- Source: Kazi Shahid Ahmed
Kazi Shahid Ahmed (7 November 1940 – 28 August 2023) was a Bangladeshi businessman journalist, sports organiser, writer, publisher and retired military officer who established the University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh, Ajker Kagoj, and the Gemcon Group.
Early life and education
Shahid was born in Jessore, British India on 7 November 1940. He studied engineering at the University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore.
Career
After graduation, Shahid joined in army and retired as a lieutenant colonel.
After retirement, Shahid founded Gemcon Group in 1979. He started publishing Ajker Kagoj in 1991. In 2002, he established University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh.
Shahid was the editor and publisher of Ajker Kagoj. He was also a founder of Dhaka Tribune and Bangla Tribune. In 1995, Shahid's first novel was released to the public. His most popular books and novels are "Amar Lekha," "Ghore Agun Legeche," "Bhairab," "Pasha," "Datey Kata Pencil," and "Opekkha."
Shahid served as an organizer for the popular Bangladeshi sports club Abahani Limited Dhaka since 1976. He played a major role in administering the football club following the death of its founder, Sheikh Kamal, during the Assassination of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. He remained involved with Abahani until his death.
Death
Kazi Shahid Ahmed died on 28 August 2023, at the age of 82.
References
Kata Kunci Pencarian:
- Mohammed Shahabuddin
- Jasraj
- Ghulam Mustafa Khan
- Kazi Shahid Ahmed
- Kazi Anis Ahmed
- Gemcon Group
- Kazi Nabil Ahmed
- Ajker Kagoj
- Deaths in August 2023
- Kazis of Bengal
- List of Pakistanis
- Mirzapur Cadet College
- Baba Adam Shahid
