Dhaka University Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. Md. Akhtaruzzaman condoled the death of renowned novelist and Ekushey Padak winning writer Rizia Rahman.
In a condolence message today 17 August 2019 Prof. Dr. Md. Akhtaruzzaman expressed his profound shock at death of noted and popular novelist Rizia Rahman. He said Rizia Rahman started her literary works including novel, short story, poem, essay and children friction since 6os. She received many prestigious awards for her contribution to our literature. She will be remembered for her literary works in the days to come, DU VC said.
Prof. Akhtaruzzaman prayed for eternal peace of the departed soul of Rizia Rahman and expressed sympathy to the bereaved family members of the deceased.
It may be mentioned here that Rizia Rahman (80) died yesterday, 16 August 2019 at a hospital in the city.
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(Mahmood Alam)
Director
Public Relations Office
University of Dhaka