Seminar on "Environmental Concerns and Remedies in Bangladesh" Held at World University of Bangladesh

The Department of Textile Engineering and Fashion Design of World University of Bangladesh (WUB) organized a seminar on 3^rd Oct, 2026, titled "Environmental Concerns and Remedies in Bangladesh" on its SDG 15 Project 3 Life on Land at the university auditorium. Students from various departments participated in the programme, which aimed to foster scholarly engagement with the environmental challenges confronting Bangladesh and to examine sustainable pathways for the country's industrial sector, particularly textiles and apparel.

Syful Alam Mallick, Regional Compliance and Sustainability Manager (Bangladesh, India and Pakistan) at Auchan Retail International, delivered the keynote presentation as the speaker. Drawing on his professional experience in global supply chain compliance, he discussed the environmental pressures associated with industrial development in Bangladesh and the growing importance of sustainability standards, responsible sourcing and regulatory compliance in international trade.

Professor Nurul Islam, Pro Vice-Chancellor of WUB, attended as the chief guest. In his address, he underscored the university's commitment to nurturing socially and environmentally responsible graduates and highlighted the role of higher education institutions in generating research-based solutions to national and global ecological problems.

Professor Dr. A.Q.M. Shafiul Azam, Dean of Academic Affairs and Research, joined as a special guest. He stressed the value of interdisciplinary inquiry and encouraged students to pursue research that addresses pressing environmental issues through scientific and technological innovation. Dr. Ruhul Amin Khan, Director of the Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission and advisor to the Department of Textile Engineering, was also present as a guest.

The programme was presided over by Md. Mostafizur Rahman, Associate Professor & Head of the Department of Textile Engineering and Fashion Design.

The seminar concluded with an interactive session in which students engaged the speaker on topics related to environmental compliance, sustainable manufacturing and career opportunities in the sustainability sector. The event reflected WUB's continuing effort to cultivate critical thinking, environmental awareness and professional responsibility among its students.