BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman on Thursday expressed deep shock at the death of Inquilab Moncho spokesperson Sharif Osman Hadi, calling him a brave political activist and a clear, fearless voice against injustice.

In a condolence message posted on his verified Facebook page, he said, “I am deeply saddened by the tragic killing of Sharif Osman Hadi. May Allah grant his soul forgiveness and place him in Jannat.”

The BNP leader also said this untimely death is a grave reminder of the human cost of political violence.

“Hadi was a brave political activist and a clear, fearless voice who always stood up against injustice,” he said.

After the July mass uprising, Tarique said, as the spokesperson of Inquilab Moncho, he played an incredible role in defending the rights of the July fighters, upholding democratic values, and protecting national interests. “I express my deepest condolences to the grieving family, loved ones, and fellow activists.”

He also call upon the interim government to conduct quick investigation, with the utmost priority, so that perpetrators are apprehended, punished and justice is served.

“Together, we must safeguard every citizen and prevent any such incident aiming to destabilise Bangladesh and undermine our democratic aspirations,” Tarique said.

Sharif Osman Hadi emerged as a key figure during the July Uprising and served as the convenor of Inqilab Moncho.

He was also preparing to contest the upcoming 13th national parliamentary election.

On 12 December, he was shot at close range while travelling in a rickshaw in Bijoynagar, Dhaka.

Two men on a motorcycle opened fire and fled the scene, leaving him critically injured. He was taken to Dhaka Medical College Hospital and later to Evercare Hospital before being moved to Singapore, where he died on Thursday night while receiving treatment.