Feni University begins construction of permanent campus building
Construction of the main building at Feni University's permanent campus in Noabad, Sharshadi Union, Feni Sadar, has begun after preparatory work was completed.
The construction was formally inaugurated with a special doa and milad mahfil at the proposed campus site on Tuesday (18 August), attended by university officials and guests, according to a press release.
Feni University Board of Trustees Member and Project Committee Convener Altaf Hossain attended the ceremony, along with Acting Vice Chancellor Dr Masudul Hoq Chowdhury, Controller of Examinations Dr Md Mostafizur Rahman, Registrar Dr Mohammad Zahirul Hoque, and Project Engineer Md Jalal Ahmed.
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Department chairpersons, the proctor, student adviser, faculty members, and university officials were also present.
Following the doa and milad mahfil, attendees expressed hope that the main building would be completed as quickly as possible while maintaining the prescribed quality standards.
They also emphasised the importance of sincere effort and cooperation from all involved to ensure the project's successful implementation.
The initial phase of Feni University's permanent campus project began with the laying of the foundation stone on 28 August 2025.
Land development and other preliminary work started on 28 December 2025. Construction of the main building formally began on 18 August 2026 after preparations were completed.
A modern seven-story building will be constructed during the first phase of the project.
Feni University received approval from the Government of Bangladesh and the University Grants Commission in November 2012. It began its academic activities on 15 May 2013 under the slogan "Centre for Learning and Development".
Since its establishment, the university has worked to advance higher education, research, and skilled human resource development.
The university currently operates three faculties, eight departments, the Feni University Research Cell, and the Institutional Quality Assurance Cell.
The new building is expected to expand the university's academic and research activities and provide students with a modern, environmentally friendly learning environment.
