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DHAKA, Feb 18, 2026 (BSS) - Military Institute of Science and Technology 
(MIST), in collaboration with the Bangladesh Energy and Power Research 
Council (BEPRC), organised a symposium on "Sustainable Technologies for 
Bangladesh's Clean Energy Transition".
 
BEPRC Chairman (Senior Secretary) Mohammad Wahid Hossain was present as the 
chief guest at the programme while MIST Commandant Major General Md Nasim 
Parvez attended here as the chief patron and BEPRC Member (Additional 
Secretary) Dr Md Rafiqul Islam was present as special guest.

The event brought together policymakers, academics, industry leaders, and 
students to explore innovative pathways toward a sustainable and secure 
energy future, said a release of the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) 
Directorate this evening.

Speaking on the occasion, the chief guest presented a forward-looking vision 
for expanding renewable energy and stressed the importance of coordinated and 
effective collaboration among academia, industry, and government agencies 
while calling for the practical implementation of research-driven knowledge 
to accelerate the nation's clean energy transition.

Major General Md Nasim Parvez underscored energy security as essential for 
the country's long-term and sustainable development, noting that steady 
economic growth cannot be achieved without ensuring uninterrupted and 
reliable energy supply.

BEPRC Member Dr Md Rafiqul Islam outlined various strategic initiatives and 
policy measures undertaken by the government to reduce dependence on fossil 
fuels and promote clean energy, emphasizing the need for diversification of 
energy sources, greater adoption of renewable energy and development of 
skilled human resources, the release mentioned. 

In his opening remarks, Head of the Electrical Electronic and Communication 
Engineering (EECE) Department Brigadier General KM Mustafizur Rahman 
highlighted the importance of such knowledge-sharing initiatives and shed 
light on MIST's ongoing research and innovative activities in renewable and 
sustainable energy technologies.

The technical session featured five distinguished speakers who delivered 
comprehensive presentations on emerging technologies and research 
opportunities in the power and energy sector.

The symposium witnessed the enthusiastic participation of more than 200 
undergraduate and postgraduate students from the EECE Department, along with 
faculty members.
 
The event reaffirmed the shared commitment of MIST and BEPRC to advancing 
research excellence, technological innovation, and collaborative partnerships 
in support of Bangladesh's clean energy transition, the ISPR mentioned.