National Sports Awardee and Athletics Icon Shamima Sattar Mimu Passes Away
MediaXTrand reports on the passing of national sports awardee and Athletics Icon Shamima Sattar Mimu Passes Away.The Bangladesh sports community is in mourning following the sudden passing of Shamima Sattar Mimu, a legendary figure in the nation’s athletics history and a recipient of the National Sports Award. According to a press release from the Bangladesh Athletics Federation (BAF), Mimu breathed her last on Friday night, March 13, 2026, at approximately 11:00 PM. She was 68 years old.
MediaXTrand reports the cause of death was reported as a sudden cardiac arrest at her residence in the capital. Her passing marks the end of an era for Bangladesh athletics, where she served as a pioneer, mentor, and administrator for over four decades.
A Lifetime Dedicated to the Track and Field
Shamima Sattar Mimu’s influence on Bangladesh sports extended far beyond her days as a competing athlete. She was widely respected for her technical expertise and her commitment to nurturing the next generation of talent.
- Administrative Excellence: She served as a long-standing member of the BAF Executive Committee and was the former Deputy Director (Training) at the Bangladesh Krira Shikkha Protishtan (BKSP).
- Technical Authority: Mimu was a fixture in both national and international arenas, serving as a high-level coach and a certified judge for numerous prestigious athletics competitions.
- National Recognition: Her lifelong dedication to the development of sports was honored with the National Sports Award, the highest recognition for sporting excellence in Bangladesh.
Tributes Pour in from the Sporting World
Following the news of her death, a wave of condolences has swept through the sports fraternity. The BAF President, General Secretary, and various BKSP officials expressed deep shock and sorrow, noting that her contributions to the development of athletics will be “remembered forever.”
“Shamima Sattar Mimu was not just an administrator; she was a backbone for our female athletes and a source of vast technical knowledge,” stated a senior BAF official. “Her absence leaves a void that will be incredibly difficult to fill.”
| Role | Organization |
| Former Executive Member | Bangladesh Athletics Federation (BAF) |
| Former Deputy Director | BKSP (Training) |
| Awardee | National Sports Award |
| Specialization | Athletics Coaching & International Officiating |