National university opens regional centre in cumilla
The National University has opened a new regional centre in Cumilla. Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr ASM Amanullah formally opened the centre on Friday by hoisting the national flag, releasing balloons and pigeons, and unveiling the plaque.
The initiative is part of the university's plan to establish regional centres across the country, ensuring greater efficiency and reducing the difficulties faced by teachers, students, and staff of its affiliated colleges. Several such centres have already been launched, with Cumilla now added to the list. The new centre will coordinate activities for affiliated colleges in Cumilla, Noakhali, Lakshmipur, Chandpur, and Feni.
A discussion to mark the inauguration was held at Cumilla Victoria Government College, chaired by Principal Professor Md Abul Basar Bhuiyan, with the Vice-Chancellor as chief guest.
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In his address, Professor Amanullah stated that the National University is working tirelessly to transform its students into skilled human resources. He noted that the institution has taken initiatives to enhance the quality of education and promote employability, including curriculum reforms, ICT skills training, and teacher development programmes.
He further specified that the introduction of compulsory English and ICT courses is designed to equip students with the skills necessary for global competitiveness. Professor Amanullah emphasised that the National University will provide comprehensive support for the advancement of teachers and students in its affiliated colleges, aiming to elevate the university's brand within the next year.
Guests included Professor Dr ATM Zafarul Azam, Treasurer, and Rajib Al Mahmud, Additional Deputy Commissioner. Nazim Uddin Ahmed delivered the welcome address, and Mohammad Shafiul Karim conducted the programme.
The event was attended by principals and vice-principals of 182 affiliated colleges and institutions from Cumilla, Noakhali, Lakshmipur, Chandpur, and Feni, as well as teachers, students, and officials from the National University.
The programme began with a minute's silence for the martyrs of the July–August student–public uprising.
