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Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Sunday expressed deep sock and sorrow at the death of prominent novelist Rabeya Khatun.
In a condolence message, she said Rabeya Khatun will be remembered for her literary works and creativity.
The Prime Minister prayed for the eternal salvation of the departed soul and expressed sympathy to the bereaved family.
Eminent novelist Rabeya Khaun died at her Banani residence in the city on Sunday at the age of 85.
Rabeya was accorded numerous prizes and honours, including Swadhinata Puraskar, Ekushey Padak and Bangla Academy Literary Award for her writing.
She contributed a lot to development of Bangla literature through her writings.
Born in Bikrampur in 1935,Rabia wrote novels, short stories and novels for teenagers. Popular novels written by her include ‘Megher Pore Megh, Madhumati and Kokhono Megh Kokhono Brishti.
Alongside her writing career, she was also involved in teaching and journalism.
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