Happy Birthday Dear Elder, Respected Kalim Sarwar: All people grow up, but not all can become a part of history. All people gain positions, but not all can earn respect. All people become known, but not all can make a place in the heart. In every era, some people are born, who make their name an institution with their work, honesty, wisdom and personality. Kalim Sarwar is such a rare personality in the journalism arena of Chittagong, whose name makes one bow in respect. Today is his birthday. This day is a day of joy and pride not only for his family, but also for his numerous well-wishers, colleagues, fellow journalists and people who love him. Because Kalim Sarwar is not just a person; he is a witness of a time, a teacher of a generation and a shining symbol of the moral strength of journalism. In the path of life, we get to know many people. Some come for a moment, and then disappear into the depths of time. But some people remain deep in the heart, in the pages of memory and in the highest seat of respect. Kalim Sarwar is one of them. Every time I saw him, I felt that true politeness, true knowledge and true personality never introduce themselves through words; rather, his presence becomes his identity. His smiling face, humble behavior, compassionate speech and deep thoughtfulness easily endear him to people. His name is a glorious chapter in the history of Dainik Purbkon. He did journalism at a time when news was the language of people’s conscience, truth was the greatest strength of journalism and morality was the ornament of the profession. Kalim Sarwar was one of the news warriors of that time. He knew that journalism was not just a profession; it was a responsibility to people. Therefore, he never compromised with the truth. He never bowed his head in front of injustice. He never let himself be swept away by the current of opportunism. His pen was the voice of conscience, his position was for justice, his courage was an unwavering commitment to truth. While serving as the president of Chittagong Press Club, he showed that leadership does not mean just a chair; Leadership means responsibility, sacrifice, courage and accountability to colleagues. Under his leadership, the journalistic community got direction, got courage and got a respectable position. Recently, I had the good fortune to meet him after a long time at a social event. There was an atmosphere of joy, exchange of greetings, and a crowd of people. But even in that crowd, he stood out. Because some people’s personalities are so bright that their presence illuminates the entire environment. I had the opportunity to talk to him for a while that day. The sincere assessment he made about my writing touched me deeply. What greater achievement can there be for a writer than this, when an experienced, knowledgeable and respected journalist recognizes his hard work and dedication! Honestly, when you see people like Kalim Sarwar Bhai, you feel that the world is still beautiful. Values are still alive. Honesty has not yet been defeated. There are still some people whose lives inspire the new generation to be honest. In today’s time, when principles and ideals are questionable in many cases, people like Kalim Sarwar reassure us. They teach that people are raised by their character, not their wealth. It is not his power that makes a person respected,His honesty. It is not his position that makes people remember him, but his actions.
His long career is not just the history of journalism; it is the history of struggle, the history of morality and the history of working for the people. His every step, every decision and every position is instructive for the new generation. Today, on his birthday, I want to say one thing from the bottom of my heart – we are fortunate, because we have found such a person in our time, who is a shining symbol of the dignity, courage and humanity of journalism. May Allah Almighty fill him with health, longevity, peace and respect. May his life be more enlightened, his wisdom guide many more people, may his experience inspire the journalists of the future. Time changes everything one day. But the names of some people become part of history beyond the boundaries of time. Kalim Sarwar is one such name – a name with which honesty, courage, wisdom, leadership and genuine love for people are associated. Happy birthday, dear elder. May you be healthy, be well, live long. May your enlightened path, your fearless pen and your human personality be a beacon of inspiration for the lost people of the future. With deep respect, sincere love and endless good wishes—
Md. Kamal Uddin is a writer, journalist, researcher, television presenter, and human rights activist and organizer.