Faruque Hassan, president of the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), has called upon students to prepare themselves as responsible and compassionate individuals ready to make a positive impact on the world.
“Pursue excellence, embrace challenges, and create your 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.
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The BGMEA chief was speaking at an orientation proramme organised by the Independent University of Bangladesh (IUB) for the freshers.
He also highlighted the disparity between classroom education and real-world performance.
Faruque Hassan stressed the significance of practical experiences, internships, and interactions with professionals in the students’ respective fields of interest.
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Real-life training and industry orientation programmes, he said, are vital in narrowing this gap.
Highlighting the immense contributions of the ready-made garment industry and its ongoing developments, President Faruque urged the 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 visit the BGMEA Complex, exploring its initiatives in R&D, circularity, sustainability, market promotion, and design development, contributing to the advancement of the RMG industry.
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“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.
Didar A Husain, chairman of the Board of Trustees, IUB; Professor Tanweer Hasan, vice chancellor of the university; Prof. Niaz Ahmed Khan, pro-vice chancellor, Khandker Md Iftekhar Haider, treasurer of IUB were also present at the event.