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Former lawmaker Altafur Rahman dies
DHAKA, 23 Nov, 2018, (BSS) – Altafur Rahman, a freedom fighter and former
lawmaker, died at a hospital in Florida, USA on Wednesday night.
Rahman died in a hospital of Orlando city of Florida of the United States
of America at the age of 87, said a press release.
He left behind his wife, a son and a daughter, a host of relatives and
admirers to mourn the death.
His Namaz-e-janaza will be held today at Orlando city, the release added.
Finance Minister Abul Mal Abdul Muhith and Chairman of Bangabandhu
Foundation Professor Dr. AK Abdul Momen today expressed deep shock and sorrow
at the death of Rahman.
In a condolence message, they prayed for the eternal peace of the departed
soul and conveyed sympathy to the bereaved family.
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