Dhaka, June 17 -- Sripur (Gazipur) Correspondent :

My father, Md. Ismail Hossain, was not only my biological father he was the embodiment of values, humility, and kindness. He remains the greatest inspiration in my life. On August 12, 2014, he left this world for his eternal abode. His funeral was held that afternoon on the grounds of Kachom Ali National Ideal School in Sripur, Gazipur a school established in my grandfather's name. He was laid to rest in our family graveyard at Tepirbari village, as light rain gently fell from the sky. It felt as if the heavens themselves were weeping for him. Nearly seven thousand people from all walks of life attended his funeral.Later, on August 16, his Qulkhwani took place at the same school grounds....