Prof GKM Mustafizur Rahman, vice-chancellor of Gazipur Agricultural University (GAU), has been honoured with the internationally recognised “Who’s Who’ Bangladesh 2026” award in recognition of his outstanding contributions to agriculture.
The award was formally presented on Saturday at a ceremony at Sheraton Dhaka, where State Minister for Information and Broadcasting Yasser Khan Chowdhury attended as the chief guest, said a press release on Sunday.
A total of 12 distinguished individuals were recognised across key sectors, including agriculture, education, industry, journalism, and literature.
The event was also attended by eminent personalities, including CEO Nazinur Rahim and Editor Lutfun Nahar Taposhi of Who’s Who Bangladesh.
Prof GKM Mustafizur Rahman joined GAU in 2004 as an associate professor and became a full professor in 2008. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture and Master’s in Soil Science from Bangladesh Agricultural University, followed by a PhD from Chiba University, Japan, specialising in pesticide toxicity and soil pollution.
