Faruk Khan

Faruk Khan (born 18 September 1951) is a Bangladeshi politician and former Minister of Civil Aviation and Tourism of Bangladesh Government.[1] Khan is a Parliament member of Bangladesh Government and former Commerce & Industry Secretary of the Awami League.[2]

Faruk Khan
Minister of Civil Aviation and Tourism
In office
2008?  ?
Personal details
Born (1951-09-18) 18 September 1951
Dhaka, East Bengal, Dominion of Pakistan
NationalityBangladeshi
Political partyAwami League
Spouse(s)Nilufar Faruk Khan
ChildrenQantara K Khan
Qareena K Khan

Early life

Khan was born on 18 September 1951 in Dhaka to his parents Serajul Karim Khan and mother Khaleda Karim Khan. He holds a Masters in Defense Studies from Defense Services and Staff College in Mirpur.[3] He was commissioned from 44 PMA long course in the corps of infantry on 26 March 1971 . He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel on 15 May 1995 from Bangladesh Army.[4][5]

Political career

Khan was parliament member and the Minister of Civil Aviation and Tourism of Bangladesh government. He was elected from the seat of Gopalganj-1[6] with 99% votes the third time in a row at 29 December 2008's National Election. Khan pledged that the reduction of prices of basic foods and commodities are a priority in his term.[7]

Personal life

Khan is married to Nilufer Faruk Khan, a social worker. Together they have two daughters Qantara K Khan and Qareena K Khan.[8]

See also

References

Political offices
Preceded by
G M Quader
Minister of Civil Aviation and Tourism
2012-present
Succeeded by
Incumbent


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