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Syed Shamsul Haq, one of Bangladesh’s best known writers, passed away on 27 September 2016 in Dhaka, Bangladesh following a brief illness. He was 81.

About Syed Shamsul Haq 
• He was Born on 27 December 1935 in Kurigram in then Bengal Presidency of British India. 
• His notable works include Boishakhey Rochito Ponktimala, Ekoda Ek Rajjey, Birotihin Utsab, Protidhwonigon and Opor Purush. 
• He also wrote innumerable patriotic songs of immense beauty which inspired the 1971 Liberation War fighters. 
• He was also awarded with various awards including- Bangla Academy Literary Award (1966), Ekushey Padak (1984) and Swadhinata Padak (2000), the highest civilian award of Bangladesh.

Abhaneri’ Festival Began In Dausa 
i.Abhaneri’ festival would be held at the Abhaneri village in Dausa district, Rajsthan to promote rural tourism in the area for two days.

ii.The Department of Tourism, Government of Rajasthan in collaboration with the Dausa District Administration organized the annual event.

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