Dhaka:The 52nd death anniversary of Farrukh Ahmad, a prominent figure in modern Bengali literature, will be observed tomorrow. Known as the poet of the Muslim renaissance, Farrukh Ahmad passed away at Eskaton Garden in Dhaka on October 19, 1974.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Farrukh Ahmad was born on June 10, 1918, in Majhail village of Magura. He was celebrated for his unique poetic style, his rich linguistic contributions to modern Bengali poetry, and his works that embodied Islamic ideals, humanism, equality, and resistance to oppression.
Throughout his career, Ahmad remained outspoken against exploitation and injustice, voicing his opinions during critical periods such as the Language Movement of 1952 and the Liberation War of 1971. His notable poetry collections include "Sat Sagorer Majhi" (1944), "Sirajam Munira" (1952), "Naufel O Hatim" (1961), and "Hatemtayi" (1966). He also authored children's works like "Pakhir Basa," "Harf-er Chhara," and "Chharar Asar."
Farrukh Ahmad's literary excellence was recognized with several prestigious awards. He received the Bangla Academy Award in 1960, the President's Award Pride of Performance in 1961, and both the Adamjee and UNESCO awards in 1966. Posthumously, he was honored with the Ekushey Padak in 1977 and the Independence Award in 1980 for his significant contributions to Bengali literature.