Dhaka, March 12 -- Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus has expressed immense grief over the demise of notable industrialist and former caretaker government advisor Syed Manzur Elahi. In a condolence letter, he referred to Elahi as a unique figure in Bangladesh's entrepreneurial sector.

Yunus said, "He was a patriotic businessman. He made significant contributions to the development of the nation's leather sector. His tireless efforts led Apex Footwear to become the nation's top shoe exporter."

The condolence message further said that in 1996, Elahi served as the caretaker government's advisor for the ministries of communications, shipping, civil aviation and tourism, posts and telecommunications, and housing and public works. After that, he se...