BUFT Team Wins National Championship at Hult Prize 2026
BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology (BUFT) achieved a significant milestone in student entrepreneurship as Team DenimRevive from the Department of Textile Engineering won the National Championship at the prestigious Hult Prize 2026 on May 8, 2026. The team, consisting of Jahidul Islam (Batch 221), Nazmul Hasan (Batch 221), and Al Shahriar Neerab (Batch 222), secured the title with an innovative circular fashion solution that transforms denim waste into sustainable, high-value products. Their project addresses critical environmental challenges in the apparel industry through a scalable and impactful sustainability model. Competing against top student innovators from across Bangladesh, Team DenimRevive impressed judges with its vision, innovation, and commitment to sustainable entrepreneurship.
The achievement reflects BUFT's continued dedication to nurturing innovation, sustainability, and industry-focused leadership among its students. By winning the national title, the team has advanced to the next stage of the international Hult Prize competition, where they will represent both BUFT and Bangladesh on the global stage. BUFT congratulates the team on this outstanding accomplishment and wishes them continued success in their journey toward global recognition.
BUFT Marks World Environment Day with Two-Day Awareness Program
BGMEA University of Fashion and Technology (BUFT), in collaboration with its Department of Environmental Science & BUFT Science & Environment Club, observed World Environment Day through a two-day program held on June 10–11, 2026, promoting environmental awareness, sustainability, and climate action. The program featured a tree plantation drive, an environmental awareness rally, a SpoGOMI Tournament, a roundtable discussion, and Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) signed between BUFT and four environmental organizations. Winners of various competitions were also awarded prizes.
The program was graced by Mr. Faruque Hassan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, BUFT, as the Chief Guest and chaired by Professor Dr. Engr. Ayub Nabi Khan, Vice Chancellor (Designate). Distinguished attendees included Board of Trustees member Mr. Mohammed Nasir, Pro-Vice Chancellor (Acting) and Treasurer Prof. Dr. Md. Alamgir Hossain, Advocate Shafiqur Rahman, Chairman of Pran Prokriti Poribesh Protibesh Rakkha Jatio Committee, Prof. Dr. Md. Abdul Jalil, Dean of the Faculty of Science, Registrar Md. Rafiquzzaman, as well as deans, department heads, faculty members, officials, and students.
BUFT Holds Dua and Milad Mahfil Marking the First Death Anniversary of Abdullah Hil Rakib
BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology (BUFT) organized a Dua and Milad Mahfil on 9 June 2026 to commemorate the first death anniversary of Mr. Abdullah Hil Rakib, Managing Director of Team Group and a distinguished Member of the Board of Trustees of BUFT. The prayer gathering was held after Zuhr prayer at the Central Mosque of BUFT, bringing together faculty members, officers, staff, and students of the university to pay their respects and remember his invaluable contributions to the institution and the country's apparel sector.
During the program, special prayers were offered seeking forgiveness, mercy, and eternal peace for the departed soul. The participants prayed to Almighty Allah to grant Mr. Rakib the highest place in Jannah and to bestow patience, strength, and comfort upon his bereaved family members. The event reflected the deep respect and admiration held by the BUFT community for Mr. Abdullah Hil Rakib and his enduring legacy in the fields of education, entrepreneurship, and industry leadership.