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Family Stories
The history our elders carry — told in their own words, so it's never lost to the next generation.
The history our elders carry — told in their own words, so it's never lost to the next generation.
As told by Sultana Phupu, youngest daughter of Kazi Sayed Anwarul Haque
The ancestral roots of our family stretch back to the Hijaz region, specifically to present-day Mecca and Medina, where our ancestors on my father's side originated. As descendants of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, we hold the esteemed title of Sayeds.
During the reign of Emperor Akbar, our forefathers migrated to Delhi via Iraq and served as respected Qazis in the Mogul court — a position equivalent to chief justices. They were well-educated in Islamic law and the Hanafi Madhab fiqh, which later led to their appointment as Qazis of the Jessore/Khulna suba (province).
The Moguls gifted them a vast piece of land, which they used to establish the grand village of Paigaam Kasbah. This village, approximately 450 years old, was the first Muslim settlement in the region. Our family's legacy includes the high school, graveyard, and masjid property, all under the Kazi family waqf.
My father, Kazi Sayed Anwarul Haque, was a civil servant who retired as the postmaster general. He was a man of strong principles and integrity, who valued women's education and independence.
As we reflect on our heritage, I advise future generations to aim high, contribute to society, and remain humble. Make dua for our family, both living and deceased.
Afzal Ul Haque — jurist, Fulbright scholar, father
Our father, Afzal Ul Haque, served as President of Bangladesh's Income Tax Appellate Tribunal. A Fulbright scholar and lifelong believer in fairness and education, he raised nine children who each carry forward the values he modeled — honesty, hard work, and care for family. Read more on his full profile.
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