The BIST Textile Club (BTC) was officially inaugurated at the auditorium of BGIFT Institute of Science & Technology through a vibrant ceremony, marking a new step toward strengthening industry-academia collaboration and developing practical skills among textile students.
The club has been launched with the aim of enhancing students’ industry-oriented skills and creating stronger connections between academic learning and the textile industry.
The event was graced by Mr. Md. Abdullah Al Mamun, spokesperson of the Bangladesh Textile Mills Association (BTMA) and Managing Director of Abed Textile Processing Mills Ltd., as the Chief Guest. Addressing the students, he said that Bangladesh has established a strong position in the global textile market. However, maintaining this momentum will require the younger generation to develop expertise in modern technology, sustainable textiles, and innovation. He added that the BIST Textile Club will play an important role in preparing students as industry-ready professionals.
The event was chaired by Principal Delwar Hossain, President of PIANU and Principal of BGIFT. In his presidential address, he emphasized BGIFT’s commitment to quality education and practical skills. He noted that the club’s activities would serve as a milestone in helping students adapt to rapidly evolving technologies in the textile sector. He also highlighted the institution’s goal of producing skilled and internationally competitive textile engineers.
The club was formally inaugurated by Mr. Md. Aminul Islam, Founder Director of BIST and Principal of Agrani Model College. In his inaugural speech, he emphasized that theoretical classroom learning alone is not sufficient to succeed in today’s competitive world. He expressed the hope that the BIST Textile Club would provide students with opportunities for hands-on learning, innovative thinking, and preparation to address global challenges in the textile industry.
The event was also attended by several distinguished guests, including:
Md. Jane Alam Chowdhury, Managing Director, Messrs Sujal Textile Mills; CEO, Jihua Textile Mills Co. Ltd.
Barrister Zahid Hasan Akand, Founder, Akand Law & Associates, London, UK; Founder, Akand Foundation and House of Youth Dialogue.
Hilary Fernando, Former CEO, NR Group; Consultant, Shin Shin Group; Founder, Osala Consultant Service Ltd.
Mohammad Al Tawhidul Islam, Deputy General Manager – Sustainability, Envoy Textiles Ltd.
Kazi Md. Azharul Islam, Secretary General, Mymensingh District Kazi Association.
The distinguished guests appreciated the timely initiative and encouraged students to strengthen their networking with professionals and organizations across the corporate and textile sectors.
The event was organized under the overall patronage of BGIFT Institute of Science & Technology, while Textile Times, Textile Mirror, and Textile Focus were involved in media invitations and coverage.
The auditorium was filled with enthusiastic participation from club members, BGIFT faculty members, students, officials, and invited guests. The ceremony concluded with a ribbon-cutting session and the presentation of commemorative crests to the distinguished guests, marking the successful launch of the BIST Textile Club.
