"Although he was a businessperson, he surpassed that limitation and won the hearts of millions across the country through his wider involvement in social and humanitarian activities," they said in the meeting held at the playground of Ispahani Public School and College (IPSC) in the port city.

Organised by IPSC authorities, the meeting was attended by Food Minister Abdullah Al Noman as chief guest and City Mayor ABM Mohiuddin Chowdhury as special guest.

Abdullah Al Noman said Sadri Ispahani would remain alive in our memory for his philanthropic activities.

Mohiuddin Chowdhury said Sadri Ispahani was a true friend of the distressed humanity.

Resident Editor of the Prothom Alo Abul Momen said Sadri Ispahani and his family are an inseparable part of our history.

PHP Group Chairman Mizanur Rahman called Sadri Ispahani a visionary personality.

Former ambassador Ataur Rahman Khan Kaiser and cultural activist Shantanu Biswas also spoke on the occasion.

Managing Director of Ispahani Group Mirza Salman Ispahani presided over the meeting while Principal of IPSC Hasina Zakaria delivered the address of welcome.