Professor Md. Ataur Rahman Biswas, chairperson of the Islamic History and Culture (IHC) department at Dhaka University and convener of the University Teachers’ Link (UTL), passed away early Wednesday morning at the age of 61.
According to his family, he died in his sleep while staying at the Karamjal Tourist Centre in the Sundarbans.
University sources stated that Professor Ataur Rahman had been at the centre to attend a workshop organised by the Faculty of Arts of Dhaka University.
He is survived by his wife, a son, a daughter, other relatives, and a large number of students and well-wishers.
Dhaka University Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Niaz Ahmed Khan expressed deep sorrow over the loss. In a condolence message, he noted that Professor Ataur Rahman made remarkable contributions to education and research and played key roles in academic and administrative initiatives, including addressing several recent crises faced by the university.
The Vice-Chancellor prayed for the eternal peace of the departed soul and conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family.
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