Date: November 24, 2022, 04:00 PM.
A memorial ceremony was held on Thursday afternoon, November 24, 2023, at the Professor M. Badruddin Ahmed Lecture Theater of the Department of Law, Rajshahi University (RU), to honor the memory of Professor Md. Habibur Rahman, a retired professor of the Department of Law and a distinguished maritime law scholar.
Key Speakers and Participants:
The memorial ceremony was chaired by Professor Md. Hasibul Alam Pradhan, Chairman of the Department of Law. The event was attended by a distinguished gathering, including:
- Professor Humayun Kabir, Vice-Chancellor (Academic), University of Rajshahi
- Professor Chowdhury Zulfiqar Matin, a renowned poet and literary figure
- Professor (Retd.) Sohrab Ali, former Dean of the Faculty of Science and former President of the RU Teachers’ Association
- Advocate Marzina Khatun, wife of Professor Habibur Rahman
- Professor A.N.M. Wahid, Department of Law
- Professor M. Anisur Rahman, Department of Law
- Professor M. Ahsan Kabir, Department of Law
- Professor Saida Anju, Department of Law
- Professor Md. Rafiqul Islam, Department of Law
- Engineer Niyat Rahman, Professor Habibur Rahman’s son, living in the USA
Remembering Professor Habibur Rahman
The speakers at the memorial ceremony paid tribute to Professor Habibur Rahman’s remarkable contributions to the field of maritime law. They highlighted his dedication to teaching, research, and mentorship, and his role in shaping generations of legal scholars.
Professor Habibur Rahman’s Legacy
Professor Habibur Rahman was a pioneer in the field of maritime law in Bangladesh. He was a prolific writer and researcher, and his work has been published in numerous national and international journals. He was also a passionate teacher who inspired and guided countless students.
The memorial ceremony was a fitting tribute to a remarkable scholar and educator. Professor Habibur Rahman’s legacy will continue to inspire generations of legal professionals in Bangladesh and beyond.
