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Professor Dr Md Rafiqul Islam Sardar of the Department of Fisheries Biology and Genetics has been appointed vice-chancellor of Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU).
The Ministry of Education issued a notification on Tuesday (September 8) confirming his appointment.
According to the notification, the appointment was made with the approval of the President and university chancellor under Section 11(1) of the Bangladesh Agricultural University Ordinance, 1961. He will serve for four years from the date of joining or until his retirement, whichever comes earlier.
Under the terms of the appointment, he will receive the salary and allowances attached to his current position, along with other benefits as per university rules. As the university’s chief executive, he will also be required to remain on campus full-time.
Dr Rafiqul Islam Sardar has long been involved in teaching and research in fisheries biology and genetics at BAU. He recently received the National Fisheries Award 2026 (Gold Medal) in recognition of his contributions to fisheries research and science.
He previously served as BAU’s student affairs adviser and has held various academic and administrative responsibilities at the university.
His appointment has raised fresh expectations among BAU teachers, students, officials and employees for further development of the university’s academic and research activities.