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Shamsur Rahman’s 98th birth anniv today

Published : Friday, 23 October, 2026 at 9:53 AM

Observer Online Report

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The 98th birth anniversary of celebrated Bangladeshi poet Shamsur Rahman, known as the “poet of the city,” is being observed today.

He was born on October 23, 1929, in Mahut Tuli, Dhaka. His nickname was Bacchu. His parents were Mokhlesur Rahman Chowdhury and Amena Begum. He dropped the family title “Chowdhury” from his name to pursue a career as a writer.

Growing up in Dhaka, Rahman captured the joys and sorrows of urban life in his poetry. His works also reflected significant moments in the struggles and movements of the Bengali people.

His first poetry collection, *Prothom Gaan Ditiyo Mrittyur Agey*, was published in 1960. He published 66 poetry collections, four novels, an essay collection, a book of rhymes and six translated works.

Rahman received several awards, including the Independence Award and Ekushey Padak. He died on August 17, 2006.

-AJM

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