Habibullah Bahar Chowdhury
Politician and first health minister
Born
1906
119 years ago
Died
April 15th, 1966
59 years ago — 60 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Pakistan
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A Bengali politician and writer, served as the first health minister of East Pakistan. Contributed to journalism through various writings and advocated for health reforms during the early years of the region. Participated actively in the political landscape of East Pakistan, engaging in discussions surrounding health and welfare issues. His work laid a foundation for subsequent developments in the region's healthcare system. Continued to influence political dialogue until his death in 1966.
Served as the first health minister of East Pakistan
Contributed writings to various journals
Engaged in political advocacy for health reforms
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