Jhenaidah, July 22 -- The district administration has decided to remove the existing sculpture of Bir Shrestha Hamidur Rahman in Jhenaidah and replace it with a new one that more accurately reflects the War of Liberation hero's appearance.

The new sculpture is expected to be installed and unveiled at a suitable location in the town before Victory Day to be celebrated on December 16.

The decision was taken at a preparatory meeting held with Deputy Commissioner Md Noman Hossain in the chair at his office.

Officials, family members of Bir Shrestha Hamidur Rahman, freedom fighters, journalists and representatives of political and social organisations attended the meeting.

A 15-member committee has been formed to finalise the design of the...