United News of Bangladesh (UNB) newsroom on Thursday held a doa mahfil and condolence meeting in memory of its Bogura Correspondent Abul Kalam Azad, who passed away earlier this month.
UNB Editor-in-Chief Enayetullah Khan joined the meeting virtually and expressed deep sorrow over Azad's death.
Mufti Faizullah Faizi of Siddheswari High School Jame Masjid led the doa and munajat, seeking eternal peace for the departed soul and blessings for all.
Members of the UNB family expressed profound grief over Azad's death and prayed for the eternal salvation of his soul. They also conveyed their heartfelt condolences to his bereaved family.
Azad had served UNB with dedication and distinction as its correspondent in Bogura, an important northern district, for many years.
He began his journalism career with Bogura-based daily Satmatha. He also served several terms as treasurer of the Bogura Press Club.
During his long career in journalism, Azad earned a reputation as a trusted and reliable source of news from the district. He is survived by a son, a daughter and many relatives.