Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen has expressed deep shock and sorrow at the death of Anita Chowdhury, wife of the late founder chairman of Square Group Samson H Chowdhury.
In a condolence message on Monday, the Foreign Minister said ‘Square Mata’ Anita Chowdhury has not only contributed to the success of the Square Group she set an example in the country's industrial and commercial expansion.
Besides, she was very generous and sincere in helping the poor and helpless people of the country, Momen said.
The Foreign Minister prayed for the eternal salvation of the departed soul and expressed sympathy to the bereaved family members.
Anita Chowdhury passed away on Sunday while under treatment at Square Hospital in the capital.
Anita Chowdhury was a philanthropist and widely known as ‘Square Mata.’
Anita is the mother of Samuel S Chowdhury, chairman of Square Group, Square Pharmaceuticals Vice Chairman Ratna Patra and Managing Director Tapan Chowdhury, and Anjan Chowdhury, managing director of Square Toiletries.