Dhaka, July 12 -- The 90th birthday of Al Mahmud, the poet of love, affection, nature and prayer, was observed on Friday.

Family members, admirers and well-wishers of Al Mahmud paid tributes to him placing floralwreaths on his grave at Dakshin Morail in Brahmanbaria in the morning.He was born on this day in 1936 in Maurail, Brahmanbaria. Fans and followers of the poet celebrated the day in separate events.

Marking the day, a discussion, remembrance and recitation program were held at the International Mother Language Institute in the capital at 4 pm. Eminent figures of art and literature were present at this programme organized by Kaler Kalas and Kaler Dhwani.

Besides, Bangla Academy sources said that a special seminar will be organize...