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ব্র্যাকঃ উন্নয়নের একটি উপাখ্যান
The story about how the world's largest NGO, BRAC became what it is.
285 pages, Hardcover
First published February 1, 2009
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About the author
Faruq Ahmed Choudhury
5 books1 followerFaruq Ahmed Choudhury was a distinguished Bangladeshi diplomat, prolific author, and dedicated social advisor. Known for his wit, professionalism, and "larger than life" personality, he played a pivotal role in shaping Bangladesh's early foreign policy and contributing to its largest non-governmental development efforts.
A social and athletic student, he was a champion tennis player during his university years. Though he was known for his love of socializing rather than strict academic discipline, he possessed a brilliant memory. In the 1955 Central Superior Services (CSS) examination, he achieved the second-highest marks in English in all of Pakistan.
Diplomatic Career and Public Service
Born on January 4, 1934, in Assam, India, heattended the Sylhet Government Pilot School and later Dhaka University, where he studied English Literature. In 1956, he entered the Pakistan Foreign Service through merit, serving in Rome, Beijing, The Hague, and Algiers before the independence of Bangladesh.
Upon the birth of Bangladesh, he became a "patriot to the core," serving the new nation for two decades in high-profile roles:
- Ambassadorial Roles: Served as Deputy High Commissioner in London, Ambassador to the UAE, and Ambassador to Brussels and the EU.
- High Commissioner to India: His final major posting before retirement.
- Foreign Secretary: Headed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and served as the Secretary-General of the first-ever - SAARC Summit in 1985.
- Conference Coordination: Successfully managed the 1983 Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers (ICFM) and the 1994 SAARC Summit.
Post-Retirement and BRAC
After retiring from government service in 1992, he transitioned into the development sector, joining BRAC as an advisor. His strategic guidance was instrumental in BRAC’s expansion and growth. He eventually served on the Governing Body of BRAC, the Board of Trustees of BRAC University, and as Chairman of Delta-BRAC Housing Company.
Literary Contributions and Awards
After retiring from government service, Faruq reinvented himself as a writer. He became a beloved columnist for the weekly Jaijaidin. Choudhury was a highly respected analyst of international affairs. He authored twelve books in Bengali, including Desh Deshantor, Priya Farzana, Nanakhan Nanakatha, and Swadesh Swakal Swajon. His literary excellence was recognized with several prestigious honors:
- IFIC Bank Literature Award (2014)
- Bangla Academy Literature Award (2016)
Personal Life
A devoted family man, he was married to Zeena (Zeenat) Chowdhury. Together they had two children, a son named Adnan and a daughter named Farzana. Faruq Ahmed Choudhury passed away on May 17, 2017, in Dhaka at the age of 83.
More:
1. Faruq Ahmed Choudhury: A consummate diplomat - Shamsher M. Chowdhury, BB: https://web.archive.org/web/202211151...
2. We mourn for Faruq Ahmed Choudhury - BRAC: https://web.archive.org/web/202602052...
3. স্মৃতির ক্যানভাসে বন্ধু ফারুক চৌধুরী - আবুল মাল আবদুল মুহিত: https://web.archive.org/save/https://...
A social and athletic student, he was a champion tennis player during his university years. Though he was known for his love of socializing rather than strict academic discipline, he possessed a brilliant memory. In the 1955 Central Superior Services (CSS) examination, he achieved the second-highest marks in English in all of Pakistan.
Diplomatic Career and Public Service
Born on January 4, 1934, in Assam, India, heattended the Sylhet Government Pilot School and later Dhaka University, where he studied English Literature. In 1956, he entered the Pakistan Foreign Service through merit, serving in Rome, Beijing, The Hague, and Algiers before the independence of Bangladesh.
Upon the birth of Bangladesh, he became a "patriot to the core," serving the new nation for two decades in high-profile roles:
- Ambassadorial Roles: Served as Deputy High Commissioner in London, Ambassador to the UAE, and Ambassador to Brussels and the EU.
- High Commissioner to India: His final major posting before retirement.
- Foreign Secretary: Headed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and served as the Secretary-General of the first-ever - SAARC Summit in 1985.
- Conference Coordination: Successfully managed the 1983 Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers (ICFM) and the 1994 SAARC Summit.
Post-Retirement and BRAC
After retiring from government service in 1992, he transitioned into the development sector, joining BRAC as an advisor. His strategic guidance was instrumental in BRAC’s expansion and growth. He eventually served on the Governing Body of BRAC, the Board of Trustees of BRAC University, and as Chairman of Delta-BRAC Housing Company.
Literary Contributions and Awards
After retiring from government service, Faruq reinvented himself as a writer. He became a beloved columnist for the weekly Jaijaidin. Choudhury was a highly respected analyst of international affairs. He authored twelve books in Bengali, including Desh Deshantor, Priya Farzana, Nanakhan Nanakatha, and Swadesh Swakal Swajon. His literary excellence was recognized with several prestigious honors:
- IFIC Bank Literature Award (2014)
- Bangla Academy Literature Award (2016)
Personal Life
A devoted family man, he was married to Zeena (Zeenat) Chowdhury. Together they had two children, a son named Adnan and a daughter named Farzana. Faruq Ahmed Choudhury passed away on May 17, 2017, in Dhaka at the age of 83.
More:
1. Faruq Ahmed Choudhury: A consummate diplomat - Shamsher M. Chowdhury, BB: https://web.archive.org/web/202211151...
2. We mourn for Faruq Ahmed Choudhury - BRAC: https://web.archive.org/web/202602052...
3. স্মৃতির ক্যানভাসে বন্ধু ফারুক চৌধুরী - আবুল মাল আবদুল মুহিত: https://web.archive.org/save/https://...
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July 18, 2015
Had nothing better to do on the eid day and decided to finish this. Top this and I will admit you have the most boring eid ever.
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