Accra:Varendra University World Food Day was marked at Varendra University with a series of events organized by the Nutrition and Food Engineering Program. The celebration included a rally, a food product exhibition, and a seminar.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the day's events commenced at 1000 AM with a lively rally starting from the University Plaza. The rally saw participation from notable figures such as the University's Vice-Chancellor, Professor Khademul Islam Molla, the Dean of the Faculty of Science and Technology, Professor Baitul Mokaddeshur Rahman, and the Coordinator of the Nutrition and Food Engineering Program, Dr. Sultana Razia, alongside other faculty members and students.
Following the rally, the Vice-Chancellor officially opened the event by releasing doves and cutting a cake. During the exhibition, students showcased their innovative and self-created food products across 11 stalls, which were judged on aspects such as innovation, taste, presentation, and poster content.
The event concluded with a seminar titled "Food Management in Bangladesh Challenges and Prospects," held in the university auditorium. Professor Khademul Islam Molla delivered the inaugural address. The seminar featured guests including Md. Sharif Hossain, Assistant Director at BSTI, Dipproajit Sarker, Food Safety Officer, Monirul Hasan, Factory Manager at Square Food and Beverage, Engineer Akib Abrar, Program Officer at Nutrition International, and Engineer Jahangir Alam Sabuj, Founder of Amayra Fruits. The speakers discussed key issues such as food security, quality control, and the potential and challenges within Bangladesh's food industry.
The event concluded with an award ceremony announcing the winners of the Food Product Exhibition.