DU faculty Sagir Ahmed wins National Fisheries Award

Professor Md Sagir Ahmed from Zoology department at Dhaka University has been awarded the “National Fisheries Award-2026 (Gold Medal)” in recognition of his outstanding contribution to fisheries research.

He received the honour under the fisheries researcher and scientist category. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman presented the award to him at the inaugural ceremony of the National Fisheries Forum held at the George Institute Mini Stadium ground in Achmita union under Katiadi upazila in Kishoreganj on Sunday.

Following the ceremony, Sagir Ahmed met Dhaka University Vice-Chancellor Prof ABM Obaidul Islam at his office on Monday. Pro-Vice Chancellor (Administration) Prof Mohammad Almojaddidi Alfesani was also present during the meeting.

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Congratulating Prof Sagir on his achievement, VC Obaidul Islam said that the entire Dhaka University family feels immensely proud of his success. He expressed hope that Sagir would continue his research activities to foster environmental conservation and the development of the fisheries sector, bringing further renown to both the university and the country.

Sagir Ahmed currently serves as the director general of the National Institute of Biotechnology.