Rajshahi: An ‘International Women’s Day 2026 Debate Competition’ was held at Rajshahi University of Engineering and Technology (RUET) to mark International Women’s Day. The competition was organized by the BRAC Social Compliance Program at the university hall room.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, a total of six students participated in the competition, divided into two groups representing the government and opposition teams. The panel of judges included Assistant Professor Z H M Monjur Morshed from the Department of Architecture, Assistant Professor Abu Ismail Siddiqui from the Department of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering, and Assistant Professor Aishi Jyoti from the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering.
The government team emerged as the winner of the competition. Md. Naim was selected as the best debater from the government team, while Homaira Tabassum was named the best debater from the opposition team.
At the prize-giving ceremony following the competition, Professor Dr. Md. Robiul Islam Sarkar, Director of the Student Welfare Office at RUET, attended as the chief guest. He spoke about the significance of International Women’s Day, emphasizing that men and women are entitled to equal dignity.
Prof Rabiul further highlighted the importance of ensuring respect, security, and empowerment for women as essential components for building a just and prosperous society. He asserted that the country will progress only when these values are upheld, noting that establishing women’s rights also brings positive change for men.