Tanzir Islam Britto
Md Tanzir Islam Britto is a renowned Bangladeshi writer, blogger, activist, and physician, born in Chittagong in 1990, and known by his alias "সিডাটিভ হিপনোটিক্স." Britto has made a name for himself in Bangladesh for his activism and writing about politics, satire, and movie critiques.[1]
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Education
Britto received his early education in Mumbai, attending Bangladesh Bank High School and Bombay Scottish School. He later attended Ideal College, completing his HSC, and earned his MBBS degree from SSMC. Britto then went on to complete his postgraduate training in nephrology from Dhaka Medical College, as well as advanced training in endocrinology from Birdem.[2]
Books
- The Starry Night Cafe
- Medical Journals of Tanzir Islam Britto
Blogging
Britto started blogging in 2007 and has been writing about politics, satire, and movie critiques since then. He has contributed articles to various newspapers such as Jugantor, Bangladesh Pratidin, and online news portals. He is a contributing writer for EArki and has published his work in the renowned daily newspaper Prothom Alo and many web news portals and magazines.
Shahbag Movement
In 2013, Britto played a crucial role in organizing the Shahbag Movement, which was one of the most significant mass movements in Bangladesh's recent history. However, he was under surveillance by a terrorist group after his involvement in the Shahbag Movement. Britto is also known for organizing a protest against Bangladesh being removed from Test cricket status. He has a significant presence on social media, particularly on Facebook, where he has a large fan base and regularly writes on various topics.
Medical career
Britto is currently working as a nephrologist and has a private practice. Despite his busy schedule, he continues to be an active blogger and activist.
Personal life
Britto is a very private person, despite his public persona. He is the only son of his parents, with his father working in the banking sector, and his mother being a retired SP. Britto was diagnosed with lymphoma, a type of blood cancer, during his childhood, which strengthened his resolve to become a doctor. He is a big fan of the poet Jibonanando Das and enjoys watching documentaries, movies, and TV series
