By Renowned Bangladeshi poet and freedom fighter Al Mahmud has finally been honored with the Independence Award, a long-overdue recognition, according to his admirers. While the poet never wrote for awards, his fans and fellow writers believe such recognition encourages future generations.His son, Mir Mohammad Monir, expressed mixed emotions, saying the family is delighted but wishes the honor had come earlier. “We can now share this joy before Eid,” he told The Daily Star. Regarding the use of the award money, he stated that the family would discuss it together.At the award ceremony at Osmani Memorial Auditorium, Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus praised Al Mahmud’s literary contributions, acknowledging how his poetry has inspired many.
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Source : The Daily Star
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