DHAKA, June 12, 2022 (BSS) - President of Bissonathpur Upazila Awami League (AL) of Sylhet District and heroic freedom fighter Punky Khan passed away on Saturday.

He was 75, family sources said.

He breathed his last while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Sylhet.

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

Awami League (AL) General Secretary and Road Transport and Bridges Minister Obaidul Quader expressed profound shock and sorrow at his death.

In a condolence message, Quader prayed for the eternal peace of the departed soul and conveyed deep sympathy to the bereaved family.