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DHAKA, Oct 12, 2024 (BSS) - The 45th death anniversary of Mukundalal Sarker, 
a prominent leader of anti-British Movement and a war veteran of 1971, will 
be observed tomorrow. 

He was born in 1909 at Dharmaryer Bari village under Muksedpur upazila of 
Gopalganj district. During his long political career, he played an important 
role in building a strong resistance against the imperialist forces and 
actively participated in the movement against Zamindary system. He was 
detained several times for his role against the British rule.

Sree Sarker was imprisoned under defense of Pakistan rule in 1965. 
As part of social welfare activities, Mukundalal Sarker established several 
colleges, high schools and primary schools in different areas of Gopalganj 
and Khulna districts.
 
On the occasion, special prayers and religious ceremonies will be held at 
Dharmarayer Bari village in Muksudpur. Additionally, a charitable initiative 
will take place at the Highsur Old home in Kasiani upazila of Gopalganj 
district to mark the day.