Rajshahi: World Intellectual Property Day 2026 was observed at Rajshahi University of Engineering and Technology (RUET) through various awareness programs today.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the event featured a colorful rally that started in front of the administrative building and wound around the main road of the campus. The day’s theme, “IP and Sports: Ready, Set, Innovate,” emphasized the role of intellectual property in the global sports industry, focusing on how patents, trademarks, designs, and copyrights drive innovation, technological advancements, and creative branding.
The rally and subsequent programs were led by Acting Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Md. Nurul Islam and conducted by Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) Director Professor Dr. Imdadul Haque. Key attendees included Director of Student Welfare Professor Dr. Rabiul Islam Sarker and Director of Planning and Development Professor Dr. H. M. Rasel, alongside other faculty members, department heads, teachers, students, and staff.
World Intellectual Property Day aims to raise public awareness about the impact of patents, trademarks, and copyrights on daily life and the contribution of creative individuals and scientists to societal development. The observance was initiated by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in October 1999 at the United Nations General Assembly, with April 26 chosen to commemorate the establishment of WIPO on the same date in 1970.
RUET IQAC Director Professor Dr. Imdadul Haque emphasized the institution’s commitment to organizing programs annually to educate teachers, students, and researchers on intellectual property. The day’s activities highlight the significance of protecting intellectual property rights and align with global observances of World Intellectual Property Day.