17 June 2025

FF Sakhina Begum known for killing Razakars passes away

By Redoy K

Sakhina Begum, renowned for killing five Razakars with a sword during Bangladesh’s 1971 Liberation War, died today in Kishoreganj’s Nikli upazila. Known as “Khatki Begum,” she joined the war after her nephew’s martyrdom, initially serving as cook and informant before her famous act of vengeance. A state funeral is being arranged for the childless widow who became a symbol of courage.READ FULL