Mahbub Uddin Ahmed
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Mahbub Uddin Ahmed is a veteran of the Bangladesh Liberation War and a former police officer.[1] He is known for leading the guard of honour at the swearing-in ceremony of the Mujbnagar government, the wartime government of Bangladesh.[1][2] He was awarded the third-highest gallantry award of Bangladesh, Bir Bikrom.[1]
Mahbub Uddin Ahmed Bir Bikram | |
|---|---|
| মাহবুব উদ্দিন আহমেদ | |
| Military career | |
| Allegiance | Bangladesh |
Branch | East Pakistan Police / Bangladesh Forces |
Service years | 1971 |
Conflicts | Bangladesh Liberation War |
| Awards | Bir Bikram |
Career
At the start of the Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971, Ahmed served as the police chief of the Jhenaidah sub-division.[3]
Ahmed joined the armed struggle after the war began and was crucial in assisting senior leaders, including Tajuddin Ahmad and Amir-ul Islam, in crossing into India for diplomatic support.[3]
Ahmed is best known for presenting the guard of honour to acting president Syed Nazrul Islam at the historic Mujibnagar oath-taking ceremony on 17 April 1971.[4][3][5] The day is commemorated as Mujibnagar Day.[6]
A road in Chaklapara, Jhenaidah, was named after Ahmed.[1] He unveiled the plaque on 29 November 2020, recalling memories of the war alongside family members, veterans, local Awami League leaders and public representatives.[1]