Begum Rokeya University, Rangpur (BRUR) observed a state mourning on Wednesday as part of the national mourning declared by the Bangladesh government following the death of former Emir of Qatar Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. The national flag was flown at half-mast on the university campus, and a special prayer meeting was held at the university's central mosque.
How did BRUR pay tribute to Sheikh Hamad?
{"question":"What actions did BRUR take during the state mourning?","answer":"BRUR flew the national flag at half-mast and organized a special prayer meeting at the central mosque."}
{"question":"Who attended the prayer meeting at BRUR?","answer":"The prayer meeting was attended by the Vice-chancellor Professor Dr Md Showkat Ali, the Registrar (Additional Duty) Prof Dr Md Ferdous Rahman, along with teachers, officials, and employees."}
{"question":"When did Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani pass away?","answer":"Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani passed away on July 12, 2026, at the age of 74."}
{"question":"What was Sheikh Hamad's significance to Qatar and Bangladesh?","answer":"Sheikh Hamad was one of the architects of modern Qatar and a true ally of Bangladesh and its expatriates."}
