Tofayel Ahmed, a prominent figure in Bangladesh's political landscape, passed away on Monday after a prolonged illness. He was 82 years old. Ahmed had been in declining health since the beginning of 2024, spending most of his time under medical supervision.
Born on October 22, 1943, in Bhola, Ahmed began his political career as a student leader, becoming the vice-president of the Dhaka University Central Students' Union in 1969. He formally joined the Awami League in 1970 and held various significant positions within the party, including being a member of the advisory council.
Ahmed served as a Member of Parliament nine times and held ministerial positions multiple times. Despite his contributions, he became marginalized within the party, particularly after the 1/11 events, when he and other senior leaders were labeled as'reformists' and subsequently sidelined.
Throughout his career, Ahmed was a close associate of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and played a crucial role in the country's liberation war. His political journey, marked by both triumphs and challenges, leaves a lasting legacy in Bangladesh's political history.





























