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Akbar Hossain was born on 2 November, 1941 in Comilla, Bengal Presidency, British India (Now, Chittagong, Bangladesh), is a Bangladeshi politician. Discover Akbar Hossain's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 64 years old?
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64 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Scorpio |
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2 November, 1941 |
| Birthday |
2 November |
| Birthplace |
Comilla, Bengal Presidency, British India (Now, Chittagong, Bangladesh) |
| Date of death |
25 June, 2006 |
| Died Place |
Dhaka, Bangladesh |
| Nationality |
India
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Akbar Hossain Height, Weight & Measurements
At 64 years old, Akbar Hossain height not available right now. We will update Akbar Hossain's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
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Who Is Akbar Hossain's Wife?
His wife is Sultana Akbar
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Sultana Akbar |
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Akbar Hossain Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Akbar Hossain worth at the age of 64 years old? Akbar Hossain’s income source is mostly from being a successful politician. He is from India. We have estimated Akbar Hossain's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
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$1 Million - $5 Million |
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Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
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politician |
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Timeline
Bir Protik Akbar Hossain (18 January 1941 – 25 June 2006) was a Bangladeshi politician of Bangladesh National Party.
He served as the minister of Minister for Shipping, Minister for the Environment and Forests and Minister for Petroleum and Mineral Resources.
Hossain was born in Kashari Patty on 18 January 1941, in Comilla District.
Hossain joined the army at Kakul Military Academy in Pakistan in May 1966, after his commission, he was posted to the 31 Baluch Regiment.
While serving, he studied for his bachelor's at the University of Dhaka, receiving the degree in 1969.
Hossain joined the War of Independence in 1971 first under Khaled Musharraf and then with the Z force headed by Ziaur Rahman.
He was decorated for gallantry, receiving the 'Bir Protik' for his role in the War.
After independence was won, he took voluntary retirement from the Bangladesh Army at the end of December 1973, after attaining the rank of lieutenant colonel.
Hossain then became actively involved in politics and helped form the United People's Party (UPP) in January 1974.
He went on to become the Vice-President of the UPP.
In 1977, the UPP merged with the Jatiyatabadi Front, Hossain left and joined Bangladesh National Party (BNP) and played a crucial role in its founding.
He was first made Special Secretary and then held the position of Joint Secretary General and was one of the Vice-Presidents of the BNP up until his death.
In 1978, Hossain was appointed as the minister for Petroleum and Mineral Resources under the government of President Ziaur Rahman.
Hossain was first elected a Member of the Bangladesh Parliament in 1979, he represented the Comilla 8th constituency in the 2nd Jatiyo Sangshad elections, a seat he was re-elected to four times.
During the military dictatorship of General Hossain Mohammad Ershad, Akbar Hossain was jailed on five separate occasions for coming into conflict with the regime.
After the ending of the military dictatorship and the election of Khaleda Zia, the country's first female Prime Minister.
Hossain returned to government as Minister for the Environment and Forests in October 1993.
In October 2001, Hossain was appointed Minister for Shipping after the BNP led four-party alliance won the 8th Jatiyo Sangshad elections, with a two-thirds majority and Khaleda Zia became the Prime Minister of Bangladesh for the third time.
He died in Dhaka in 2006 following a massive heart attack.
