Syed Atik: Former founding Headmaster of Shaheed Smriti High School, noted social worker and educationist Alhaj Md. Siddiqur Rahman Master passed away due to old-age complications at 2:30 am on Sunday. He was 85. Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilaihi Rajiun.

He is survived by three sons, a host of relatives, well-wishers and former students.

The namaz-e-janaza of the deceased was held on Sunday after Zohr prayers at Pathanpara Mukti Baitun Noor Jame Mosque. Later, he was laid to rest at the Morkun City Corporation Graveyard.

Late Alhaj Siddiqur Rahman Master was the father of Mohammad Nazimuddin, Headmaster of Future Map School, and Md. Nazmul Haque Rasel, Managing Director of the institution.

Leaders of various political, social and educational organizations have expressed deep shock and condolences at his death.