Four July warriors ingest poison over 'lack of govt support'

This news article from the Dhaka Tribune reports that four young men who lost their eyesight during Bangladesh's July 2024 uprising ingested poison on May 25, 2025, while undergoing treatment at the National Institute of Ophthalmology and Hospital in Dhaka. The incident occurred during a meeting with the CEO of the July Shaheed Smrity Foundation, reportedly triggered by frustration over the government's failure to provide adequate medical care and rehabilitation nine months after their injuries. All four were transferred to Shaheed Suhrawardy Medical College Hospital and are in stable condition. Main Topics The poisoning incident: Four "July warriors" (uprising participants) deliberately ingested poison in protest at the hospital Government inaction: The victims alleged repeated unfulfilled promises regarding advanced treatment and rehabilitation support Hospital conditions: The facility houses 55 patients injured during the uprising, with many reluctant to leave due to fears about lack of rehabilitation and unresolved issues outside the hospital

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