Dhaka, October 27, 2024 – Dr. Md. Zulhas Uddin, a distinguished Professor in the Department of Wet Processing Engineering, has been appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor of Bangladesh University of Textiles (BUTEX). The appointment was officially announced today through a government gazette notification, marking a significant milestone for the institution.
Dr. Md. Zulhas Uddin, a highly respected academician and expert in textile engineering, steps into the role with a commitment to elevating the quality of education, research, and innovation at BUTEX. Known for his extensive contributions to the textile sector, Dr. Uddin’s leadership is anticipated to drive strategic advancements at the university, particularly in cutting-edge textile research and development and fostering industry-academic collaborations.
Dr. Uddin succeeds Professor Dr. Shah Alimuzzaman, who has served as the fourth vice chancellor since April 30, 2023. Under Professor Alimuzzaman’s tenure, BUTEX saw notable progress in infrastructure development and academic initiatives, which Dr. Uddin is expected to build upon as the fifth vice chancellor of the university.
Established on December 22, 2010, through the upgrading of the College of Textile Technology, BUTEX was founded with a vision to enhance higher education and research opportunities within Bangladesh’s textile sector. Since then, BUTEX has become a hub for textile education and innovation, contributing significantly to the country’s textile industry, a crucial sector in Bangladesh’s economy.
Dr. Uddin’s appointment is welcomed with optimism by the BUTEX community and the wider academic and industrial sectors, as his tenure promises a continued emphasis on excellence and the creation of impactful knowledge in the realm of textile engineering.
