Remembering the legacy of our Father of the Nation, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahaman, on his 41st death anniversary a discussion session on his life and works was organized by BRAC University on August 14, 2016 at BRAC University Indoor Auditorium.
The discussion, participated by teachers and students of BRAC University, was focused on remembering and paying tribute to Bangabandhu. Professor Dr Hafiz G.A. Siddiqi, Professor Dr Akbar Ali Khan, Professor Dr Mirza Md Azizul Islam, Professor Dr Salehuddin Ahmed of the BRAC Business School, BRAC University were the key discussants.
Professor Hafiz G. A Siddique, in his speech, remembered how visionary Bangabandhu was to promote science and technology education in early 70s and his willingness to facilitate BUET at that time. The Bangladesh today has universities on Engineering and Technology, which has rooted from that initiative.
Professor Dr Akbar Ali Khan said that Bangabandhu’s biography is an honest confession of a leader who was open and transparent at all times. He encouraged all to read Bangabandhu’s biography. The discussants shared their precious memories of working with Bangabandhu and how rightful he was in his decisions at all times.
Dr Mirza Md Azizul Islam particularly praised the human qualities of Bangabondhu. Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed mentioned the leadership role of Bangabandhu to build the foundation of the country. The discussants hoped that modern day the teachers and students would be able to learn the greatness of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and will be able to create a country that he dreamt of – “the best way to pay respect is to materialize the dream of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman to create a developed Bangladesh.”
Honorable Vice Chancellor of BRAC University Professor Syed Saad Andaleeb, Ph.D. in his concluding speech, talked about the supreme quality of leadership which Bangabandhu showed at the age of 51 (during time of our liberation in 1971).
The event concluded with a short video on the life and works of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. The video presentation was prepared by the students of BRAC University Film Club.