Khondaker Mostaq Ahmad 1918 – 1996

Biography

Khondaker Mostaq Ahmad was born on January 1, 1918, in Daudkandi Upazila, a region in what would later become Bangladesh. He devoted much of his life to political service, eventually rising to prominent national leadership during a transformative period in his country’s history.

Ahmad served as President of Bangladesh during a significant period from August 15 to November 6, 1975. This brief but notable tenure came during the early years of the independent nation, a time of considerable political change and nation-building. His leadership reflected his commitment to public service and his involvement in shaping the country’s institutional development during its formative decades.

Khondaker Mostaq Ahmad spent his later years in Dhaka, where he remained active in civic life. He passed away on March 5, 1996, leaving behind a legacy as a political figure who played a role during Bangladesh’s crucial early years of independence. His life spanned nearly eight decades, witnessing and participating in pivotal moments in his nation’s history.