Syed Shamsul Haq

Syed Shamsul Haq (1935–2016) was a Bangladeshi writer. He was awarded Bangla Academy Literary Award in 1966, the Ekushey Padak in 1984 and the Independence Day Award, Bangladesh’s highest civilian award, in 2000 for his contributions to Bangla literature. His notable works include Payer Awaj Pawa Jai, Nishiddho Loban, Khelaram Khele Ja, Neel Dongshon and Mrigoya.