CUET Celebrates Victory Day with Patriotic Programs and Tribute to Martyrs
Chittagong University of Engineering and Technology (CUET) observed the Great Victory Day with due dignity and festive enthusiasm through a daylong program on Tuesday, December 16.
The celebrations began in the morning with the hoisting of the national flag accompanied by the national anthem, led by CUET Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Mahmud Abdul Matin Bhuiya. This was followed by the laying of wreaths at the Central Shaheed Minar in remembrance of the martyrs.
Later in the day, a discussion titled “Great Victory Day–2025” was held at the CUET Academic Council Hall. Speaking as the chief guest, Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Mahmud Abdul Matin Bhuiya said that victory represents a nation’s identity. He noted that December 16 is not merely a historical date, but a day of reclaiming national selfhood—marking the moment when an oppressed nation broke the chains of subjugation and stood tall under the open sky of freedom. Emphasizing unity, he called for collective efforts to protect independence and sovereignty, regardless of religion, race, or group, and urged all to work together toward peace and prosperity. He also stressed the importance of a shared commitment to building a safe, humane, and developed Bangladesh for future generations.
The meeting was presided over by Professor Dr. Md. Mahbubul Alam, Director of the Directorate of Student Welfare. Acting Registrar Mohammad Nazrul Islam delivered the welcome address. Among others who spoke were Dean of the Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering Professor Dr. Asiful Haque (on behalf of the deans), Director of the Directorate of Research and Extension Professor Dr. Sajal Chandra Banik (on behalf of the directors), Provost of Muktijoddha Hall Professor Dr. Biplob Chandra Mondal (on behalf of the provosts), CUET Teachers’ Association President Professor Dr. G. M. Sadikul Islam, CUET Officers’ Association President Engineer Syed Mohammad Ikram, CUET Employees’ Association/Staff Association President Md. Jamal Uddin, and EEE fourth-year student Saika Suhada representing the students.
The program was jointly conducted by CUET Deputy Director (Public Relations) Mohammad Fazlur Rahman and Assistant Professor of the ETE Department Priyonti Pal Tumpa. At the outset, a special prayer and munajat were led by Senior Pesh Imam of the CUET Central Mosque, Hafez Qari Maulana Nurullah, seeking forgiveness for the souls of the martyrs.
Other Victory Day activities included a friendly cricket match, special prayers for the departed martyrs, children’s art competitions, essays on the Liberation War, recitation, extempore speeches, poetry recitals, patriotic songs, and prize distribution ceremonies.
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