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.[1][2]
Kazi Shahid Ahmed | |
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| Born | 7 November 1940 Jessore, Bengal, British India |
| Died | 28 August 2023 (aged 82) |
| Allegiance |  Bangladesh Pakistan (before 1972) |
| Service |  Pakistan Army Bangladesh Army |
| Years of service | 1961 - 1977 |
| Rank |  Lieutenant Colonel |
| Unit | Corps of Engineers |
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| Children | 3, including Anis and Nabil |
Early life and education
editShahid was born in Jessore, British India on 7 November 1940. He studied engineering at the University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore.[3][4]
Career
editAfter graduation, Shahid joined in army and retired as a lieutenant colonel.[5]
After retirement, Shahid founded Gemcon Group in 1979. He started publishing Ajker Kagoj in 1991. In 2002, he established University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh.[6][1]
Shahid was the editor and publisher of Ajker Kagoj.[6] 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."[6][1]
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.[7]
Death
editKazi Shahid Ahmed died on 28 August 2023, at the age of 82.[1]
References
edit- ^ a b c d "Kazi Shahid Ahmed, pioneer of modern journalism, passes away". Dhaka Tribune. 28 August 2023. Retrieved 29 August 2023.
- ^ "Kazi Shahid Ahmed turns 80". Daily Sun. 7 November 2020. Retrieved 28 August 2023.
- ^ Ahmed, Kazi Shahid (8 October 2006). ""Liberal arts is at the root of all disciplines of education"". The Daily Star. Retrieved 29 August 2023.
- ^ কাজী শাহেদ আহমেদ আর নেই. Prothom Alo (in Bengali). 28 August 2023. Retrieved 29 August 2023.
- ^ "Kazi Shahid Ahmed, editor of now defunct Ajker Kagoj, dies aged 82". bdnews24.com. 29 August 2023. Retrieved 31 August 2023.
- ^ a b c "Gemcon Group chair Kazi Shahid dies". New Age. Retrieved 29 August 2023.
- ^ "'What Kazi Shahid Ahmed did for Abahani is history'". Dhaka Tribune. 29 August 2023. Retrieved 22 September 2024.