First death anniversary of business leader Syed Manzur Elahi observed

The first death anniversary of Syed Manzur Elahi, one of Bangladesh’s most respected industrialists and a key figure in the country’s business, financial, and social development, was observed on Thursday with due respect and remembrance.

Best known as the driving force behind Apex Footwear Limited, Elahi helped build one of the country’s leading footwear brands and a major exporter in the global leather industry, according to a media release.

He also played an important role in strengthening Bangladesh’s financial sector through his founding involvement in institutions such as Mutual Trust Bank and Pioneer Insurance Company Limited.

Beyond business, Elahi served two times as an adviser to the caretaker government of Bangladesh in 1996 and 2001, overseeing several key ministries, including communications, shipping, civil aviation and tourism, posts and telecommunications and housing and public welfare works.

Born to a distinguished family, he was the son of Sir Syed Nasim Ali, the chief justice of undivided Bengal.

Elahi began his career at British American Tobacco before entering the leather industry in Dhaka’s Hazaribagh area, a move that later led to the establishment of a successful footwear and leather enterprise.

He also contributed to the development of education and civil society through his association with institutions such as East West University, Sunbeams School, Manusher Jonno Foundation and Freedom Foundation, Diabetic Association of Bangladesh and many numerous organizations and foundations.

Syed Manzur Elahi’s legacy continues to inspire on Sunday youth entrepreneurs and leaders across Bangladesh.