Veteran Journalist Amir Khasru Passes Away

He had been hospitalized for several days with a serious illness. Amir Khasru worked for Voice of America and several other media organizations during his long career. He is survived by his wife, one child and many well-wishers.

Prime Minister Tareq Rahman expressed deep sorrow over his death. In a condolence message, he prayed for the departed soul and offered his sympathy to the journalist’s family, colleagues and well-wishers.

The prime minister said Amir Khasru’s long contribution to journalism would always be remembered. He added that Khasru’s work consistently supported democracy, truth and reason, and that his death had left a great void in the country’s journalism community.