Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Wednesday expressed profound shock and sorrow at the death of eminent playwright and director Mannan Hira.
In a condolence message, she said the nation will remember his unique contributions to the country’s drama field, including street drama movement.
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Sheikh Hasina prayed for the salvation of the departed soul and conveyed deep sympathy to the bereaved family.
Mannan, who received the Bangla Academy Award, passed away at a city hospital at 9pm on Wednesday.
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