The veteran politician, former Minister of State for Housing and Public Works, and distinguished freedom fighter, Advocate Abdul Mannan Khan, has passed away. He breathed his last at approximately 6:00 PM on Tuesday, 10 February 2026, while undergoing treatment at Square Hospital in the capital. He was 73.
A Final Battle with Health
Mr. Khan had been contending with various age-related complications for an extended period. His youngest son, Hasib Mahmud Khan Anindya, confirmed that his father had recently suffered a severe brain stroke, which led to his hospitalisation. As his condition deteriorated, he was moved to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and subsequently placed on life support.
Medical professionals reported that while on life support Tuesday afternoon, he suffered a fatal cardiac arrest. His passing marks the end of a prolific era for his constituency and the political landscape of Bangladesh.
A Legacy of Service and Activism
Abdul Mannan Khan’s journey was defined by an unwavering commitment to public service, beginning in his student days. He rose to prominence as the Central President of the Bangladesh Students’ Union, later transitioning into the senior leadership of the Bangladesh Awami League.
During his illustrious career, he served three terms as the party’s Office Secretary and held prestigious positions within the Presidium and the Advisory Committee. His tenure as a Member of Parliament for the Dhaka-1 (Dohar-Nawabganj) constituency was particularly noted for transformative infrastructure and educational reforms.
Key Milestones and Contributions
| Category | Details & Achievements |
|---|---|
| Political Offices | Former Minister of State (Housing & Public Works); 3-time Office Secretary (Awami League). |
| Constituency | Dhaka-1 (Dohar-Nawabganj). |
| Education | BA & MA in Bengali Literature (DU); LLB (DU); Higher Degree in Political Economy (Moscow). |
| Civic Roles | Vice-President of Supreme Court Bar Association; President of Russia-Bangladesh Friendship Society. |
| War Service | Gallant Veteran of the 1971 Liberation War. |
Academic Brilliance and Personal Life
Beyond the political arena, Mr. Khan was a man of profound intellect. After completing his legal and literary studies at the University of Dhaka, he pursued advanced research in Moscow, specialising in Global Politics. This international perspective allowed him to serve effectively as the President of the Russia-Bangladesh Friendship Society.
He is survived by his wife, two sons, and a vast network of admirers. His death has cast a somber shadow over Dohar, Nawabganj, and the wider political fraternity, where he was revered as a principled leader and a dedicated patriot.
“My father dedicated his life to the soil and the people of this nation. We ask for the prayers of the entire country for the peace of his departed soul.” — Hasib Mahmud Khan Anindya
