Legacy & Family
Honoring the lives and contributions of Laura Mohiuddin’s parents

Mohiuddin Ahmed
Freedom Fighter & Diplomat
Mohiuddin Ahmed (1942–2022) was a Bangladeshi diplomat and freedom fighter. He was the first Bangladeshi diplomat in Europe to defect from the Pakistan High Commission and join the Liberation War in 1971.

Sohail Akhter Panna
Educator, Author & Founder of Spectrum International School
Sohail Akhter Panna (1950–present) is an educationist and writer. She founded Spectrum International School in Dhanmondi, after an earlier venture Blooming Buds Preparatory School.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Laura Mohiuddin’s family legacy
Who was Mohiuddin Ahmed?
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Mohiuddin Ahmed (1942–2022) was a freedom fighter and diplomat who defected from the Pakistan High Commission in 1971 to support Bangladesh’s liberation movement. He served as Foreign Secretary of Bangladesh and held diplomatic posts in multiple countries.
Who was Sohail Akhter Panna?
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Sohail Akhter Panna (1950–present) is an educator, school founder, and author. She established Spectrum International School and authored two books. She has been dedicated to education and literature throughout her life.
Are Mohiuddin Ahmed and Sohail Akhter Panna related?
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Yes. Mohiuddin Ahmed and Sohail Akhter Panna were married and are remembered through their legacy in education, diplomacy, and literature. Their daughter Laura Mohiuddin maintains their memory and this tribute.