123-year-old Abbas, who used to read the Quran without glasses, has died

Abbas Pramanik, the 123-year-old man from Gurudaspur in Natore who used to read the Quran without glasses, has died (Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihi rajiun). He leaves behind two daughters, six sons, and numerous admirers.

His grandson Ripon Hossain confirmed the death to Agamir Somoy, saying he died at his own home around 6:30 pm on Monday.

This elderly man from Natore was first featured by Agamir Somoy on September 26 in a report titled "123-Year-Old Abbas Pramanik Can Read Without Glasses."

Abbas Pramanik was the son of the late Sadar Uddin of Jogendranagar village in Biaghat Union of Gurudaspur Upazila in Natore district. He was a primary school teacher by profession.

Abbas Pramanik's grandson Ripon Hossain told Agamir Somoy that his grandfather was physically well. On Sunday, his condition suddenly changed. At that time, his speech changed. At one point, he lost the ability to speak. When the authorities of the Khubjipur Elderly Care Center, which was responsible for his treatment, were informed, a doctor came and provided medical care. But he died around 6:30 pm today.

Abu Said Sarkar, general secretary of the Khubjipur unit of the elderly care center and a teacher, said he had been receiving free medical care from our care center for a long time. Upon hearing news of his illness, a doctor was sent to his home. Proper medical care was provided from our care center. He died at his own home this evening.

Gurudaspur Upazila Executive Officer Fahmida Afroz told Agamir Somoy that Abbas Pramanik was a senior person in Gurudaspur Upazila. The upazila administration always inquired about the physical condition of this elderly person. I heard the news of his death a little while ago. It is a matter of great sorrow.