Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Sunday expressed profound shock and sorrow at the death of Ekushey Padak recipient physician Dr Mirza Mazharul Islam.
In a condolence message, the Prime Minister recalled with respect his contributions to the medical sector.
Sheikh Hasina prayed for the salvation of his departed soul and expressed deep sympathy to the bereaved family.
Dr Mazharul Islam, who was undergoing treatment at the capital's BIRDEM General Hospital due to old age complications since September 30, breathed his last on Sunday at the age of 93.
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