The government has appointed distinguished intellectual, prominent author, and renowned researcher Abul Quasem Fazlul Huq as the President of Bangla Academy.

The Ministry of Cultural Affairs issued a notification on Sunday (Oct 24) confirming his appointment for a term of three years.

According to the notification, Abul Quasem Fazlul Huq has been appointed as President of Bangla Academy under Section 6(1), 6(2), and 6(3) of the Bangla Academy Act-2013 (Act No. 33 of 2013), with effect from the date of assuming office.

The order specifies that his duties and responsibilities as President will be governed by the provisions of the ‘Bangla Academy Act, 2013’.

BDST: 1415 HRS, OCT 27, 2024
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