Rajshahi University today held its 12th convocation at the university stadium ground. Photo : BSS

RAJSHAHI, Dec 17, 2025 (BSS) - Rajshahi University (RU) today held its 12th convocation at the university stadium ground in a festive atmosphere after a gap of five years.

Around 6,000 graduates from the 60th, 61st and 62nd batches of the university took part in the convocation, wearing academic gowns and caps.

The convocation rally began at 9.30am with the participation of members of the senate, syndicate and academic council, along with faculty deans.

Chairman of the University Grants Commission (UGC) Professor SMA Faiz addressed the programme as the convocation speaker.

Adviser to the Planning Ministry Professor Wahiduddin Mahmud spoke as special guest, while Adviser to the Education Ministry Professor Chowdhury Rafiqul Abrar presided over the ceremony.

RU Vice-Chancellor Professor Saleh Hassan Naqib, Pro-Vice-Chancellors Professor Mayeen Uddin and Professor Farid Uddin Khan, and Treasurer Professor Matiar Rahman also addressed the event.

As chair of the convocation, Professor Chowdhury Rafiqul Abrar formally conferred degrees as the faculty deans presented graduates from their respective faculties one by one.

Adequate security measures were taken by law-enforcing and intelligence agencies to ensure the smooth and successful holding of the convocation.

The entire campus was decorated with colourful lights and other adornments to mark the occasion.

Many graduates expressed joy at receiving their degrees, describing the convocation as a milestone in their academic lives and a memorable moment to celebrate with family members and friends.