Abu Asad Mohammed Obaidul Ghani

Abu Asad Mohammed Obaidul Ghani (1903–1973), also referred to as A.M.O. Ghani, was an Indian politician, belonging to the Communist Party of India.

Youth Obaidul Ghani's grandfather, Maulvi Elahad, had moved from Darbhanga, Bihar to Calcutta in the mid-19th century. He obtained 524 votes (0.88%). As a politician, he obtained significant popularity for his provision of medical services to the poor people of Calcutta. The union was affiliated to the All India Trade Union Congress. He managed to defeat Mohammed Nizamuddin in the 1972 West Bengal Legislative Assembly election and regained the Entally seat.

Death and legacy Obaidul Ghani died following an attack of coronary thrombosis on 24 September 1973. After Obaidul Ghani's death, a by-election was held for the Entally seat on 3 June 1974. The by-poll was won by Sachindra Kumar Dhar. The new name was issued on 1 April 1974. There is also a "Dr. A.M.O. Gani Memorial Primary School" and a "Dr. A.M.O. Gani Memorial Girls School" in Ballygunge.