Islamic University in Kushtia observed the 44th martyrdom anniversary of former President Major Ziaur Rahman on Friday with solemn remembrance and tribute to his contributions to the nation. The day began with a mourning rally starting from the administrative building, proceeding through the campus and concluding at the university’s foundation stone.
Vice Chancellor Prof Dr. Nakib Muhammad Nasrullah, along with Pro-VC Prof Dr. M. Yeaqub Ali, Treasurer Prof Dr. Jahangir Alam, and Registrar Prof Dr. Manjurul Haque, led the tribute by placing floral wreaths at the foundation site. Faculty members, student representatives, members of Zia Parishad, and various student organizations, including Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal, also joined in laying wreaths.
In observance of the day, food was distributed to the underprivileged and a special Doa Mahfil was held at the central mosque after Juma prayer. Speaking at the event, VC Dr. Nasrullah highlighted Ziaur Rahman’s role in establishing the first university of independent Bangladesh and emphasized the non-partisan nature of the tribute.
