M. A. Mannan (neurologist)
M. A. Mannan | |
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Born | c. 1932 |
Died |
Dhaka, Bangladesh | 16 July 2016 (aged 84)
Resting place | Banani Graveyard, Dhaka |
Nationality | Bangldeshi |
Occupation | Educator, politician |
Awards | Ekushey Padak |
M. A. Mannan (c. 1932 – 16 July 2016) was a Bangladeshi educator. He was a Bangladesh Awami League Advisory Council member and former lawmaker. He was awarded Ekushey Padak in 2015 by the Government of Bangladesh for his contribution to education.[1]
Career
Mannan was an elected Awami League Member of the Parliament (MP) from Kishoreganj-2 (Katiadi-Pakundia) constituency in 2001 and 2008.[2] He was the founding Head of Department of Neurology of Institute of Post Graduation and Medical Research (now named BSMMU). He was the founder-president of Neurology Foundation, Dhaka and Epilepsy Association of Bangladesh.[2] He was also the founder of Bangladesh Tourism.[3]
Mannan founded Dr Abdul Mannan Mohila College.[4]
References
- ↑ "Poet Nurul Huda among 15 named for Ekushey Padak 2015". bdnews24.com. 8 February 2015. Retrieved 25 July 2016.
- 1 2 "Language Movement veteran Prof Dr MA Mannan's burial tomorrow". Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha. 18 July 2016. Retrieved 26 July 2016.
- ↑ "Ex-MP Dr Mannan passes away". Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha. 16 July 2016. Retrieved 26 July 2016.
- ↑ "President mourns death of Abdul Mannan". Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha. 17 July 2016. Retrieved 26 July 2016.
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