose of investigation.
Sd/- 30.9.59.
for Dy. Inspr. Genl. of Police. I.B.,
East Bengal, Dacca.
Side note: Office, Pl. place in his P. F. Sd/- 30.9.59
–
122
Sheikh Fazilatunnessa met security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman accompanied by their children and cousin at Dacca
Central Jail.
Dacca, 5 October 1959
To
The D.I.G I.B. East Pakistan
Through the Superintendent Central Jail, Dacca.
5.10.59.
Sir,
I want to have an interview with my wife Mrs. Fazilotun Nesa, my four minor children and my cousin Mr. Mominul Huque.
I will be glad if you kindly grant the interview and arrange to inform them in 76 Segun Bagicha, Dacca in time.
Yours faithfully,
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Security Prisoner
Central Jail, Dacca.
5.10.59
Phone No. 3844
Secret
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT, DACCA CENTRAL JAIL.
Memo. No. 1393/Con. Dated 8.10.59.
To
The Dy. Inspector General of Police, I.B., East Pakistan, Dacca.
Sending herewith five petition of security prisoner Mr. Santosh Gupta and 5 others named below for favour of disposal.
1) Mr. Santosh Gupta-1
2)Dewan Mahbubali-2
3)S.K. Mujibur Rahman-1
4)Abdul Halim-1
5)Abdus Salim-1
6)Md. Sultan -1
Sd/-
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Phone No. 4231/61
Confidential/Immediate
No. 16134 dt. 13.10.
Suptd. D.C. Jail.
Kindly allow Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa with her minor children & (ii) Mr. Mominul Haq of 76 Segun Bagicha, Dacca to have an interview with S. Pr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman on 14.10.59 at 4P.M. in presence of an I.B. officer.
The party has been informed.
Sd/-
for D.I.G. I.B.,
No. 16134/1 dt. 13.10.59
Copy forwarded to Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa of 76, Segun Bagicha for information.
Sd/-13.x
for D.I.G. I.B.
I had been to Dacca Central Jail and attended party interview held between S. Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman and his wife Mrs. Fazilutun Nessa with her 4 minor children (2 sons & 2 daughters) and Mr. Mominul Haq of 76 Segun Bagicha on 14.10.59.
The discussion centred round their home and personal affairs. Nothing objectionable took place at the time of interview. The Dy. Jailor, Security Section, Dacca Central Jail was present at the time of interview.
Sd/ S.I.
15.10.59.
–
123
Report of detention order served on Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
Dacca, 6 October 1959
Secret
Phone No. 3844.
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN.
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1376/ Con., date 6-10-59.
To
The Assistant Secretary to the Government of East Pakistan,
Home (Special) Department, Dacca.
Sub: Detention of security prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman under the East Pakistan public safety ordinance, 1958.
I am to report for the information of Government that the detention order and the communication of grounds of detention received with Memo. No. 664- H. S, dated 26-9-59 were served on the above named security prisoner on 5-10-59.
A served copy of each of the detention order and the communication of grounds of detention is enclosed herewith as desired.
Sd/-N. Nematullah.
Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Secret
Memo No. 1376/3/Con. Dated 6-10-59.
Copy forwarded for information to:-
1. The Inspector -General of prisons, E. P., Dacca.
2. The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
3. The Superintendent of Police, D.I.B., Dacca.
Sd/-6.10.59
Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
–
124
Report on interview between security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and IB officer at Dacca Central Jail.
Dacca, 9 October 1959
Secret
S.S.II/D.S. (6)
Sir,
[ I have the honour to report that as ordered I interviewed with Security Prisoner Sk. MUJIBUR RAHMAN at the Dacca Central Jail, this morning.
The Security Prisoner gave out that his tooth trouble is better now and he will go to Dr. M.S. Ali for final check on 21.10.59. He added that besides the tooth trouble, he is also suffering from gout and gastric pain, for which he is passing restless time in the Jail. He is feeling more sickly for his family’s troubles. He is worried for his children and parents.
He also complained for his segregation, as a result he is unable to take part in any sort of indoor game and passing his time in reading books. He added that segregation is the main cause for his various ailments.
The Security Prisoner further complained of inadequate diet. He gets Rs. 2/= per day for the same. It is very difficult to arrange his meals, tea etc. within Rs. 2/=. The fuel is also to be purchased from the same amount, he added.
As regards his willingness to execute a bond for his release, as reported previously, the security prisoner stated that the officer must have misunderstood him. He was never willing to execute any bond for his release. Because, in his opinion, such bond would mean that he had indulged in such subversive activities and it would also reflect on him, so far his social position is concerned.
He added that he had informed the Chief Secy. and the Governor of East Pakistan in his petition addressed to them that he was not a communist and was never connected with any subversive activities. He would not indulge in any political work so long politics was banned in the country and he would respect the law of the land. If necessary he can assure of the above points to the Govt. in a letter form. But he will not execute any bond or undertaking.
The security prisoner looked hale and hearty. His attitude did not appear to be stiff.
Y.O.S
Sd./- Inspr. 1.B
9. x. 59]
Side note: Office, Put up on file pl. Sd/- 9.X.59.
–
125
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was produced before SDO, South Court
Dacca on 15.10.1959.
Dacca, 11 October 1959
By Spl. Messenger
Secret
Phone No. 3844
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1412/Con., dated. 11.10.59.
Immediate
To
The Deputy Inspector- General of Police, I.B., E. P., Dacca.
Security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman is to be produced before the court of S.D.O. (S), Dacca on 15-10-59 in connection with Ramna P.S. case No. 4 (2) 59.
An officer may kindly be deputed to shadow the security prisoner from the Jail gate at 10 A.M. on 15-10-59 to the court and back if there is no objection to produce the security prisoner before the court on that day.
Sd/-
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Side note: DSVI Perusal pl. O/C Watch may note pl. Sd/-13.10.59
O/C Watch to please depute a w/c for the purpose. Sd/- DSVI 13.X.59.
Seen. Sd/-13/10 O/C Watch
To
The O/C., Watch, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Sir,
As per order, I was on secret watch duty at D.C. Jail gate to shadow the S.Pr. Shik Mujibar Rahman. At about 11.35 hrs. the said S.Pr. left D.C. Jail for Court by prisoner van under proper police guard. I shadowed him up to Court and back.
No unauthorised persons were seen to meet with the S.Pr. except his Pleader Zahiruddin. The S.Pr. spoke with his Pleader reg. his case and bail. At about 14.45 hrs. the subject left Court and return to D.C. Jail by said prisoner van under proper Police guard also shadowed by me and nothing found to smuggle anything to him by anybody in the court or in the journey.
Submitted.
Sd/-A.S.I., I.B.
Dacca. 16.10.59.
Side note: D.S. VI may Pl. see. Ext. may go in subject’s P.F. Sd/-O/C., Watch.16.10.
Seen. Sd/-N.M. Biswas. D.S. VI. 19.10.
Noted. Sd/20.10.
…
126
Court ordered production of security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman before 1st Class Magistrate, Dacca on 28.10.1959.
Dacca, 18 October 1959
Secret
Phone No. 3844.
To
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Supdt., Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1465 /Con., dated 18.10.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
A date for production of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the court of Mr. K.M. Rahman, Magistrate 1st Class, Dacca has been fixed on 28.10.59 in connection with Kotwali P.S. case No. 41(12)58.
An officer may kindly be deputed to shadow the prisoner from the Jail gate at 10 A.M. on 28.10.59 to the court and back, if there is no objection to produce the prisoner before the court on that day.
Sd/-18/10
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Side note: DS VI Perusal pl. O/C Watch may note pl. Sd/-20.10
Yes pl. Sd/-DS VI, 20/X
Seen. Sd/-O/C Watch, 21.10
–
127
Security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was medically unfit for production before court in connection with Ramna PS case.
Dacca, 18 October 1959
Secret
Phone No. 3844
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1464/Con., dated 18.10.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Security prisoner Mr. S. Mujibur Rahman is to be produced before the court of S.D.O.(S)., Dacca on 24-10-59 in connection with Ramna P.S. case No. 3(2)59.
An officer may kindly be deputed to shadow the prisoner from the Jail gate at 10 A.M. on 24-10-59 to the court and back, if there is no objection to produce him before the court on that day.
Sd/-18.10
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Side note: DS VI Perusal pl. O/C Watch may note pl. Sd/-20.10
Yes pl. Sd/-DS VI, 20.X
Seen. Sd/-O/C Watch, 21.10
Reg. Sk. Mujibar Rahman (SPr.)
To
The O/C., Watch, I.B., E.P.
Sir,
As per order I attended D.C. Jail gate to shadow the S.Pr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman. At about 12.00 hrs. it is learnt from Jail authority that the noted S.Pr. has been medically unfit by the doctor to attend court on 24.10.59 (to-day).
Submitted,
Sd/- M.M.Z. Haque.
A.S.I., I.B.
25.X.59.
Side note: D.S.VI may pl. see. Ext. to P.F. Sd/- O/C., Watch 26.10.
Seen. Sd/-N.M. Biswas. 26.X.59.
–
128
Security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman produced before court on 27.10.1959 and 28.10.1959.
Dacca, 18 October 1959
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Supdt., Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1462/ Con., dated 18.10.59.
Secret
Phone No. 3844
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Prisons, E.P., Dacca.
A date for production of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the court of S.D.O. (S)., Dacca has been fixed on 27-10-59 in connection with Ramna P.S. case No. 115., dated 29-7-59.
An officer may kindly be deputed to shadow the prisoner from the Jail gate at 10 A.M. on 27-10-59 to the court and back, if there is no objection to produce the prisoner before the court on that day.
Sd/-18.10
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Side note: DS VI Perusal pl. O/C watch may note pl. Sd/-21.10
O/C watch to pl. depute officer. DS VI 21.X.59
..
East Bengal From No. 45.
TELEPHONE MESSAGE
From: Superintendent of Dacca Central Jail. Addresses/(if given)
To: D.I.G. IB. Dacca.
Security Pris. Mr. Sk. Mozibur Rahman was produced before the Court today (28.X.59) and next date for his production before the Court has been fixt tomorrow (29.X.59) at 10.00 hrs. positively. An officer may kindly be deputed to shadow the said Security Pris. from the Jail gate at 09.30 AM tomorrow (29.X.59) to court and back urgently.
Side note: O/C, watch for n/a please. Sd/-28.10.59
Seen & noted. Sd/-O/C Watch, 29.10
–
Shadowing report of S.Pr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman from D.C. Jail to Dacca Sadar Court and back (dt. 28.10.59).
To
The O/C., Watch, I.B., Dacca.
Sir,
As per order I attended D.C. Jail gate to shadow the noted S.Pr. At about 12.30 hrs. the Jail authority hand over the S.Pr. to escort party and left Jail gate for Court by Prisoner Van under proper Police guard and reached court at about 12.50 hrs. At about 15.30 hrs. the noted S.Pr. appeared before Magistrate. At about 16.15 hrs. the S.Pr. left Court by said prisoner van under police guard. The Police guard made over the S.Pr. to Jail authority at about 16.30 hrs. The S.pr. was shadowed by me. No unauthorised persons were seen to met with the subject except his pleader Zahiruddin and Golam Mahboob. They talked reg. his case. Nothing found to smuggle by anybody to him in court or in Journey.
Submitted,
Sd/-A.S.I., I.B.
29.10.59
Side note: D.S.VI may pl. see. Ext. may go in P.F. Sd/-O/C., Watch 29.10.
Seen. Sd/- N.M. Biswas. 29.X
Το
The O/C Watch I.B.,E.P., Dacca.
Sir,
I beg to report that on 29.10.59 at 09.00 hrs. I have been detailed at D.C. Jail gate for shadowing the security prisoner Sk. Mojibur Rahman from D.C. Jail to Dacca Court and back to D.C. Jail. At about 09.50 hrs. the Jail authority made over the security prisoner to police escort party. At about 10.00 hrs. he left D.C. Jail and went to Dacca court by prisoner Bus under proper police escort party, there he attended in the court of Mr. K.M. Rahman Magte. 1st Class Dacca. At about 15.50 hrs. he left Dacca court and return to D.C. Jail by prisoner Bus under proper police escort party. At about 16.15 hrs. the S.Pr. was made over to D.C. Jail authority by the police escort party.
During the journey from D.C. Jail to Dacca court and back. I found that no unauthorised person speak with the said S.Pr. except Mr. Zahiruddin Advocate Ex. Central Minister with the case concerned in the above noted court. At about 11.30 hrs. Mr. Tofazzal Hossain Editor Ittefaque arrived there (In the said court) and talk with Mr. Zahiruddin Advocate and talk with the above noted said S.Pr. reg. his case at about 12.00 hrs. Mr. Tofazzal Hossain left the said court and nothing important came to my notice.
Submitted,
Sd/-A.S.I. I.B., Dacca.
30.10.
Side note: D.S.VI. may pl. see specially the portion marked A on the reverse. Ext. may go in subject’s P.F. Sd/- O/C Watch, 30.10.
Seen. Sd/-N.B. BISWASH, 31.X
–
129
Security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was taken to court but not produced before Magistrate.
Dacca, 18 October 1959
Secret
Phone No. 3844
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Supdt., Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1461/Con., dated 18.10.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
A date for production of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the court of S.D.O. (S)., Dacca has been fixed on 31.10.59 in connection with Ramna P.S. case No. 4(2)59.
An officer may kindly be deputed to shadow the prisoner from the Jail gate at 10 A.M. on 31.10.59 to the court and back, if there is no objection to produce the prisoner before the court on that day.
Sd/-18.10
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Side note: DS VI Perusal pl. O/C watch may note pl. Sd/-20.10
O/C watch to please depute officer. DSVI 21.X
Shadowing report of S. Prisoner Sk. Mujibar Rahman from D.C. Jail Gate to Dacca Court and back on 31.10.59.
To
The O/C, Watch, I.B.,E.P.,
Dacca.
Sir,
As per order I attended D.C. Jail Gate. At about 11.45 hrs. the jail authority hand over the security prisoner to Police escort party, they left Jail Gate by prisoner Van being shadowed by me. At about 12.00 hrs. the security prisoner reached Dacca Court but not appear before Magistrate. Pleader Zahiruddin, Golam Mahboob, Abdur Rab Sarnamat & son of Ali Amjad met with the security prisoner. At about 15.30 hrs. the subject left Dacca court by said prisoner Van under proper police guard and return to D.C. Jail being shadowed by me. The escort party made over the S. Prisoner to jail authority at about 15.50 hrs.
No unauthorised persons were seen to met with the security prisoner except noted pleaders and nothing found to smuggle to him by anybody in court or in way.
Submitted,
Sd/-A.S.I. 1.11.59.
Side note:
D.S. VI may pl. see. Ext. may go in subject’s P.F. Sd/-O/C Watch, 2.11.
(1) Who are they? Why they were allowed to talk with the S. prisoner pl. get these points clarified. Sd/-D.S. VI, 2.11.59.
…
D.S. VI
Query overleaf- These men are all pleaders of the Court. Amongst them Golam Mahbub is an Ex-Awami Leaguer and Abdur Rab Sanamat is on Ex-G.D. member.
Sd/-O/CWatch.
2.11
Side note: O/C Watch. Who is son of Ali Amjad pl. Report submitted .Sd/-D.S. VI, 2.11.59. Seen. Sd/-N.M. Biswas, D.S.VI
…..
130
Security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman applied for interview with his family members and relatives and it was allowed.
Dacca, 19 October 1959
To
The D.I.G. I.B. East Pakistan.
Through the Superintendent, Central Jail, Dacca.
Sir,
I want to have an interview with my wife Mrs. Fazilatun Nesa, my
four minor children and my cousin Mr. Mominul Huque.
I will be glad if you kindly grant the interview and arrange to inform them in 76 Segun Bagicha.
Yours Sincerely,
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Security Prisoner, Central Jail, Dacca.
19.10.59
Secret
Phone No. 3844.
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Supdt., Dacca Central Jail.
Memo No. 1466/Con. dated 19.10.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Sending herewith three petitions of security prisoner Mr. Abdul Halim Choudhury and two others for favour of censor and disposal.
(1) Mr. Abdul Halim Choudhury- 1
(2) Abdus Salim -1
(3) Sk. Majibar Rahman – 1.
Sd/-19.10.
for Superintendent
Dacca Central Jail.
DS VI
Perusal pl. of the petition below from S.Pr. Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman praying for an interview with his wife and children. The last interview was held on 14.10.59. For orders pl.
Sd/-21.10.59
S.S. (2)
S.Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman wants interview with his wife & children & cousin Mominul Haq. The interview is due on 28/10/59. This may be allowed.
Sd/-DS VI
21.X.59.
Side note: I think interview has already been allowed on 23.10.59. Sd/-22.10.59
Phone No. 4231/18
Confidential/Immediate
No. 16989 dt. 26.10.59
By Spl. Messenger.
Supdt. D.C. Jail
Kindly allow Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa and her four minor Children (ii) Mr. Mominul Haque of 76, Segun Bagicha, Dacca to have an interview with S.Pr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman on 28.10.59 at 4 PM in presence of an IB Officer.
The Party has been informed.
Sd/-26.X.59
for D.I.G. I.B.
By Spl. Messenger
No. 16989/1 dt. 26.10.59
Copy forwarded to Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa of 76 Segun Bagicha, Dacca for information.
Sd/-26.X
for D.I.G. I.B.
File No. 606-48 P.F.
Sk. Mujibar Rahman.
DS I
As ordered I had been to the D.C. Jail on 28.10.59 and attended the interview of S.Pr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman with his wife Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa and Mr. Mominul Haq.
During the interview no political discussion took place.
Submitted,
Aftabuddin Ahmed, Sl
29.10.59.
–
131
Sheikh Fazilatunnessa and her relative met security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in special interview.
Dacca, 22 October 1959
Mrs. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
M.P., M.P.A
General Secretary,
EAST PAKISTAN AWAMI LEAGUE
76, 115 SEGUN BAGICHA,
RAMNA, DACCA.
Dated 22. 10. 59.
To
The D.I.G (I.B.) of Police,
Dacca.
Dear Sir,
I have the honour to state that I am urgently in need of seeing my husband to consult about my son who is seriously suffering from tooth and eye troubles. Hence a special interview may kindly be allowed.
Thanking you in anticipation.
Yours faithfully.
f. nessa.
(FAZILATUN NESSA)
Side note: D.A. to please put up. Sd/-DSVI, 22.X.59.
Mrs. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
General Secretary,
M.P., M.P.A
EAST PAKISTAN AWAMI LEAGUE
76, 115 SEGUN BAGICHA,
RAMNA, DACCA.
Dated 22. 10. 59.
To
The D.I.G. (I.B.) of Police, Dacca.
Dear Sir,
In continuation of my approval dated 22.10.59 praying for special interview, I have the honour to request you to kindly include the name of Mr. Mominul Huq, brother of my husband to accompany me.
Thanking you in anticipation.
Yours faithfully,
F. nessa.
(FAZILATUN NESSA)
Side note: Office, Pl. include his name in the spl. interview order. Sd/-DSVI, 22.X.59.
DS VI
Perusal pl. of the petition below from Mrs. F. Nessa praying for a special interview with her husband Sk. Mujibar Rahman. The last usual interview was held on 14.10.59. F.O.P.
Sd/-22.X
S.S. (2)
For kind perusal of the petition of the wife of Sk. Mujibur Rahman praying for a special interview in con. with the illness of their son. This may be allowed to-morrow (23/X/59) at 16.00 hrs.
Her usual interview is due on 28/10/59 which has been recommended by me already.
Sd/-DS VI, 22.X.59.
Side note: DSVI Draft below may please be approved. Sd/-22.10
Allowed. Sd/-22.10.59
S.I. Q. B. Islam will please attend. Sd/-23.X.59
Seen. Sd/-23.10
Phone No. 4231/61
Confidential/Immediate
No. 16782 dt. 22.10
Supdt. D.C. Jail
Kindly allow (1) Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa (ii) Mr. Mominul Hoq of 76, Segun Bagicha, Dacca to have a special interview with S.Pr. Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman on 23.10.59 at 4 P.M. in presence of an I.B. officer.
The party has been informed.
By Spl. Messenger.
Sd/-22.X
for D.I.G. I.B.
Copy forwarded to Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa of 76 Segun Bagicha, Dacca for information.
Sd/-22.X
for D.I.G. I.B.
Re- Party interview between
(1) Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa. (II) Mr. Maminul Haq and S.Pr. Mr. S.K. Mujibor Rahman on 23.10.59 from 4.30 p.m. to 5.25 p.m.
As ordered, I attended the interview in the D.C. Jail in presence of the Dy. Jailor but nothing of any importance learnt.
Sd/- Q.B. Islam S.I.
23.10.59.
–
132
Sheikh Fazilatunnessa met security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman along with family members and former PS in Dacca Central Jail.
Dacca, 2 November 1959
To
The D.I.G. I.B. East Pakistan.
Through the Superintendent, Central Jail Dacca.
Sir,
I want to have an interview with my wife Mrs. Fozilatun Nesa, my four minor Children, my cousin Mominul Haq and my ex- Private Secretary Mr. Abul Hossain.
I will be glad if you kindly grant the interview and arrange to inform them in 76 Segun Bagicha, Dacca.
Yours faithfully,
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Security Prisoner Central Jail, Dacca.
2.11.59
Phone No. 4231/18
Confidential/Immediate.
No. 17743 dt. 7.11.59
Supdt. Dacca Central Jail
Kindly allow Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa with her four minor Children (11) Mr. Mominul Haq (III) Mr. Abul Hussain of 76, Segun Bachicha, Dacca to have an interview with S.Pr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman on 11.11.59 at 4-30. P.M. in presence of an I.B. officer.
The Party has been informed.
Sd/- 6.11.59
for D.I.G I.B.
No. 17743/1 dt. 7.11.59
Copy forwarded to Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa of 76, Segun Bagicha, Dacca
for information.
Sd/-
6.11.59
for D.I.G. I.B.
Original in 45/52 P.F
Phone No. 3844
GOVERNMENT OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail
Memo. No. 1540/Con., dated 3.11.59
To
The Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Sending herewith three petitions of security prisoner Mr. Dewan Mahbub Ali and two others named below for favour of disposal.
1) Mr. Dewan Mahbub Ali : 1
2) Mr. Mahmud Nurul Huda: 1
3) Mr. Sk. Majibar Rahman: 1
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
3.11.
Ref. File No. 606-48 P.F
Sub: Interview of the S. Prisoner, Sk. Mujibur Rahman at D.C. Jail.
DS VI
I had been to the Dacca Central Jail on 11.11.59 afternoon and attended the Interview of the Security Prisoner, Sk. Mujibur Rahman with his relatives.
They talked about their domestic affairs.
Nothing political or objectionable was discussed during the course of Interview.
This is for your kind information.
Submitted,
Md. Nurul Islam,
SI, I.B. Dacca
12.11.59
–
133
Court ordered to produce security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman before SDO South Court on 19.11.1959.
Dacca, 8 November 1959
Secret
Phone No. 3844.
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1572/Con., dated 8.11.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
A date for production of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the court of S.D.O. (S)., Dacca has been fixed on 19-11-59 in connection with Ramna P.S. case No. 3(2)59.
An officer may kindly be deputed to shadow the security prisoner from the Jail gate at 10 A.M. on 19-11-59 to the court and back, if there is no objection in his production before the court on that day.
Sd/ -8.11
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
–
134
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was produced before SDO south court Dacca on 16.11.1959. Watch report included.
Dacca, 8 November 1959
Secret
Phone No. 3844.
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1570/Con., dt. 8.11.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
A date for production of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the Court of S.D.O. (S)., Dacca has been fixed on 16-11-59 in connection with Ramna P.S. case No. 4(2)59.
An officer may kindly be deputed to shadow the prisoner from the Jail gate at 10 A.M. on 16-11-59 to the court and back, if there is no objection in his production before the court on that day.
Sd/-8.11
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Shadowing report of S.Pr. Sk. Majibar Rahman from D.C. Jail gate to Dacca court and back on 16.XI.59
To
The O/C, Watch, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Sir,
As per order I attended D.C. Jail gate and did secret watch duty. At about 12.00 hrs. the Jail authority hand over the noted S.Pr. Police escort party. The S.Pr. left Jail gate by Prisoner van under proper Police guard. At about 12.20 hrs. the noted S.Pr. reached Dacca Court in Police custody.
At about 16.00 the subject left Dacca court by said prisoner van under proper Police guard and retd. D.C. Jail. At about 16.20 hrs. the escort party made over the subject to the Jail authority.
No unauthorised persons were seen to talked with the subject except his pleader Zahiruddin and others and nothing found smuggle to him by anybody in the Court or in Journey.
The S.Pr. was shadowed by me from D.C. Jail gate to court and back to D.C. Jail.
The date fixed on 30.XI.59.
Submitted,
Sd/- M.M.Z. Huque.
A.S.I., I.B.
17.XI.59.
Side note: A.S.I. pl. speak. A- D.S.VI
Ext. may in go P.F. if approved. Sd/-17.11.
Seen. Sd/-17.xi.
Sir, I mean others pleaders of the S.Pr. Sd/- M.M.Z. Huque, A.S.I.
Ref: Shadowing report of security prisoner, Sk. Majibur Rahman.
Reg: To enquire and report how would the subject talk with Manik Mia, where and when he did so? Did he take any permission from the Court?
It is learnt on secret enquiry that while security prisoner Sk. Majibur Rahman was talking with his advocate Jahiruddin Ahmed in the court of S.D.O. South, Manik Mia also had been there to see the said advocate at the said place.
Manik Mian had a talk with Sk. Majibar Rahman regarding his case; subject did not take any permission from the court so far it is learnt on secret enquiry.
Sd/- S.I..I.B. 18.11.59.
Side note:
D.S. VI may pl. see with ref. to his query below. Sd/- O/C Watch 19.11.
Office to put up rules. S/S.M.Biswas, D.S. VI, 24.11.59.
–
135
Security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman produced before 1st class Magistrate Court, Dacca on 17.11.1959.
Dacca, 8 November 1959
Secret
Phone No. 3844.
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Supdt., Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1571/Con., dt. 8.11.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B.E.P., Dacca.
A date for production of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the court of Mr. K.M. Rahman, Magistrate 1st class, Dacca has been fixed on 17-11-59 in connection with Kotwali P.S. case No. 41(12)58.
An officer may kindly be deputed to shadow the security prisoner from the Jail gate at 10 A.M. on 17-11-59 to the court and back, if there is no objection in his production before the court on that day.
Sd/-
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Sd/- 8.11
Shadowing report of S.Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman from D.C. Jail gate to Dacca
court and back on 17.XI.59.
Sir,
As per order, I attended D.C. Jail gate for shadow the noted S.Pr. At about 11.00 hrs. the Jail authority hand over the subject to Police escort party. The S.Pr. left Jail gate and reached Dacca Court and appear before Magistrate, 1st class Mr. K.N. Rahman under proper police guard at about 11.20 hrs. At about 13.30 hrs. the subject left the court and return to D.C. Jail by prisoner van both the journey under proper Police guard being shadowed by me. At about 14.00 hrs. the escort party made over the S.Pr. to Jail authority.
No unauthorised persons were seen to meet with the S.Pr. except his pleader Zahiruddin and others in the court.
Nothing found smuggle to the S.Pr. by anybody in the …or in journey.
The dated fixed again on 24.xi.59.
Submitted,
Sd/-M.M.Z. Huque
A.S.I., I.B. Dacca.
18.XI.59.
Side note:
D.S. VI may pl. see. Ext. may go in P.F. Sd/-O.C., Watch, 18.10.
Seen. Sd/- N.M. Biswas, 18.10.
–
136
Charge-sheet submitted against Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and his younger brother Sheikh Abu Naser in connection with Anti- corruption case.
Dacca, 11 November 1959
Pak. Observer dt. 11.11.59
Sk. Mujib And His Brother
Charge-Sheeted
By Our Court Correspondent
Charge-sheet has been submitted against Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, former Minister, Commerce Labour and Industries, Government of East Pakistan, and his younger brother Sheikh Abu Naser under Section 5(2) of Act II of 1947 and U/S 5(2) of Act II of 1947/109 of Pakistan Penal Code in a corruption case started against them by the Bureau of Anti-Corruption, East Pakistan, Dacca.
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was arrested in connection with this case in the early part of October, 1958 and has been detained in the Dacca Central Jail under Public Safety Ordinance, while his brother was arrested and produced in Khulna Court where he was granted bail on October 22, 1958. He again appeared before the S.D.O. (S), Dacca on October 30, 1958 and was granted bail.
The allegation against them as appears from the F.I.R. is that: In pursuance of a notification issued by the Director. Industries, C.L. & I. Department of the Government of East Pakistan in March, 1957 inviting applications for permission to set up new industries in East Pakistan, Mr. Mujibur Rahman Chowdhury and three other partners of a film firm styled as Al-Amin Industries submitted an application for a licence to establish a calendaring Industry at Satihati, P.S. Tangail, District Mymensingh.
As they were not getting the licence in usual course, they contacted Sheikh Abu Naser, younger brother of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the then Minister, C.L.&I who gave them understanding that the permission would be given only if three annas shares of the whole business was allotted to him without any capital investment.
A partnership deed was accordingly registered on April 3, 1957 after which Shaikh Mujibur Rahman granted the permission on July 3, 1957 to set up the Industry on obtaining the recommendation of the then Director of Industries, East Pakistan, and Licence for Rs. 2,36,000 was issued in violation of the established rules of office business and precedence, and thereby Sheikh Mujibur Rahman as Minister, CL&I Department, Obtained pecuniary advantage for his said brother Sheikh Abu Naser which amounted to an offence of criminal misconduct punishable under Section 5(2) of Act II of 1947.
During investigation, the above allegations were found to be true. It further transpired that the partner of the Al-Amin Industries also paid Rs. 1,500 to Mr. Sheikh Mujibur Rahaman through his brother Sheikh Abu Naser at his Dacca residence in his presence between February 6 and February 14, 1958 in connection with the grant of the said permit. This money is said to have been taken for the Awami League Fund.
Mr. Mehrab Ali Chowdhury, Inspector, Bureau of Anti-Corruption, East Pakistan, Dacca on completion of the above investigation submitted charge sheet against both the accused persons of November 9, 1959.
In his charge sheet he said that “the charges having been well proved against Mr. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and his younger brother Sheikh Abu Naser, I submitted charge-sheet under section 5(2) of Act II of 1947 and under section 5(2) of Act II of 1947/109 P.P.C. respectively.
It is learnt that about twenty-four witnesses may be examined in this case including some high Government officials.
Side note: Seen. Keep in file pl. DS VI Sd/-17.11.59
–
137
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman applied for interview with his wife Sheikh Fazilatunnessa, children, relative and former PS and it was granted.
Dacca, 14 November 1959
To
The D.I.G I.B. East Pakistan
Through the Superintendent, Central Jail,
Dacca.
Sir,
I want to have an interview with my wife Mrs. Fazilatun Nesa, my four minor children, my cousin Mominul Haq and my ex- Private Secretary Mr. Abul Hossain.
I will be glad if you kindly grant the interview and arrange to inform them in 76 Segun Bagicha, Dacca.
Yours Sincerely,
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Political Prisoner
Central Jail, Dacca.
14.11.59
“Original in P.F. 372-48.”
Phone No. 3844.
Secret
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
OFFICE OF THE SUPDT. OF DACCA CENTRAL JAIL.
MEMO No. 1422/Con. Dt. 16.11.59.
To
The Dy. Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Sending herewith 7 petitions of Security Prisoner Mr. Wali Newaz Khan and 5
others named below for favour of disposal.
(1) Mr. Wali Newaz Khan : 1
(2) Sk. Majibar Rahman : 1
(3) Azharuddin Ahamed : 1
(4) Md. Akhter Ali : 2
(5) M. Shahidullah : 1
(6) Nirmal Kumar Sen : 1
Sd/-
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Phone No. 4231/18
Confidential /Immediate
No. 18695 dt. 23.11
Supdt. D.C. Jail
Kindly allow Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa with her four minor children, (II) Mr. Mominul Haq & (III) Mr. Abul Hussain of 76, Segun Bagicha, Dacca to have an interview with SPr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman on 25.11.59 at 4 P.M. in presence of an I.B. officer.
The Party has been informed.
Sd/-23.11
for D.I.G. I.B.
by Spl. Messenger.
No. 18695/1 dt. 23.11.59
Copy forwarded to Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa of 76, Segun Bagicha, Dacca
for information.
Sd/-23.11
for D.I.G I.B.
Secret
Ref. order in con. with page no. 18695 of File 606-48 P.F Part XII of
S.Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman.
DS VI
Sir,
As ordered I attended D.C. Jail, Dacca on 25.11.59 from 15.55 hrs. to 17.10 hrs. The interview of the party could not be held. The party of Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa arrived at the D.C. Jail in due time but the S.Pr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman could attend the interview as he was reported to be sick due to the eruption of a boil in his knee and he was reported to be unable to walk.
Submitted,
Sd/- S.I. I.B. Dacca
25.11.59.
Side note: Office to pl. put up with the interview application Mrs. Sk. Mujibur Rahman sent to office earlier. Sd/-DS VI, 26.11.59.
–
138
Court ordered to produce security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman before SDO, South Court, Dacca on 25.11.1959.
Dacca, 16 November 1959
Secret
Phone No. 3844.
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1615/Con., dt. 16.11.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
A date for production of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the court of S.D.O. (S)., Dacca has been fixed on 25-11-59 in connection with Ramna P.S. case No. 115., dated 29-7-59.
An officer may kindly be deputed to shadow the security prisoner from the Jail gate at 10 A.M. on 25-11-59 to the court and back, if there is no objection in his production before the court on that day.
Sd/-
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Side note: DS VI Perusal Pl. O/C Watch may note pl. Sd/-18.11
Yes pl. DS VI, 18.11.59
Seen & Noted. Sd/-O/C Watch, 25.11
–
139
Court ordered to produce security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman before SDO, South Court, Dacca on 30.11.1959.
Dacca, 17 November 1959
Secret
Phone No. 3844.
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1625/Con., dated 17.11.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B. E.P., Dacca.
A date for production of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the court of S.D.O. (S)., Dacca has been fixed on 30.11.59 in connection with Ramna P.S. case No. 4(2)59.
An officer may kindly be deputed to shadow the security prisoner at 10 A.M. on 30.11.59 from the Jail gate to the court and back, if there is no objection in his production before the court on that day.
Sd/-
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Side note: S./. N.H. Chaudhuri to escort the SPr. & report pl. Sd/-O/C Watch, 19.11
Seen. Sd/-19.11
DS VI Perusal pl. O/C Watch may note pl. Sd/-19.11
Yes pl., DS VI, Sd/-19.11.59
–
140
Security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman taken to 1st class Magistrate Court from Dacca Central Jail.
Dacca, 18 November 1959
Secret
Phone No. 3844.
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1632/Con., dt. 18.11.59.
To
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
A date for production of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman before the court of Mr. K.M. Rahman, Magistrate 1st class, Dacca has been fixed on 24.11.59, in connection with Kotwali P.S case No. 41(12)58.
An officer may kindly be deputed to shadow the prisoner from the Jail gate at 10 A.M. on 24.11.59 to the court and back, if there is no objection in his production before the Court on that day.
Sd/- 18.11 for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Side note: DS VI Perusal pl. O/C Watch may note pl. Sd/- 19.11.
Yes pl. DS VI, Sd/- 19.11.59.
S.I. N.H. Chaudhuri pl. escort the SPr. & report. Sd/-O/C Watch, 19.11.
Seen. Sd/-19.11.
Reg. S.Pr. Sk. Majibur Rahman.
As ordered I shadowed security prisoner from D.C. Jail to Dacca Sadar Court and back on 24.11.59 while in court, Mr. Jahiruddin (Advocate) and S.K. Nasir, the younger brother of security prisoner contacted with the S. Pr. and accd. Jahiruddin Mamtaz and others (all are on bail) but on the way to the court and back, none was found contacting the S.Pr.
Submitted,
Sd/-N.H. Choudhury, S.I.
25.11.59.
Side note: (1) D.S. VI may pl. see Ext. to P.G.
(2) S.I. N.H. Chaudhury pl. enquire of report how could Sk. Nasir contact with the S.Pr. without prior permission of I.B. Sd/-O/C Watch, 25.11.
Seen. Nasir is probably a co-accd. Report awarded. Sd/-26.11.59.
–
141
DIG, IB requested Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail to inform him about health condition of security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
Dacca, 26 November 1959
Phone No. 4231/61
Secret/Express
No.18892 dt. 26.11.59.
Supdt. D.C. Jail, Dacca.
It is reported that S.Pr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman has been suffering from irruption of a boil in his knee for which he could not interview his wife & children on 25/11/59.
You are, therefore, requested to pl. report immediately the present condition of his health and also when he is expected to be able to come out for the interview.
Sd/-26.11
for D.I.G, I.B.
–
142
Sheikh Fazilatunnessa applied to DIG, IB for interview with Sheikh Mujibur Rahman along with relatives on special ground as he was sick. Permission given.
Dacca, 26 November 1959
Mrs. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
M.P., M.P.A.
General Secretary.
EAST PAKISTAN AWAMI LEAGUE
76 115, SEGUN BAGICHA
RAMNA, DACCA.
Dated 26.11.59
To
The D.I.G. (I.B.) of Police, Dacca.
Dacca Nov. 26, 1959.
Dear Sir,
I have the honour state that in accordance with your memo No. 18695/1 dated Nov. 23, 1959. I went to see my husband at the jail gate, but he could not see us as he was sick. Hence I would request you to kindly allow us to see him in his room inside the jail area on special ground. We are very much anxious to see him. The following names may kindly be included for interview.
(1) Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa (Wife).
(2) Mominul Huq (Brother).
(3) Abu Naser (Brother).
Thanking you in anticipation.
Yours faithfully,
F. Nessa.
Immediate
Copy of minute dated 28.11.59 of the Civil Surgeon-cum-Medical Officer, Dacca Central Jail in respect of security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman.
“Security prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman who had inflammation of the right knee with a boil in front of the knee is recovering from his illness. It will take about 10 days more for the wound to heal up completely and permit his full movement. His general health is fair.”
Secret
Memo. No. 1708/Con., dated 29.11.59
Copy forwarded to the Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca for information with reference to his Memo. No. 18892, dt. 26.11.59
Sd/-29.11.59
for Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Phone No. 4231/61
Confidential /Immediate
By Spl. Messenger.
No. 19148 dt. 1.12
Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa
76, Segun Baghicha, Dacca.
You and 2 others named below have been permitted to interview S.Pr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman on. 3.12.59 at 4 P.M. in presence of an I.B. officer at the Dacca Central Jail.
(1) Mr. Mominul Huq
(2) Mr. Abu Nasar
Sd/-1.12
for D.I.G. I.B.
Side note: Below another pl. Sd/-1.12
Phone No. 4231/61
Confidential/Immediate
No. 19147 dt. 1.12
Supdt. D.C. Jail, Dacca
In forwarding herewith a copy of a petition dt. 26.11.59 from Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa, I am to inform you that the following individuals may please be allowed to interview S.Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman on 3.12.59 at 4 P.M. in presence of an I.B. officer either inside the jail if the rule permits or arrangement may be made to bring him in stretches for interview at the jail gate.
The Party has been informed.
(1) Mrs. Fazilatun Nessa
(ii) Mr. Mominul Huq
(iii) Mr. Abu Nasar
Sd/-1.12.59
for D.I.G I.B.
Subject: Interview of S.Pr. Sk. Mojibur Rahman.
I attended the interview of Sk. Mojibur Rahman held on 3/12/59 from 16.30 hrs. to 17.00 hrs. in the D.C. jail with his wife, brother & son (at the gate of D. C. jail )
The party talked about their household affairs.
Noting interesting to note on I.B. point of view.
Md. Ameenullah III
Sl of Police, I.B.
4.12.59
–
143
Charge-sheet submitted against Sheikh Mujibur Rahman by Anti- corruption Bureau.
Dacca, 4 December 1959
Azad dt. 4.12.59
শেখ মুজিবের বিরুদ্ধে চার্জশীট দাখেল
দুর্নীতি দমন বিভাগ সম্প্রতি প্রদেশের প্রাক্তন বানিজ্য, শ্রম ও শিল্প উজীর শেখ মুজিবর রহমান ও অপর এক ব্যক্তির বিরুদ্ধে সরকারী পদের ক্ষমতার অপব্যবহার ও উক্ত কার্য্যে সহায়তার অভিযোগে চার্জশীট দাখেল করিয়াছেন।
অভিযোগের বিবরণে প্রকাশ, ১৯৫৫ সালের মার্চ মাসে মেসার্স হাসান আহমদ লিঃ ভারত হইতে সফট কোক আনার ও বিলিবন্টনের জন্য এজেন্ট নিযুক্ত হন। উক্ত কোম্পানী ১৯৫৭ সালের ৭ই এপ্রিল পৰ্য্যন্ত উক্ত এজেন্সিতে বহাল থাকে। অতঃপর তদানীন্তন বানিজ্য শ্রম ও শিল্প উজীর সেখ মুজিবর রহমান অযোক্তিকভাবে উক্ত কোম্পানীর এজেন্সী বাতিল করিয়া তদস্থলে নারায়ণগঞ্জের মেসার্স কোল মাইনিং এন্ড ট্রেডিং কো: (পাক) লি: কে উক্ত এজেন্সী প্রদান করেন। প্রকাশ থাকে যে, মুর্শিদাবাদ নিবাসী আসামী কাজী আবু নছর উক্ত কোম্পানীর অন্যতম কর্ণধার। অভিযোগে আরও বলা হইয়াছে যে, প্রচলিত নিয়ম ভঙ্গ করিয়া কোনরূপ টেন্ডার আহবান না করিয়া এবং সংশ্লিষ্ট বিভাগীয় সেক্রেটারীর আপত্তি অগ্রাহ্য করিয়া শেষোক্ত কোম্পানীকে এজেন্ট নিযুক্ত করা হয়। এতদ্ব্যতীত মেসার্স কোল মাইনিং এন্ড ট্রেডিং কোম্পানী উক্ত এজেন্সির জন্য কোন দরখাস্ত করে নাই বা শিল্প বিভাগে ডিরেক্টর তাহাদিগকে এজেন্সী দেওয়ার জন্য কোন সোপারেশও করেন নাই।
মেসার্স কোল মাইনিং এন্ড ট্রেডিং কোম্পানী দর্শনার হার্ড কোক কয়লাকে সফট কোক কয়লায় পরিনত করার জন্য একটি কারখানা স্থাপন করার অনুমতি প্রার্থনা করিয়া দরখাস্ত করেন। শেখ মুজিবর রহমান এই দরখাস্ত মোতাবেক কোম্পানীকে উক্ত কারখানা প্রতিষ্ঠার অনুমতি দেন এবং অধিকন্তু নিজের উদ্যোগে তাহাদের ভারত হইতে সফট কোক আনার এজেন্সী প্রদান করেন। এই ভাবে তিনি আসামী কাজী আবু নছর এবং অন্যান্যের জন্য সরকারী পদের অপব্যবহার করিয়া আর্থিক সুবিধা দান করেন।
Side note: Seen. Keep in his P.F. pl. Sd/-7.12.59.
–
144
Sheikh Fazilatunnessa met security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman with children and relatives.
Dacca, 5 December 1959
Begum Mujibur Rahman
M.P., M.P.A.
General Secretary
EAST PAKISTAN AWAMI LEAGUE
76, 115, SEGUN BAGICHA,
RAMNA, DACCA-2.
Dated 5.12.59
To
The Dy. I.G., I.B., Govt. of E. Pakisatan.
Dear Sir,
You are requested to kindly grant me, Mr. Abul Hossain, Mr. Mominul Huq and my four minor children an interview with my husband Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, a security prisoner in the Dacca Central Jail.
Thanking you.
Yours faithfully,
F. Nessa.
Side note: Received on 7/12/59. Sd/-DS VI, 7/12
Office to pl. put up on file. Sd/-DS VI, 7.12.59
606-48 P.F. (Sec.)
(loose)
Petition dt. 5.12.59 of Mrs. Mujibur Rahman
D.S. VI
The enclosed petition may pl. be seen. Begum Mujibur Rahman has already been allowed an interview with the S.Pr. Mr. Sk. Mujibar Rahman on 3.12.59 which may pl. be seen below. For orders pl.
Sd/-8.12.59
S.S. (2)
The wife of Sk. Mujibur Rahman prays for interview with the S.Pr. The interview may be granted on 17/12/59 at 16.00 hrs.
Sd/-8.12.59 DS VI
Side note: Allowed. Sd/-9.12.59
Received back without any order today. Sd/9.12
Phone No. 4231/61.
Confidential
Immediate
No. 19818 dt. 11.12.59
The Supdt. D.C. Jail, Dacca.
Kindly allow Mrs. Fazelatun Nessa with her four minor children and (2) Mr. Abul Hussain (3) Mominul Haq to have an interview with the S. Pr. Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman on 17.12.59 at 4 p.m. in presence of an I.B. officer.
The party has been informed.
Sd/-10.12
for D.I.G., I.B., Dacca.
No. 19818/1 dt. 11.12.59
Copy forwarded for information to Mrs. Fazelatun Nessa, 76, Segun Bagicha, Dacca, with reference to her application dt. 5.12.59.
Sd/-10.12
D.I.G., I.B., Dacca.
Ref. file 606-48P.F.
D.S. VI
Sir,
As ordered I had been to the Dacca Central Jail on 17.12.59 and attended the party interview held between Sk. Mujibur Rahman (S.Pr.) and his wife and another. During interview the party discussed about family affairs.
Nothing political or other issues were discussed by them during interview.
Submitted, Sd/-18.12.59
K.G. Subhani
S.I., I.B.
–
145
Security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman produced before 1st class Magistrate court, Dacca.
Dacca, 9 December 1959
East Bengal Form No. 45.
TELEPHONE MESSAGE
From: Supdt. D.C. Central Jail Dacca (if given)
To: D.I.G. I.B. E.P. Dacca.
Security Prisoner Mr. Sk. Mojibur Rahaman is to be produced before the court tomorrow; an officer may kindly be deputed to shadow the S.Pr. from the Jail gate at 10.00 A.M. tomorrow (10.12.59) to the court & back.
Sd/-9.12
Side note: O/C Watch for n/a please. Sd/-9.12.59
Seen. Sd/-10.12.59, O/C Watch
To
The O/C Watch, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Sir,
I have the honour to report that on 10.12.59 at 10.00 hrs. I have been detailed at D.C. Jail gate for shadowing the S. Pr. Sk. Majibar Rahman from D.C. Jail to Dacca Sadar court and back to D.C. Jail. At about 11.45 hrs. the jail authority made over the S. Pr. to Police escort party and he left D.C. Jail and went to Dacca Sadar Court at about 12.00 hrs. by Prisoner Van, under proper police escort party. At about 12.10 hrs. the said S. Pr. attended the K.M. Rahman (Court) ( 1st Class Magt. at Dist. Board Hall) from 12.15 hrs. to 12.50 hrs. Advocate Zahiruddin visited the said court and conducted the case. At about 13.00 hrs. the said S. Pr. left above noted court and went to court Inspector room at about 13.10 hrs. Again Advocate Zahiruddin met with the said S. Pr. from 14.30 hrs. to 15.00 hrs. at court Inspector room. At about 16.00 hrs. the said S. Pr. left the court and went to D.C. Jail at about 16.15 hrs. by Prisoner Van under proper police escort party. At about 16.20 hrs. the said S. Pr. was made over to D.C. Jail authority by the Police escort party. During the journey from D.C. Jail to Dacca court and back to D.C. Jail nothing important to note and report.
This is for your kind information.
Submitted,
Sd/- Kazi Matiar Rahman A.S.I.
I.B., E.P., Dacca. 11.12
Side note: D.S. VI may pl. see. Ext. may go in subject P.F. Sd/- O/C watch, 11.12.
–
146
Awami League had no programme regarding its participation in the Union Council election.
Dacca, 10 December 1959
Secret
B-2
D.S. (6)
It was learnt from reliable sources that the E.P.A.L. (now defunct) has no programme regarding its participation in the ensuing Union Council election. The general impression amongst a section of the Awami Leaguers was that, what to say of their participation in the election, they even did not think of discussing about it. They apprehended that if they did so they might be in trouble.
II. As regards participation of the Gopibagh Neighbourhood Council in the election, it was learnt that the Awami League has no influence over the organisation. But for the interest of the Organisation Mr. Zahiruddin (Ex-Minister) and some others might be trying to see some of members of the council returned to the Union Council for the interest of the Organisation. It was also learnt that Mr. Zahiruddin (mentd.) some time back contacted Md. Yasin of B. Karim and Co. (Decorator) of Madan Mohan Basak Road, Dacca, in this connection.
III. Since after the promulgation of Martial Law in the country and subsequent arrest of Sk. Mujibur Rahman (A.L.) in disaffection between the groups of Sk. Mujibur Rahman and Mr. Ataur Rahman Khan (Ex. C.M.) has become more evident and it became more clear from the fact that since the arrest of SK. Mujibur Rahman, neither Mr. Ataur Rahman nor anyone else of his group ever inquired about the welfare of Sk. Mujibur Rahman’s family. Whereas up till now Mrs. Mujibur Rahman has received monetary help from Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy (Ex-P.M.)-Rs. 500/-, Mr. Zahiruddin (Ex-Minister)-Rs. 100/- and some other Awami leaguers of the province, amounting about Rs. 1000/-.
Submitted,
Sd/-10.12.59
Inspr. 1.B.
S.S.(2)
For kind perusal of the report.
Ext. of para I to A.L. file, para II to Gopibag Neighbourhood Council file & para III to the P.F. of Sk. Mujibur Rahman for taking action from there. Ext. of para I & II may also go to the election folder.
Sd/-D.S.VI
11.12.59
Side note: Done pl. Sd/-14.12
–
147
Security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman produced before court and acquitted of corruption case but his detention continued.
Dacca, 11 December 1959
East Bengal Form No. 45.
TELEPHONE MESSAGE
From: Supdt. of D.C. Central Jail Dacca. Addresses/(if given)
To: D.I.G. I.B., E.P., Dacca.
S. Pr. Mr. Sk. Majibur Rahaman & Shahidulla are to be produced before the court tomorrow morning, two officers may kindly be deputed to shadow both prisoner separated at 10 A.M. on 12.12.59 from the Jail gate to the court & back.
Sd/-11.12
1) A.S.I. Lutfar Rohaman will pl. escort the S. Pr. Sk. Mojibur Rohaman on 12.12.59 at 10 hrs. from D.C. Jail to court & back.
2) A.S.I. Kazi Motiar Rohaman will pl. escort the S. Pr. Shahidullah on 12.12.59 at 10.00 hrs. for D.C. Jail to court & back.
Sd/-A.S.I.
for O/C Watch
11.12.59.
Side note: Seen. Sd/-12.12 Seen. Sd/-11.12.59
Shadowing report of S. Pr. Sk. Majibur Rahman from Dacca Central Jail to Dacca Sadar Court dated 12.12.59.
Sir,
I was secret duty upon S. Pr. Sk. Mojibur Rahman. At about 11.45 hrs. the said S. Pr. left D.C. Jail and went to Dacca Sadar Court by Prisoner van with proper police custody at about 12.00 hrs. Between 12.30 hrs. to 14.00 hrs. the said suspect talked with advocate Zahiruddin Ahmed in the room of the court Inspector Dacca. At about 15.45 hrs, the said S. Pr. left Dacca Court and returned to Dacca Central Jail by prisoner van with proper police custody at about 16.10 hrs.
During journey periods no other outsider meet with the said S. Pr.
Submitted,
Sd/- Lutfar Rahman A.S.I.
13.12.59
Side note: D.S. VI may pl. see. Ext. may go in subject P.F. Sd/- O/C Watch, 14.12.
Eastern Examiner dt. 11.12.59
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Acquitted Of Cheating Charges
(From Our Correspondent)
Dacca, Dec. 10: In a tense, suspense filled and jam packed courtroom here today Mr. K.M. Rahman, Magistrate, 1st Class, Dacca, dismissed the case against Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Ex- Minister, Commerce, Labour and Industries, East Pakistan and General Secretary of the now defunct Awami League u/s 120B/420 P.P.C. (Criminal Conspiracy of Cheating) on grounds of insufficient evidence.
The three other accused persons namely Mahiuddin, Mominul Haq and Azizul Haq were found guilty and stand charged u/s 420 P.P.C. while the fourth accused Nurul Islam Khandakar alias Montu is absconding.
The case against the accused persons was that accused Mahiuddin, Mominul Haq, Azizul Haq and Nurul Islam Khandakar entered into a criminal conspiracy with one another and with Sk. Mujibur Rahman to cheat some educated persons by dishonesty inducing them on the false assurance for securing employment for them in the different department of the Govt. of East Pakistan and on such false plea accepted various sums money on different dates between October 17th, 1957 and July 26th,1958 at Capital Restaurant in Dacca.
The Counsel for the State Khan Bahadur Naziruddin Ahmed had suggested on 24th Nov. 1959 that in pursuance of the above conspiracy accused Mahiuddin on various dates cheated Abdul Hakim Sikdar, Abdul Rahman, Abdul Aziz, MD. Ghiasuddin, Shamsul Alam, M. Ibrahim Dhali and Abdus Salam and fraudulently and dishonestly accepted various amounts from them.
Mr. Zahiruddin, appearing for Sheikh Mujibur Rahman argued that case of conspiracy has not been proved against Sk. Mujibur Rahman. The only evidence of conspiracy against him is Ibrahim Dhali who stated that he met Sk. Mujibur Rahman along with witness Abdul Aziz at Lassni Restaurant. And according to prosecution it was…. (missing from original document due to page damage) meet Sk. Mujibur Rahman at Lassni but Abdul Aziz, in his evidence does not say that he had ever met Sk. Mujibur Rahman at the said Restaurant.
The case has been adjourned to 22nd and 23rd January next for cross examination of the witnesses against the three accused persons.
Mr. Sheikh Mujibur Rahman is at present continued to be held under the Safety Act.
Side note: Seen. In P.F. pl. Sd/-16/12 DSVI
–
148
IB officials asked to submit report under what circumstance Tofazzal Hossain Manik Miah talked to security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman at court.
Dacca, 15 December 1959
DS VI
Perusal pl. of Page 3107 and orders thereon. Nothing has been mentioned in the State Prisoners Rules, 1956 on the subject. We may, however, request D.I.B. Dacca to obtain a report from the court Inspector under what circumstances the subject was allowed to talk with Taffazal Hussain. For orders pl.
(ii) Perusal pl. of the report of the I.B. officer at pages 3109-3108. For orders pl.
Sd/-15.12.59.
(1) Pl. write to Dacca D.I.B. as proposed,
(2) Ext. of para III to Dacca D.I.B. for comment please.
Sd/-DS VI, 15.12.59
DS VI
Orders above: Draft below for approval pl. Sd/-15.12
Drafts signed. Sd/-16.12.59, DS VI
No. 20214 dt. 17.12.59 to DIB Dacca
No. 20215 dt.
DS VI
Orders at Page flagged U. Draft below for approval pl.
Sd/-DS VI 19.12
[Ext. from Watch Report dt. 30.10.59]
Phone No. 4231/61
Secret
No. 20214/606-48 P.F.(E) dt. 17.12.
Addl. S.P. D.I.B. Dacca
Copy forwarded to – for information and with the request to ascertain from the Court Inspector, Dacca under what circumstances Mr. Tafazzal Hussain @ Manik Miyan was allowed to talk with the subject and what was the subject matters of their conversation.
Sd/-16/12
DS VI for SS II
[Ext. from 1.B. officers Report dt. 10.12.59]
Phone No. 4231/61
Secret
No. No. 20215/606-48 P.F.(E) dt. 17.12
Addl. S.P. D.I.B. Dacca.
Copy forwarded to – for information and comments.
Sd/-16.12
DS VI for SS II
–
149
Security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman produced before Dacca Sadar court.
Dacca, 15 December 1959
East Bengal Form No. 45.
TELEPHONE MESSAGE
From: Supdt. of D.C. Jail Dacca Addresses (if given)
To :D.I.G. I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Security Prisoner Mr. Sk. Mazibur Rahman and Mr. Shahidullah are to be produced before court tomorrow. Two officers may kindly be deputed to shadow the S. Pr. from Jail gate tomorrow at 10 A.M. on 16.12.59 to the court & back.
Sd/-16.12.59
Side note: O/C Watch for n/a please. Sd/-15/12/59
1) ASI Kazi Matiur Rahman pl. comply to S.Pr. Sk. Majibur Rahman
2) ASI Muksad Ali Mollah pl. comply to S.Pr. ANM Shahidullah Sd/-16.12 Seen. Sd/-16.12.59. Seen. Sd/-16.12.59.
To
The O/C Watch, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Sir,
I have the honour to report that on 16.12.59 at 10.00 hrs. I have been detailed at D.C. Jail Gate for shadowing the S.Pr. Mr. Sk. Majibar Rahman from D.C. Jail to Dacca Sadar Court and back to D.C. Jail. At about 12.00 hrs. the jail authority made over the said S.Pr. to police escort party, he left D.C. Jail and went to Sadar Court at about 12.15 hrs. by prisoner van under proper police escort party and entered into the court inspection room he did not appear before the magt. At about 12.30 hrs. to 15.00 hrs. suspect Zahiruddin (Advocate) associate the said S.Pr. at the court Inspr. room. At about 15.45 hrs. the said S.pr. left court and went by prisoner van under proper police escort party. At about 16.05 hrs. the said S.Pr. was made over to Jail authority by the police escort party. During the journey from D.C. Jail to Sadar Court and back to D.C. Jail nothing important to note and report.
This is for your kind information.
Submitted,
Sd/- Kazi Matiar Rahman, A.S.I
17.12.59
Side note: D.S. VI may pl. see. Ext. may go in P.F. O/C Watch, Sd/-17. 12.59. Yes pl. Sd/- D.S. VI, 17.12
–
150
Security prisoner Sheikh Mujibur Rahman released from Dacca Central Jail on 17 December 1959.
Dacca, 16 December 1959
S.S.II/D.S. (6)
As desired I went to Dacca Central Jail to interview Sk. Mujibur Rahaman, Security Prisoner, at about 12.00 hours. I found the Security Prisoner sitting in the Prisoner’s Van, which was standing at the Jail gate, on way to Dacca Court, in connection with one of his cases.
On inquiry the Security Prisoner gave out that if he is released he will reside at Dacca. I also inquired about his health. He stated that he is keeping well.
Submitted,
Inspr. 1.B.
16.12.59
Government of East Pakistan
Home (Special) Department.
Order
No. 949-H.S. Dated the 17th December, 1959.
In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 17 of the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance, 1958 (East Pakistan Ordinance No. LXXVIII of 1958), the Governor is pleased to direct that Security Prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman son of Sk. Lutfur Rahman of Tangipara, P.S. Gopalganj, District Faridpur and of Dacca, now detained in the Dacca Central Jail under order No. 663-H.S. dated the 26th September, 1959 u/s 17 of the said Ordinance be released at once.
By order of the Governor,
Sd/- M.S. Haq.
Asst. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan
Government of East Pakistan
Home (Special) Department.
From: M. Shamsul Haq, Esqr., E.P.C.S., Asst. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
To : The Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memorandum No. 950-H.S., dated Dacca, the 17th December, 1959.
Subject: Release of Sk. Mujibur Rahman under the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance, 1958.
A signed order (in triplicate) on the subject is forwarded herewith. You are requested to take necessary steps to serve the order on the above named person and report to Government in due course.
No. 950/1(8)-H.S.
Sd/- M.S. Haq,
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
Copy, with a copy of the order, forwarded for information to the:-
1. Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan, Dacca.
2. Inspector-General of Prisons, East Pakistan.
3. District Magistrate, Dacca.
4. District Magistrate, Faridpur.
5. Dy. Director, Intelligence Bureau, Government of Pakistan, Dacca.
6. Superintendent of Police, District Intelligence Branch, Faridpur.
7. Addl. Superintendent of Police, District Intelligence Branch, Dacca.
8. Inspector-General of Police, East Pakistan, Dacca.
Dacca.
The 17th December, 1959.
Sd/-
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
East Bengal Form No. 45.
TELEPHONE MESSAGE
From: Addl. S.P. D.I.B. Dacca. Addresses/(if given)
To: O/C Watch I.B. E.P. Dacca repeated to DS VI I.B
Today at about 18.30 hrs. S.Pr. Sk. Mozibur Rahman released from D.C. Jail and left for Dacca town by Jeep Car no. E.B.D. 1111.
Sd/-17.12.59
Side note: DSVI may pl. see. Watch arranged. Sd/- O/C watch, 18.12 Seen. Sd/- 18.12
Telephone Message
Received at – 19.30 Date 17.12.59
From: Addl. S.P., D.I.B., Dacca.
To: D.S.VI, I.B., E.P., Dacca repeated to O/C., Watch, I.B.
Today at about 18.30 hrs. S. Pr. Sk. Mozibur Rahman released from D. C. Jail and left for Dacca town by Jeep Car No. E.B.D. 1111. Sd/-
Side note: Seen. O/C., Watch to please place watch on him. Pl. note and send it to office for keeping in P.F. Sd/-N.M. Biswas, 18.12.59.
Seen. Watch already arranged. Sd/-19.12.
–
151
Telephone message on Sheikh Mujibur Rahman regarding his release as security prisoner.
Dacca, 17 December 1959
Office
It appears from the attached telephone message that S. Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman has been released from Dacca Central Jail on 17.12.59 at about 18.30 hrs. and he left for Dacca town by Jeep no. E.B.D. 1111 whereas his Jeep no. is 111 (E.B.D.). On the other hand a watch report speaks that one unknown person along with a lady visited the residence of Toffazzal Hussain @ Manik Miya from about 18.30 to 18.50 hrs. They went there by Jeep no. E.B.D.111. D.I.B. Dacca may be asked to ascertain the actual number of the Jeep by which Sk. Mujibur Rahman left the said Jail and the persons who were present at the Jail gate to receive the S. Pr.
Sd/-DS VI
18.12.59.
[Telephone Message dt. 17.12.59]
Phone No. 4231/18
Secret
No. 20555/606-48 P.F.(E) dt. 23.12.59
Addl. S.P. D.I.B. Dacca
Copy forwarded to for information and with the request to report the actual number of the Jeep by which Sk. Mujibar Rahman left the Jail and the names of the persons who were present at the Jail gate to receive him. Sk. Mujibur Rahman’s Jeep no. is reported to E.B.D. 111.
Sd/-19.12.59
DS VI for SS II
–
152
East Pakistan Government imposed restrictions on movement of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
Dacca, 17 December 1959
Government of East Pakistan
Home (Special) Department
Order
No. 951-HS., Dated Dacca, the 17th Dec., ’59.
In exercise of the powers conferred by section 17 of the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance, 1958 (E.P. Ordinance No. LXXVIII of 1958) the Governor is pleased to direct that the person known as Sk. Mujibur Rahman son of Sk. Lutfur Rahman of Tangipara, P.S. Gopalganj, District Faridpur and of Dacca, shall be placed under the following restrictions :-
That-
1) He shall notify immediately on the day of his release to the Supdt. of Police, District Intelligence Branch, concerned the address of the place of his residence.
2) If he intends to change his notified residence, he shall, before doing so, submit the full particulars of the proposed residence to the Supdt. of Police, Dist. Intelligence Branch, of the district. If the proposed residence happens to be situated in another district the Supdt. of Police, Dist. intelligence Branch, of the Dist. concerned should also similarly be notified.
3) He shall also similarly give prior information to the Supdts. of Police, Dist. Intelligence Branch concerned when he goes outside the station (town or village) of his notified residence and also his subsequent movements until his return to the place of his notified residence.
4) He shall not take part in political activities so long as political parties remain banned in East Pakistan.
5) He shall not directly or indirectly disseminate news or propagate opinion prejudicial to the maintenance of public order.
By Order of the Governor
Sd/- M.S. Huq
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of
East Pakistan.
Side note: I served the order on Sk. Mujibur Rahman on his being released from Jail.
Sd/-A. Jabbar Chaudhury, Dy. S.P., D.I.B., Dacca, 17.12.59.
Received one copy. Sd/- Shaikh Mujibur Rahman, 17.12.59.
Served in my presence. Sd/- Jailor, Dacca Central Jail, 17.12.59.
Government of East Pakistan
Home (Special) Department.
Memo No. 952-H.S., Dated Dacca, the 17th Dec., ’59.
From: M. Shamsul Haq, Esqr., E.P.C.S.,
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
To: The Additional Superintendent of Police, District Intelligence Branch, Dacca.
Subject: Imposition of restriction under section 17 of the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance, 1958, on Sk. Majibur Rahman of Dacca and of Faridpur.
1. A signed order (in triplicate) on the subject noted above is forwarded herewith. You are requested to take necessary steps to serve the order on the person concerned by delivering one copy to him and return a receipted copy to Government in due time.
2. Release order with the forwarding letter, addressed to the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail is enclosed herewith for delivery to the addressee. Restriction order is to be served after the service of the release order.
Sd/- M. Shamsul Huq.
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
No. 952/1(6)-H.S.
Copy with a copy of the order forwarded for information to the:-
1) Deputy Inspector-General of Police, Intelligence Branch, East Pakistan.
2) Superintendent of Police, District Intelligence Branch, Faridpur.
3) District Magistrate Dacca and Faridpur.
4) Dy. Director Intelligence Bureau, East Pakistan.
5) Inspector-General of Police, East Pakistan, Dacca.
Dacca,
The 17th December, ’59.
Sd/-
Asst. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
Side note: Pl. send a copy to DDI, Dacca who wanted it. Sd/-19.12.59.
Secret. Immediate.
Phone No. 4231/34
District Intelligence Branch
Dacca, the 18th December, 1959.
No./100-49 P.F.
To
M. Shamsul Huq, Esqr., E.P.C.S,
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan,
Home (Special) Department, Dacca.
Ref: -Your Memorandum No. 952-H.S. dated 17.12.59
In pursuance of G.O. No. 949 H.S. dated 17.12.59 Security Prisoner Sk. Mujibur Rahman, son of Sk. Lutfur Rahman of Tangipara, P.S. Gopalganj, District Faridpur and of Dacca was released from the Dacca Central Jail on 17.12.59.
After his release from the jail he was served with the restriction order imposed on him vide G.O. No. 951 H.S. dated 17.12.59 on the same date (17.12.59) by delivering one copy to him. A receipted copy of the restriction order is returned herewith as desired.
Sd/- A. Jabbar Chowdhury.
Dy. Supdt. of Police, D.I.B., Dacca.
For Addl. Supdt. of Police, D.I.B., Dacca.
18.12.59.
Secret
No. 12376/(3)/1 Dt. 18.12.59.
Copy together with a copy of G.O. No. 951-H.S. dated 17.12.59 forwarded for information to:-
1. M.S. Haider, Esqr., P.S.P., Special Supdt. of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
2. Ali Ahmed, Esqr., M.A. T. Pk., District Magistrate, Dacca.
3. M.A. Haque, Esqr., P.S.P. Superintendent of Police, Dacca.
Sd/-18.12.59
(A. Jabbar Chaudhury)
Dy. Supdt. of Police, D.I.B., Dacca.
For Addl. Supdt. of Police, DIB., Dacca.
By Spl. Messenger
Immediate
Secret
Phone No. 3844
GOVT. OF EAST PAKISTAN
Office of the Superintendent, Dacca Central Jail.
Memo. No. 1842 /Con., dated 19.12.59
To,
The Assistant Secretary to the Government of East Pakistan, Home (Special) Department, Dacca.
Sub: Release of Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman under the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance, 1958.
Ref.: Your Memo. No. 950- H.S., dated 17-12-59.
I am to report for the information of Government that G.O. No. 949- H.S., dated 17.12.59 was served on security prisoner Mr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman on 17.12.59 and he was released from detention on the same day.
One served copy of the Government order is enclosed herewith.
Sd/-M. K. Din,
Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Secret
Memo. No. 1842/4/Con., dated 19-12-59.
Copy forwarded for information to:-
1. The Inspector-General of Prisons, E.P., Dacca.
2. The Deputy Inspector-General of Police, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
3. The Superintendent of Police, D.I.B., Dacca.
4. The District Magistrate, Dacca.
Sd/-21.12.59.
Superintendent,
Dacca Central Jail.
Office:
D.I.G. desires that the terms of restriction imposed on Sk. Mujibur Rahman should be sent to all districts of the province for their information and guidance.
Pl. take immediate action.
Sd/- DS VI
24.12.59
Phone No. 4231/61
Secret/Immediate
No. 20804(17)/606-48 P.F.(E) dt.26.2.59
All S.S.P. in Charge of D.I.B.’s in East Pakistan (excluding D.I.B. Faridpur and Dacca)
I forwarded herewith a copy of Govt. order No. 951 H.S. dt. 17.12.59 regarding imposition of restriction under section 17 of the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance, 1958, on Sk. Mujibar Rahman for information & guidance.
Sd/-24.12.59
D.S VI for S.S.II
Side note: Orders below. Draft for approval pl. Sd/-24.12.59
Phone No. 4231/61.
Secret/Immediate
INTELLIGENCE BRANCH, EAST PAKISTAN
LALBAGH,
Dated Dacca, the 26th December, 1959.
No. 20804(15)/606-48 PF(E).
To
All Supdts. of Police,
In-charge of D.I.Bs (excluding DIB., Faridpur & Dacca).
I forward herewith a copy of Govt. Order No. 951-H.S. dated 17.12.59 regarding imposition of restriction under section 17 of the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance, 1958, on Sk. Mujibar Rahman for information and guidance.
Sd/-26.12.59
(N.M. Biswas)
for Spl. Supdt. of Police, (II), I.B.
East Pakistan, Dacca
Government of East Pakistan
Home (Special) Department
Order
No. 951-HS., Dated Dacca, the 17th Dec., 1959.
In exercise of the powers conferred by section 17 of the East Pakistan Public Safety Ordinance, 1958 (E.P. Ordinance No. LXXVIII of 1958) the Governor is pleased to direct that the person known as Sk. Majibur Rahman son of Sk. Lutfur Rahman of Tangipara, P.S. Gopalganj, District Faridpur and of Dacca, shall be placed under the following restrictions :-
That –
1) He shall notify immediately on the day of his release to the Superintendent of Police, District Intelligence Branch, concerned the address of the place of his residence.
2) If he intends to change his notified residence, he shall, before doing so, submit the full particulars of the proposed residence to the Superintendent of Police, Dist. Intelligence Branch, of the district. If the proposed residence happens to be situated in another district the Superintendent of Police, District Intelligence Branch, of the Dist. concerned should also similarly be notified.
3) He shall also similarly give prior information to the Superintendent of Police, District Intelligence Branch concerned when he goes outside the station (town or village) of his notified residence and also his subsequent movements until his return to the place of his notified residence.
4) He shall not take part in political activities so long as Political parties remain banned in East Pakistan.
5) He shall not directly or indirectly disseminate news or propagate opinion prejudicial to the maintenance of public order.
By Order of the Governor,
Sd/- M. Shamsul Huq
Asstt. Secy. to the Govt. of East Pakistan.
–
153
Watch report on the movement of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
Dacca, 22 December 1959
Watch reports dt. 21.12.59 for Sk. Mujibur Rahman
S.S. (2).
For perusal please.
The subject went out at 09.10 hrs. and met Mr. Salam (Ex. Minister, A.M.L.) at his house at 3/C/1, Purana Paltan Rd. He was there from 09.15 to 10.15 hrs. and returned to his house at 10.20 hrs.
Again in the afternoon he went out by Jeep at 15.30 hrs. and returned to his house by Jeep at 20.05 hrs. His contacts during this period are not known.
Sd/- 22.12.59.
N.M. Biswas.
D.S.VI.
Side note: Seen. Sd/- 22.12.59
C.R. dt. 21. 12. 59.
Hours of duty: 06.00 to 11.00 & 17.00 to 06.00 hrs.
Places of duty: 76, Segun Bagicha.
Name of suspect : Sk. Majibur Rahman (Ex. S. Pr.)
Result of Watch
At 09.10 hours. the suspect left his quarters and went to 3/C/1, West Purana Paltan Road at about 09.15 hours (House of Mr. A. Salam, Ex. Minister). At about 10.15 hours and he left the said place and retd. to his quarters at about 10.20 hours. I did duty there till 11.00 hours the suspect was not come out from his quarter again.
In the evening duty period at about 20.05 hrs. the suspect came from outside by Jeep E. B. D. No. 111 and entered into his quarters. And did duty there till 24.00 the suspect was not seen to come out from his quarter again. No known suspects and suspicious persons visited the said place during my duty periods.
Submitted,
Sd/- W.C. Abdul Aziz Miah,
I.B., E.P., Dacca.
22.12.59.
–
154
Secret report on Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and other leaders.
Dacca, 23 December 1959
Secret
606-48 PF
SS II/D.S. VI
It is learnt from a reliable source that Sk. MUJIBUR RAHMAN, Ex- Genl. Secy. of the defunct Awami league, since his release, has met MANIK MIYAN @ TAFAZZAL HOSSAIN, editor “Ittefaq”, ATAUR RAHMAN KHAN, ex-Chief Minister, ZAHIRUDDIN, ABUL MANSUR AHMAD, ABDUS SALAM KHAN all ex-ministers and ABDUL JABBAR, ex-chief Engineer at their respective residences. Capt. MANSUR ALI, ex- minister, ABDUS SALAM KHAN and ABDUL JABBAR (both mentioned) and a few others visited SK. MUJIBUR RAHMAN at his residence at Segun Bagicha, Dacca.
Of all the persons MANIK MIYAN (mentd.) expressed great sympathy for him and assured him of help whenever necessary. MANIK MIYAN informed him that Mr. H.S. SURAWARDY is expected to come to Dacca on the 7th January 1960. MUJIBUR RAHMAN told him that he would request Mr. SURAWARDY to defend his cases now sub judice in the Dacca Court. The actual purpose of Mr. H.S. SURAWARDY’s visit was not disclosed, during the conversation.
II. SK. MUJIBUR RAHMAN has also called upon the Chief Martial Law Administrator and the Chief Secy. Govt. of East Pakistan. He discussed about his cases and his job, the Chairman of the Tea Board, which he held before his arrest, with the Chief Secretary.
III. SK. MUJIBUR RAHMAN has tentatively decided to go to Faridpur as 31.12.59 to see his parents. He will take his family along with him. He will return to Dacca on 6.1.60 via Khulna and Jessore by plane.
Submitted,
Sd/-23.12.59
Inspr.
Side note: S.S. (2)
For kind perusal. Except Manik Miyan & Abdus Salam Khan, contact of this subject with others mentioned in this report did not come to the notice of the watch staff. O/C Watch may please check up & pull up the watchers concerned.
Re: Para Il
O/C Watch may note the expected visit of Mr. Suhrawardy. Dacca D.I.B. may also be informed.
Re: Para Il/
Ext. may be sent to S.S.P. Faridpur, Khulna, Jessore & Addl. S.P., D.I.B. Dacca, for information & n/a. S.P. Faridpur may further be requested to make special arrangement for watch on the subject & to report his activities to this office timely. Sd/- D.S. VI 24.12.59.
D.I.G may kindly see for information. Sd/-24.11.59.
Seen DS VI note on the margin. The watchers have been cautioned to be alert on duty. Sd/-O/C Watch, 28.12.59
[Ext. from 1.B. officer Report dt. 24.9.59]
Phone No. 4231/61
Secret/Immediate
No. 20775(3) dt. 24.12.59
SP D.I.B’s Jessore, Khulna and Addl. S.P. D.I.B., Dacca.
Copy forwarded to for information and necessary action. The activities of the subject in their respective districts should be kept under proper watch & a report submitted to this office in time (for S.S.P. Jessore and Khulna).
Sd/-24.12.59
DS VI for SS II
Side note: Reply from D.I.B. Dacca at Page 3091. Para 3. Portion marked [] of the report below. Below another Pl. Reply from at P3135. Done pl. Sd/- 24.11
–
[Ext. from 1.B. officer report dt. 24.12.59]
Phone No. 4231/68
Secret/Immediate
No. 20776/606-48 P.F.(E) dt. 24.12.59
S.P. D.I.B. Faridpur
Copy forwarded to for information and necessary action. He is requested to kindly make special arrangement for watch on the subject and report his activities timely.
Sd/-24.12
DS VI for SS II
Side note: Para 3. Portion marked [] of the report below. Reply at P 3136
Done pl. Sd/-24.12
–
155
Application of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman to SP, Dacca to get back his fire arms.
Dacca, 24 December 1959
SHEIKH MUJIBUR RAHMAN
76, SEGUN BAGICHA,
RAMNA, DACCA-2.
Dated 24.12.59.
To
The Superintendent of Police, Dacca.
Sir,
My former P.A. deposited my D.B.B.L. Gun No. 26903 and Pistol No. 693780 with Licence No. 4815 under G.D. No. 1067 dated 15.10.58 at Ramna P.S. with your permission. Now that I have been released from jail, I like to take them back for which necessary permission may kindly be given.
Thanking you,
Yours faithfully,
Sd/-Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,
24.12.59.
–
156
Three out of eleven prison diary manuscripts of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman withheld.
Dacca, 28 December 1959
DS VI
Perusal pl. of the letters below and 12 exercise books of Sk. Mujibar Rahman received from the Supdt. D.C. Jail for Censor and disposal for orders pl.
Sd/-28.12
O/C Censor to report pl. on the rules. The S.Pr. was released
17.12.59.
Sd/-DS VI 28.12.59
D.S.VI
Ref.: orders above. 11 (eleven) exercise books containing manuscript writings have been remained here from Supdt. D.C. Jail for censorship, which belong to ex. S.Pr. Sk. Mujibur Rahman. Out of the eleven 8 (eight) exercise books may be passed (separately bundled) and 3 (three) may not be passed as they contain writing reg. Jail administration, criticism of the Govt. officials for implicating him in false cases and his party (A.L) information with regard to the conflict between him and Mr. Ataur Rahman khan in c/w party’s policy etc. These 3 (three) exercise books (bundled separately) may not be handed over to him.
Sd/-29.12
Sk. Yousuf
Side note: S… Sk. Yousuf to report on this. Sd/-29.12.59
S.S. (2)
For perusal of the above notes of O/C, Censor & favour of orders. The three khatas containing objectionable writings may be withheld & the rest may be returned. If approved office may put up draft asking the S.Pr. either himself to call at the office to take the khatas or send a messenger for the same. Supdt. D.C. Jail may also be informed accordingly. The khatas were received from the jail authorities.
Sd/-D.S. VI, 29.12
The objectionable portions may be marked for the perusal of D.I.G.
Sd/-31.12.59.
O/C Censor.
Ref. your notes prepage. Pl. flag the pages with necessary notes on the flags showing objectionable portion as per order of S.S.(2) prepage part. Pl. do not put any mark on the khata itself.
Sd/- D.S. VI
31.12.59
D.S. VI.
Ref:- orders above.
1) The “elephant exercise book” vide Pages 19-24 (flagged) contains criticism against a police officer for implicating him in false cases as that police officer did not get any favour from him when he was minister of the Anticorruption department.
2) The “Radio exercise book” contains writings Jail contains writings regarding Jail administration as a whole. It discusses about the various aspects of the Jail administration including the duties and functions of the prisoners.
3) The bound red exercise book pages 7-13 (flagged) contains information regarding the internal dispute of the A.L. Party and the misunderstanding in between Sk. Mujibur Rahman and Ataur Rahman over chief Ministership of E. Pak.
Sd/-1.1.60, S.I.
–
157
Report from a correspondent of daily ‘Hindustan Standard’ on the reasons behind release of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman who was arrested soon after the imposition of Ayub Khan’s Martial Law, proposal for the release of ailing Mawlana Bhasani, endeavor of Ayub Khan to make himself popular, elections under Basic Democracy system etc.
Dacca, 29 December 1959
Hindusthan Standard dt. 29.12.59
Dacca
HOW MUJIB GOT HIS FREEDOM: AYUB’S BID FOR POPULARITY
From A Roving Correspondent
WITH the oncoming elections to the Basic Democracies system and the setting up of the Constitution Commission, certain forces, it seems, obvious, are at work in the eastern wing of Pakistan for earning popularity for Field Marshall Ayub Khan.
Shaikh Mujibur Rahman, the firebrand leader of the now liquidated Awami League, has been released from detention. He was detained in October last year soon after the imposition of Martial Law. The Charges against him were mainly corruption as a former Minister in the Awami League Government of East Pakistan. Courts heard him and repeatedly remanded him but from the beginning specific allegations of his having indulged in corruption could not be proved. His detention was, however, mainly based on the fact that he had tremendous popularity to rouse the intelligentsia and bring about a revolution against the dictatorship.
Only the other day, Shaikh Mujibur Rahman was released after the application of the provisions of the Preventive Detention laws had been withdrawn against him. The background to this release was published earlier in this column and that was that the rulers from Karachi (now Rawalpindi) were negotiating with Mujibar Rahman through Governor Zakir Husain a deal for his release. Mujib’s wife was invited to Government House. She saw her husband in the Dacca Central Jail later. Some friends were also called by the Governor and given offers to be conveyed to Mujib inside the jail. H.S. Suhrawardy, Mujib’s God-father in government politics, had also played a part in these negotiations. It was Suhrawardy who pleaded with Mujib that he should sign a bond of faith and come out of jail.
Shaikh Mujibar Rahman played his card well by telling those intermediaries who came to him from Zakir Husain that he had been lowered in prestige before his own countrymen by being accused of corruption and that it was not possible for him to go
back to the people and speak to them anything for making Ayub Khan popular with them.
Certain things in the meanwhile happened and the Dacca Court was directed by the Martial Law authorities to withdraw detention.
***
A FEW weeks ago another leader, Maulana Bhasani, was also taken out of the Dacca Central Jail and lodged in a private residence in the growing modern residential area of Dacca-Dhanmondai. The 76-year-old peasant leader who was arrested at Mirzapur in Mymensingh immediately after the imposition of Martial Law and later detained in the Dacca Central Jail was seriously ill. He had repeated attacks of high blood pressure and nearly collapsed when the authorities removed him to the Medical College Hospital. His condition did not improve and under strong police escort, he was taken to Dhanmondai and interned in a house which is isolated from the rest of the habitation in the area.
Feelers had been sent to Maulana Bhasani, too, to accept the Dictator’s regime in good grace and use his leadership to help Ayub Khan to become the popular President under the Basic Democracies system.
***
ELECTIONS under the Basic Democracies system, the setting up of the Constitution Commission and the Presidential election are all coming up one after another. Ayub Khan made a week-long tour of West Pakistan on what was officially described as a mass contact programme.
According to Ayub Khan, the Constitution Commission would be appointed by the end of March next year. He claimed during his speeches while on his mass contact tour that there was better rule of law in Pakistan than before. The rule may have been better particularly for his regime but newsmen who heard him say so at Sargodha had a squirm. What is felt in Pakistan by the intelligentsia is that there is only rule of the Dictator and law is made a handmaid of his in its execution. The courts have turned into showpieces to voice the will of the Dictator and not to dispense justice strictly according to the law of the land. In fact, the will of the Dictator is the law of the land today in the whole of Pakistan wherever there is any issue having a tinge of politics or political views which militate against the Ayubian will.
The Dictator has been asked pointed questions by journalists about the fundamental rights of the individual which he had admitted to have been taken away since he came to power and promised their likely restoration in the future constitution.
Was it not a fact that among the mass of former politicians arrested under the Safety Act there are large numbers who were just victims of authorities bearing grudge…. (missing from original document due to page damage) had no franchise rights. Nor have all those in jail under detention the right to vote. As for the victims of individual official’s grudge, Ayub Khan brushed aside the question by saying that it was not possible to verify the cases.
MORE or less, the basic fact about the elections is that people will have to vote for one party and that party is Field Marshal Ayub Khan. For good or bad, more likely for good, President Ayub Khan has to hold the reins of the country’s destiny in his hands. He has controlled chaos and proved to be a benevolent dictator and a true and zealous nationalist. But the experiment that he is making with Basic Democracies remains nebulous and unintelligible. He wants a Presidential form of government with limited franchise for the people and a constitution-making body which will be subordinate to his dictation. He would not accept any recommendation by the proposed Constitution Commission which may suggest universal suffrage. He has recently started defining the Basic Democracies system as not something that is democracy but a system to educate people in democracy. Actually he is mixing up his own theories of democracy as being the ultimate objective with his categorical declaration that people of Pakistan were not suited to democracy.
Very soon Ayub Khan will come to East Pakistan and have a second round of his mass contact tour of this province. He had done a whirlwind tour of five districts here a few months ago.
Side note: I.G. may see. Sd/- 5.1.60 Seen and report with thanks. Sd/-7.1.60.
–
158
Report on H S Suhrawardy’s expected visit to Dacca.
Dacca, 30 December 1959
Phone No. 4231/61
Secret
No. 21008/606-48 P.F. (E) dt. 30.12.59
Addl. S.P. D.I.B. Dacca
It is reported that Mr. H.S. Suhrawardy is expected to come to Dacca on the 7th January 1960. This is for your information & necessary action.
Sd/-28.12.59
for DS VI for SS II
–
159
Watch report on Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
Dacca, 31 December 1959
Secret
Phone No. 4231/34.
District Intelligence Branch
Dacca, the 31st December, 1959.
No. 12810/100-49 P.F
To
M. S. Haider, Esqr., P.S.P.,
Special Supdt. of Police,
I.B., E.P., Dacca.
Ref.:- Your memo. No. 20775(3) dated 24.12.59.
Restrictee Sk. Mujibur Rahman, son of Sk. Lutfur Rahman of Tangipara, P.S. Gopalganj, Faridpur and of Dacca left Narayanganj for Faridpur on 30.12.59 at about 23.00 hrs. by Steamer being shadowed by A.S.I. Abdur Rahim of Dacca R.I.B. His family also accompanied him.
Sd/- 31.12.59
(A. Khaleque)
Addl. Supdt. of Police,
D.I.B., Dacca.
TELEPHONE MESSAGE
Received at 13.30 Date 31.12.59
From: O/C., Watch, D.I.B., Dacca.
To: O/C., Watch, I.B., E.P., Dacca.
On 30.12.59 at 23.30 hrs. Mr. Mozibur Rahman (Ex. M.P.A.) left Narayanganj Steamer ghat by Barisal Steamer being shadowed by A.S.I. Abdur Rahman of D.I.B., N. Ganj.
This is for your kind information.
Side note: D.S. VI may pl. see. Sd/-O/C., Watch. 31.12.59. Seen to P.F. Sd/- N.M. Biswas. 31.12.