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Salma Khatun

b. 1983

Female train driver from Bangladesh

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About Salma Khatun

Born 1983. Salma Khatun is a Bangladeshi train driver.

Salma Khatun is the first female train driver of Bangladesh. She started work as Assistant Locomotive Master (ALM) of Bangladesh Railway in 2004. Since she became the first female ALM with Bangladesh Railway, she has been joined by at least 14 more.

Early life and education Salma Khatun was born in the village of Arjuna in Bhuapur Upazila, Tangail District She was studying for an honors degree at Jagannath University when she applied for a job with Bangladesh Railway in 2003. She continued her studies after she got the job in 2004, eventually completing a BSS, BEd, and master's degree from Kabi Nazrul Government College.

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Important facts

Born
1 June 1983, Tangail District
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Train driver
Nationality
Bangladesh

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Salma Khatun?

Female train driver from Bangladesh

When was Salma Khatun born?

Salma Khatun was born on 1 June 1983 in Tangail District.

What is Salma Khatun's occupation?

Salma Khatun is a train driver.

What nationality is Salma Khatun?

Salma Khatun is Bangladeshi.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Salma Khatun

· Wikidata: Q31734367

· DBpedia: Salma Khatun (train driver)

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