Kazi Shahid Ahmed

Kazi Shahid Ahmed (7 November 1940 – 28 August 2023) was a Bangladeshi businessperson, journalist, sports organiser, writer, and publisher. He is well known for the establishment of University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh, Ajker Kagoj, and Gemcon Group.

Early life and education
Shahid was born in Jessore, British India on 7 November 1940. He studied engineering at the University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore.

Career
After graduation, Shahid joined in army and retired as a lieutenant colonel.

After retirement, Shahid founded Gemcon Group in 1979. He started publishing Ajker Kagoj in 1991. In 2002, he established University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh.

Shahid was the editor and publisher of Ajker Kagoj. He was also a founder of Dhaka Tribune and Bangla Tribune. In 1995, Shahid's first novel was released to the public. His most popular books and novels are "Amar Lekha," "Ghore Agun Legeche," "Bhairab," "Pasha," "Datey Kata Pencil," and "Opekkha."

Death
Kazi Shahid Ahmed died on 28 August 2023, at the age of 82.