Who: Ishmat Ara Al Jalila, 83, a former teacher and the mother of Bangladesh Table Tennis Federation vice-president Khandakar Hasan Munir — What: died this morning in Dhaka after a battle with cancer, the Bangladesh Olympic Association (BOA) said in a press release on Dec. 18.
- Fast Facts
- Age: 83
- Cause: Cancer
- Role: Former teacher at Rajarbag Police Lines School and College
- Family link: Mother of Khandakar Hasan Munir (former BOA executive member; vice-president, Bangladesh Table Tennis Federation)
- Response: BOA president Waker-Uz-Zaman, Secretary General Jubaidur Rahman and staff expressed deep shock and sorrow
The Legacy
Ishmat Ara Al Jalila was remembered for a lifetime of service in education and as a respected matriarch within Dhaka’s sporting community. Her top contributions include:
- Longstanding educator at Rajarbag Police Lines School and College, shaping generations of students.
- Support and guidance to her son Khandakar Hasan Munir, who rose to leadership roles in Bangladesh’s table tennis and Olympic circles.
- A valued community figure whose passing prompted an official BOA tribute.
Social Proof: Reactions and Tributes
The BOA issued an official condolence message noting that its president, Waker-Uz-Zaman, Secretary General Jubaidur Rahman, officials and employees were “deeply shocked and sorrowful” at her death and conveyed sympathy to the bereaved family. The press release emphasized the organization’s respect for Jalila’s life and service and extended support to her relatives during this difficult time.
Family members, colleagues and members of the sporting community are expected to announce funeral and mourning arrangements through the family and BOA channels. The association’s public statement underlines the impact Jalila had on both education and the national sports fraternity.
Our condolences go out to Ishmat Ara Al Jalila’s family, students and colleagues.
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