RAJSHAHI, April 1, 2022 (BSS) - Rajshahi College celebrated its 150th 
founding anniversary today amid enthusiasm and fanfare.

Marking the day, the college authority chalked out a daylong elaborate 
programme, including colourful rally and discussion.

Rajshahi Mayor AHM Khairuzzaman Liton inaugurated the programme as the chief 
guest through releasing balloons and festoons. Rajshahi College Principal 
Prof Abdul Khaleque and retired principal Prof Habibur Rahman, among others, 
were present.

Referring to historical records, Professor Abdul Khaleque said that Rajshahi 
College was the first institution in this territory to offer courses in 
various disciplines at the bachelor's and honours levels since 1878 after it 
was established in 1873 with only six students.