The 2nd death anniversary of eminent journalist AUM Fakhruddin will be observed today (Monday).
Starting his news media journey as a convener of 'Kochi Kanchar Asor' in 1958, Fakhruddin wrote numerous articles for the now defunct dailies --The Pakistan Observer, The Morning News and the Bangladesh Times.
He held important posts at various national dailies. Besides, he was a correspondent of The Daily Mirror (London) from 1969 to 1975.
Fakhruddin's Bengali translation of Shakespeare's "Sonnet" was published before his graduation.
Noted British journalist and author John Pilger had devoted about three pages of his famous book, "Heroes", to Fakhruddin with a photograph of him. The book contained first-hand account of contemporary world events. It was first published by Jonathon Cape, London, in 1986, and by Pan Books Limited, London in 1989.
A song of patriotic inspiration "O Amar Bangla Ma Tor Akool Kora Rooper Shova", written by him was recorded in 1972. It gained immense popularity at home and aboard.
Later, he worked as an Associate Editor of the Weekly Holiday until his death.
On the occasion, Qurankhwani and Doa Mahfil will be held at his Dhanmondi residence in the city.
Relatives and well-wishers have been requested to pray for the departed soul.