Mufti Habibur Rahman, a central executive member of Bangladesh Khelafat Majlis and a prominent Islamic scholar from Muktagacha in Mymensingh, passed away on Sunday night at his home after falling ill. He was 57 years old and is survived by his wife and three sons. His funeral prayer is scheduled for Monday after the Zuhr prayer at his residence in Garai Kutir, Muktagacha, followed by burial in the family graveyard.

Bangladesh Khelafat Majlis Secretary General Maulana Jalaluddin Ahmad expressed deep sorrow over the death, describing Mufti Habibur Rahman as a dedicated scholar, principled organizer, and steadfast worker of the Islamic movement. In a statement to the media, he praised Rahman’s contributions to religious preaching, organizational duties, and his exemplary personal character marked by humility and piety.

The party leader said Rahman’s death is not only a loss to his family and organization but also to the broader religious community. He prayed for the departed soul’s forgiveness and requested the nation to join in prayers for him.