National Professor Dr Malik no more

Founder of the National Heart Foundation and National Professor Dr Abdul Malik has passed away. He was 94.

He died while undergoing treatment at the National Heart Foundation at around 9:40am on Tuesday, according to a press release. He was the founder and chairman of the foundation.

PM Sheikh Hasina mourns

Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has expressed deep shock and sorrow at the death of the founder of Dr Abdul Malik.

In a condolence message, the premier said Dr Malik was the pioneer of cardiovascular disease treatment in Bangladesh, adding, "He was a successful doctor, renowned teacher and social worker as well."

She said Dr Malik has been awarded and appreciated in various ways for his philanthropic activities.

"His contribution to the field of cardiovascular disease treatment in Bangladesh will be remembered forever," Sheikh Hasina added.

The prime minister prayed for the eternal peace of the departed soul and conveyed deep sympathy to the bereaved family.

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