Air Vice Marshal AKM Monirul Bahar, BSP, NDC, HDMC, AFWC, PSC, has joined as the new Vice-Chancellor(VC) of "Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Aviation and Aerospace University (BSMRAAU)", Bangladesh's first specialized public university established for aviation and space research.
The outgoing vice-chancellor ASM Fakrul Islam, OSP, GUP, NDC, AFWC, PSC handed over his charge to the new VC on 27 January 2024 in an informal ceremony, said a press release.
Monirul Bahar sought cooperation of all concerned and urged them to continue working with integrity, dedication and sincerity to make BSMRAAU a centre of excellence in aerospace research.
Air Vice Marshal AKM Monirul Bahar, BSP, NDC, HDMC, AFWC, PSC is an accomplished Air Defense Weapons Controller associated with Bangladesh's military aviation, radar and aerospace sectors for over three decades.
He has provided encouragement and inspiration in the areas of teamwork, creativity and innovation to increase his overall professional capability while serving in various important positions in the Bangladesh Air Force.
He completed NDC course from National Defense College. Educationally, he completed his Masters in Defense Studies from National University and Masters in Security Studies from National Defense College. He completed Higher Defense Management Course from College of Defense Management, India.