BSS-39 EX-JU Prof Abdul Kaium passes away

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EX-JU Prof Abdul Kaium passes away

SAVAR, June 12, 2020 (BSS) – Former Jahangirnagar University
Professor Dr. Md. Abdul Kaium of Bangla department passed away at his
own residence in the capital on Friday.

He was 87.

He left behind two sons, two daughters, a host of relatives and
well-wishers to mourn his death.

Professor Abdul Kaium, who went on retirement in 1995, wrote
numerous books and received many awards for his contribution to Bangla
literature.

He was buried at city’s Azimpur graveyard this afternoon.

JU Vice-chancellor (VC) Professor Farzana Islam expressed profound
shock at the death of Professor Abdul Kaium.

In a condolence message, the VC said, “With his death, we have lost
a noted researcher of Bangla literature. He was a role model to the
students and teachers for his dedication to teaching and research.”

He would be remembered for his activities and teaching methodology, she said.

She also prayed for eternal peace of the departed soul and conveyed
sympathy to the bereaved family.

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