About Mazharul Islam
Lived 1929 – 2003 (aged 74). Mazharul Islam was a Bangladeshi poet, academic, writer, ethnologist and non-fiction writer.
Mazharul Islam (1 July 1929 – 14 November 2003) was a Bangladeshi poet, folklorist, and academic. He served as the vice-chancellor of the University of Rajshahi. In 1972, he was appointed as the first Director General of Bangla Academy.
Education and career Islam obtained his PhD in Bengali literature in 1958 and another Ph.D. in folklore studies from Indiana University Bloomington in 1963.
Personal life and legacy Islam was married to Nurjahan Mazhar. Shovon Islam is the founder and owner of the garments conglomerate Sparrow Group. He is married to BNP leader Shama Obaid, the daughter of KM Obaidur Rahman.
In 2009, "Mazharul Islam Kabita Puruskar", an annual award to inspiring poets, was introduced by Islam's family.
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Who was Mazharul Islam?
Bangladeshi poet and academic
When was Mazharul Islam born?
Mazharul Islam was born on 1 July 1929.
When did Mazharul Islam die?
Mazharul Islam died on 14 November 2003 in Bangkok.
What was Mazharul Islam's occupation?
Mazharul Islam was a poet, academic, writer, ethnologist and non-fiction writer.
What nationality was Mazharul Islam?
Mazharul Islam was Bangladeshi.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Mazharul Islam (poet)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Mazharul Islam. https://biography.guide/mazharul-islam/
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