Billal of Chandpur dug the graves of 308 people free of cost

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Billal Hossain Khan of Chandpur buried 308 people completely free of charge. This 66-year-old man rushed to the news and dug a grave to satisfy himself. He started this work from the age of 16.

Billal Hossain Khan said, I used to work as a magic wand maker with the Tipparas. One day I went to the big mosque in Hajiganj to offer Friday prayers. I couldn’t prostrate at that time. Then the imam of the mosque advised me to dig a grave for free. And from that I started this work. I used to keep track of how many graves I dug so far in my diary. Although now the diary has been burnt.

Billal Hossain Khan is the son of Idris Khan of Baher Khalishaduli area of ​​Ward No. 13 of Chandpur Municipality. He was born on November 9, 1960. Currently he is living with 2 sons and 1 daughter.

Billal Hossain said, since my wife died, I can no longer dig graves due to age. But when people call, I still run. I used to work as a security guard in the Water Development Board. But I retired from there too.

He also said, I have witnessed many miracles while digging graves. Digging a grave in my life doesn’t take any measurements. I understand how to dig the grave with my eyes. People pray for me in this work, this is the strength of my life.

Billal Hossain said about his desire, I would feel happy if I got any recognition in this work. Now I pray and manage my family in the midst of poverty.