Faruque Hassan, President of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), has called upon students to prepare themselves as responsible, compassionate, and capable individuals ready to make a positive impact on the world.

“Pursue excellence, embrace challenges, and create your own path with determination and passion. As you embark on this exciting journey, remember that the choices you make today will shape the person you become tomorrow,” he said while delivering an inspiring speech at an orientation event organized by the Independent University of Bangladesh for the incoming freshmen.

Didar A Husain, Chairman, Board of Trustees, IUB; Professor Tanweer Hasan, PhD, Vice Chancellor; Prof. Niaz Ahmed Khan, PhD, Pro-Vice Chancellor, Khandker Md Iftekhar Haider, Treasurer were also present at the orientation event held at the IUB campus in Dhaka on January 18. 

In his address as chief guest, Faruque Hassan highlighted the disparity between classroom education and real-world performance. 

He stressed the significance of practical experiences, internships, and interactions with professionals in the students’ respective fields of interest. 

Real-life training and industry orientation programs, he said, are vital in narrowing this gap.

Highlighting the immense contributions of the ready-made garment industry and its ongoing developments, President Faruque Hassan urged students to play a crucial role in portraying the true image of the industry. 

Inviting them to visit garment factories, he said, “Explore our factories to witness firsthand how the industry transforms lives and contributes to the economy.”

He also invited the students to tour BGMEA Complex, exploring its initiatives in R&D, circularity, sustainability, market promotion, and design development, contributing to the advancement of the RMG industry.

“Your time at the university is not just about earning a degree; it’s a transformative period that shapes your character and broadens your horizons,” Faruque Hassan said.