Rajshahi: With colorful arrangements and day-long programmes, ‘University Day 2026’ was celebrated at Rajshahi University of Engineering and Technology (RUET). Today, the day was observed through the successful implementation of programmes with the participation of teachers, students, officers, employees, and guests of the university. The formalities of the day began at 9:30 am today with the hoisting of the national flag and the university flag in front of the administrative building. At that time, the day was welcomed by releasing three doves by the Chairman of the University Grants Commission (UGC) Professor Mamun Ahmed, Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. S M Abdur Razzak, and Pro Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Akhtar Hossain along with other dignitaries.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, after the initial ceremonies, a prayer in memory of the martyred students and a tree plantation program were held on the RUET premises. This initiative highlighted the message of remembering the martyrs who contributed to the needs of the country and society, as well as promoting environmental conservation. Later, guests observed the research poster and startup module exhibition at the university cafeteria, where students presented their various research and innovative initiatives.
The invited guests emphasized the importance of research and innovation practices among students. Additionally, free blood and eye check-up services were provided in a campaign organized by the blood donor organization ‘Nirob’. A colorful joyous rally was brought out in front of the administrative building at 10:30 am, with the participation of teachers, officers, employees, and students, parading through various roads of the campus.
A discussion meeting, painting exhibition, and prize distribution ceremony were held in the conference room on the occasion of ‘University Day 2026’. The closing ceremony was attended by the chief guest, Chairman of the University Grants Commission (UGC), and chaired by the Vice-Chancellor of the University, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Deans of various faculties, and other teachers and students. Participants of the university took part in the discussion meeting, where guests highlighted RUET’s education, research, innovation, and technological advancement.
Emphasis was placed on the university’s current achievements, future prospects, and further expanding RUET’s role in the country’s engineering and technology sector. UGC Chairman Professor Dr. Mamun Ahmed, in his speech as the chief guest, expressed optimism about the research and various initiatives of the students, stressing that the goal of research should be to solve real problems and benefit people. He emphasized that university education should not be focused solely on obtaining a certificate but should aim to cultivate individuals with ethics, human values, and a sense of responsibility towards society.
RUET Vice-Chancellor Professor Abdur Razzak expressed hope that UGC will continue to support RUET and other universities in research and innovation. He highlighted the collective efforts of the RUET family-teachers, students, officers-employees, and former students-in advancing the institution’s position on the international stage. He expressed hope for the continuous efforts of teachers and students in RUET’s journey of excellence.
In the concluding part of the program, prizes and honors were distributed among the winners who participated in various events including painting. The administration expressed its determination to make the day memorable through the distribution of food among orphans tomorrow.