DU retired professor Dr. Sirajul Haque passes away ; VC expresses condolences
DU Correspondent
Dr. Sirajul Haque, retired professor of the Department of Soil, Water and Environment, Dhaka University, passed away at 3:20 am today, Thursday (Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihi raji'un), while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in the capital.
He was 73. He is survived by his wife, one son, one daughter, as well as numerous students, relatives and well-wishers.
Dhaka University Vice Chancellor Prof Dr. ABM Obaidul Islam has expressed deep grief over the death of Dr. Sirajul Haque, retired professor of the Department of Soil, Water and Environment. In a condolence message, the Vice Chancellor said that he was a renowned soil scientist and a dedicated teacher and researcher. He has published 170 research articles in various journals in the country and abroad. He will be remembered for his extraordinary contribution to education and research.
The funeral prayer of the deceased was held at the Curzon Hall premises of Dhaka University on Thursday ( Sept 10, 2026 ) at 11 am.
