Noted educationist Professor Dilara Hafiz. Photo: Collected

DHAKA, Mar 28, 2026 (BSS) - Disaster Management and Relief Minister Asadul 
Habib Dulu today expressed deep shock and sorrow at the death of noted 
educationist Professor Dilara Hafiz, spouse of Jatiya Sangsad Speaker Major 
(retd.) Hafiz Uddin Ahmad, Bir Bikrom.

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

He said Dilara Hafiz was a distinguished educationist and a dedicated social 
worker whose contributions to the education sector would be remembered with 
respect.

The minister noted that her love for people, deep commitment to education and 
tireless efforts for the welfare of students made her a revered and admirable 
figure.

"With her death, the education community has lost a wise, caring and 
responsible guardian. This loss is irreparable," he said, adding that her 
ideals should not only be remembered but also followed.

Professor Dilara Hafiz passed away at Singapore General Hospital at 11:29am 
[Bangladesh time] today while undergoing treatment at the age of 78.

She was former Director General (DG) of the Directorate of Secondary and 
Higher Education and ex-principal of Eden Mohila College.