Message From Chairman
The Institution of Engineers, Bangladesh (IEB) reinforces its fundamental stance that the institution is all for positive change and the cornerstone for building strong, resilient and sustainable communities. The institution also induces a spirit of professionalism, social responsibility and a deep sense of patriotism. IEB provides many opportunities to grow professionally and intellectually as well-rounded human beings. In the process, technology awareness is developed, a new layer of knowledge is explored, practical life skills are honed and an ethical perspective is woven into an individual fabric. Today, 70% engineers are members of Dhaka Centre. Dhaka Centre is the front-running centre of this institution and is making its contribution felt in the region and beyond. The ubiquitous leader of Bangladesh, The Father of the nation, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was an unconditional patron and lifetime member of IEB. I feel a sense of great pride, responsibility & accountability for being at the helm of such a prestigious organization. Our world acclaimed Honorable Prime Minister, the competent daughter of the Father of the nation, Sheikh Hasina has given us revolutionary Vison-2021 aiming at building a technology dependent country free from hunger, poverty & discrimination, is approaching fruition. The engineers have played and will continue playing an integral role in the realization of this holy pledge from our inspirational Prime Minister. As the Chairman, I am profoundly committed to attracting the body of professional excellence, pedagogical sophistication, top-notch research and service to the country in our mission to contribute towards accelerating national development. With our many stellar achievements, we are proud of our leadership role while at the same time, we are unwavering in fulfilling our responsibility of propelling Bangladesh towards the status of a developed nation by 2041. Through the untiring efforts of IEB Dhaka Centre executive bearers since the beginning which accomplishes the task by imparting skills related to practical scenarios & state of the art knowledge of their respective fields. This institution is devised to meet the ever-evolving needs of the country so that professionals can adapt to changes seamlessly and shine bright as proud engineers contributing immensely to the country development. To meet the future challenges, we need to build on the alliances and collaborative partnerships the IEB has established with apex business, government and research institutions. It is equally important we keep close to our wider communities of interest within Bangladesh and internationally. This will help ensure the ongoing relevance of our progress & the continued excellence of our development, learning and research. As the Chairman, I am confident our integrated effort towards achieving distinction in professionalism and inculcation of moral values in professionals from different sectors will continue to reign supreme in the future.