Press Release
25 October, 2026, 07:20 pm
Last modified: 25 October, 2026, 07:23 pm
Mir Abdul Awal Master, a veteran educationist and politician, died on 25 October. He was 87.
He served as headmaster of Bagoan KCVN High School in Kushtia for more than three decades.
He died at 5 am due to age-related complications, according to the press release. Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un.
A resident of Khash Mathurapur village in Daulatpur upazila of Kushtia, he devoted his life to teaching, promoting education and supporting social development.
He earned his bachelor's degree with distinction from Nawab Siraj-ud-Daulah College (NS College) in 1961. He subsequently obtained a master's degree.
During his professional career, he headed Bagoan KCVN High School for more than 30 years and mentored generations of students.
Many former students are now established in various professions in Bangladesh and abroad, contributing to society and national development.
The release remembered him as a dedicated teacher and mentor whose work reflected sincerity, integrity and a deep commitment to education. It paid tribute to his contributions to education and social progress, noting that his dedication and wisdom would continue to inspire future generations.
He was the grandfather of M Mahfuzur Rahman, head of media and public relations at Concord Entertainment Company Limited.
His death has left his family, relatives, former students, colleagues and well-wishers mourning. The statement expressed deep sorrow and extended condolences to the bereaved family.