DIU professor receives Independence Award 2026

Prof. Dr M A Rahim of Daffodil International University (DIU) has been awarded the prestigious Independence Award 2026, the highest civilian honour of Bangladesh, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to research and training.

Dr Rahim currently serves as the Acting Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture and Head of the Department of Agricultural Science at the university. He has been recognised for his significant role in advancing agricultural research and education, contributing meaningfully to national development. The award was announced by the Government of Bangladesh, acknowledging his long-standing contributions to research and training.

During his tenure at DIU, Dr Rahim made notable contributions to agricultural research. Under his leadership, four high-yielding and improved jackfruit varieties – DIU Jackfruit-1, DIU Jackfruit-2, DIU Jackfruit-3, and DIU Jackfruit-4 – have recently been approved and registered by the National Seed Board and the Ministry of Agriculture.

Over the years, Dr Rahim has received numerous prestigious awards, including the Prime Minister’s Gold Medal in 2004, 2012, and 2013, the Bangabandhu Agricultural Award in 2014, the Bangladesh Academy of Sciences Gold Medal in 2012, and the Bangladesh Academy of Agriculture Gold Medal in 2016.