Message from the Vice Chancellor

Welcome to the University of Barishal (বরিশাল বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়).

The University of Barishal was established through the long-standing aspiration of the people of the Barishal. Since the 1960s, citizens, educators, and community leaders consistently had demanded for a public university to expand higher education opportunities and support the socio-economic development of the Barishal region. This vision received national recognition in 1978 when President Ziaur Rahman expressed support for establishing a university in Barishal, classifying the strategic importance of higher education in promoting regional development and reducing educational disparities. Over the following decades, public demand for a university continued to grow, eventually leading to concrete legislative initiatives. The formal process began with the enactment of the Barisal University of Science and Technology Act, 2001. Later, the Shaheed Ziaur Rahman University, Barisal Act, 2006 was passed, and the proposed institution was renamed in honor of former President Ziaur Rahman. Subsequently, the Shaheed Ziaur Rahman University, Barisal (Amendment) Act, 2010 renamed the institution as the University of Barishal. Following a change in government, the Shaheed Ziaur Rahman University, Barisal (Amendment) Act, 2010 was passed, and the institution was renamed the University of Barishal, reflecting a broader regional identity. The amended Act was enacted on 16 June 2010, administrative activities formally commenced on 1 July 2011, and academic operations began on 24 January 2012. Since its inception, the University of Barishal has remained committed to excellence in teaching, research, innovation, and community engagement.

Barishal is a land uniquely shaped by the harmonious coexistence of rice (ধান), rivers (নদী), and canals (খাল). The spirit of "ধান-নদী-খাল" also reflects the values that guide our university. The rice fields symbolize productivity, abundance, and food security; the rivers represent progress, exploration, and the continuous pursuit of knowledge; while the canals signify connectivity, collaboration, and the sharing of ideas across disciplines and communities. Together, they inspire us to cultivate wisdom, foster innovation, and strengthen our commitment to serving society.

Research, innovation, and student development are at the core of our mission. We are committed to fostering a vibrant academic environment that promotes scholarly excellence, creativity, and lifelong learning. Through quality education, impactful research, and industry-academic collaborative initiatives, we seek to address contemporary challenges in areas such as sustainable development, climate resilience, digital transformation, public health, and entrepreneurship. At the same time, we encourage our students to develop leadership, teamwork, and ethical values. As we move forward, we remain dedicated to excellence, good governance, inclusiveness, transparency, and meaningful engagement with society.

It is a great honor and privilege to serve as the Vice Chancellor of the University of Barishal, one of the most promising public universities in Bangladesh. I firmly believe that the future success of our university depends upon the collective efforts of our students, faculty members, officers, staff, alumni, policymakers, and development partners. Let us work together to advance knowledge, inspire innovation, and shape a brighter future for Bangladesh and the world. Finally, I extend a warm welcome to visitors from home and abroad to visit our official website. I invite you to explore our academic programs, research achievements, and community engagement initiatives, and to join us in our pursuit of excellence.