DHAKA, July 24, 2021 (BSS) - Awami League General Secretary and Road Transport and Bridges Minister Obaidul Quader today expressed profound shock and sorrow at the death of Ekushey Padak winning noted folk singer Fakir Alamgir.

In a condolence message, Quader prayed for eternal peace of the departed soul and conveyed deep sympathy to the bereaved family, said a press release here.

Fakir Alamgir, who emerged as Gono Sangeet (the songs of the masses) singer for his outstanding contributions to inspiring the people to join the country's 1971 Liberation War, passed away around 10.56 pm on Friday night while undergoing treatment at Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the United Hospital in the city at the age of 71.

He is survived by his wife, three sons and a host of relatives and well-wishers.