Visually Impaired Graduate Shakil Hossain Secured University Job
A visually impaired graduate from Rajshahi University has received an official university officer appointment following an initiative by the Prime Minister. Shakil Hossain collected his formal appointment letter during a ceremony held in Dhaka on September 15, 2026.
Shakil Hossain, a visually impaired graduate who comes from a poor family in a remote village of Naogaon, has officially secured a university officer position at Rajshahi University. His remarkable educational journey culminated in the successful completion of his studies at the esteemed institution, marking a significant personal achievement despite lifelong visual impairment.
The formal handover of the employment opportunity took place on September 15, 2026, at the Chairperson's office of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) located in Gulshan, Dhaka. This momentous event marked the realization of a career milestone for the young graduate, who has persevered through considerable socioeconomic and physical challenges throughout his life and academic pursuits.
During the official ceremony in the capital, Shakil Hossain received his official appointment letter directly from prominent figures. He accepted the document from Ruhul Kabir Rizvi and the Vice-Chancellor of Rajshahi University, Professor Dr. Md. Faridul Islam, who were both present at the Gulshan venue to facilitate the momentous occasion.
The successful placement of the visually impaired Rajshahi University graduate is the direct result of a dedicated initiative by the Prime Minister. This government-backed effort aimed to secure meaningful employment for the deserving alumnus, ensuring that his academic qualifications translate into a stable professional career within the higher education sector.
The appointment as an officer at Rajshahi University not only transforms the professional outlook for Shakil Hossain and his impoverished family from Naogaon, but it also highlights the tangible impact of targeted governmental intervention in supporting marginalized and disabled graduates across the country.
