Shakib thanks students, requests to go back home

Sports Desk: Bangladesh’s T20 captain Shakib Al Hasan, has vowed to stay with the students regarding the protests for safer roads and requested them to go home and focus on their studies.

The ace allrounder is currently in Florida where Tigers are playing a T20 series against the West Indies.

Shakib relayed his message via a facebook post.

He wrote, “I am currently in Florida. In this important moment I have a message for my young fans.”

“On 29th July, I was very saddened by the deaths of two students Dia and Abdul Karim after a bus ran over them at the Airport road. When I saw that their classmates went on protest to bring to justice those who were responsible and called for safer roads, I was filled with pride as a citizen of Bangladesh.

“If I was in the country, I would have come myself to collect your autographs.

“I want to thank you for your efforts and want to let you know that your demands are being met."

He acknowledged that the Prime Minster already provided financial help to the families of the deceased students and urged the protesters to return to their studies.

“The route permit of the accused transport company has been annulled and five have been arrested. At this moment, it is my earnest request that you go back to classes and focus on your studies.

“What you did will be part of this country’s history. The movement will be successful through you going back to your studies.

“Your demands are being met and will be met. You will find me beside you if your demands are not fulfilled,” wrote the cricketer.”

risingbd/Dhaka/August 03, 2018/A K Azad