Dhaka: President Mohammad Abdul Hamid and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Sunday expressed deep shock at the death of veteran Awami League leader Suranjit Sengupta.

‘Suranjit Sengupta was not only a political leader but also a veteran parliamentarian. He played a significant role in framing the county’s first constitution,’ the president said in a condolence message.

He added that the people will remember Suranjit Sengupta for his outstanding contribution to the country’s parliamentary politics.

‘The death of this veteran parliamentarian is really an irreparable loss to the country’s political arena,’ he added.

The President prayed for salvation of the departed soul and conveyed deep sympathy to the bereaved family members.

However, in a condolence message, the prime minister recalled the political career of Suranjit Sengupta, saying that his death is an irreparable loss to the country’s political arena.

‘The country has lost a dedicated politician, while Awami League has lost a dedicated leader in his death,’ she said.

Sheikh Hasina also remembered his contributions to strengthening parliamentary democracy and said he played a significant role in framing the country’s first constitution.

‘The country has also lost an experienced parliamentarian in his death,’ she said.

Sheikh Hasina prayed for salvation of the departed soul and conveyed profound sympathy to the bereaved family members.

Awami league Advisory Council Member Suranjit Sengupta, also a former minister died of lung cancer at Labaid Hospital early on Sunday at the age of 77.