About Habibullah Siraji
Lived 1948 – 2021 (aged 72). Habibullah Siraji was a Bangladeshi and Pakistani poet and writer.
Habibullah Sirajee (31 December 1948 – 24 May 2021) was a Bangladeshi poet. He was awarded Ekushey Padak in 2016 by the government of Bangladesh for his literary contribution. He was the director general of Bangla Academy from 20 December 2018 until his death. He was also president of Jatiya Kabita Parishad (National Poetry Council).
Awards Jessore Sahitya Parishad Award (1987) Ekushey Padak (2016)
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Who was Habibullah Siraji?
former Director General of Bangla Academy
When was Habibullah Siraji born?
Habibullah Siraji was born on 31 December 1948 in Faridpur District.
When did Habibullah Siraji die?
Habibullah Siraji died on 24 May 2021 in Dhaka.
What was Habibullah Siraji's occupation?
Habibullah Siraji was a poet and writer.
What nationality was Habibullah Siraji?
Habibullah Siraji was Bangladeshi and Pakistani.
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