Year in Review 2023: Our Debt to the Four Professors

The achievement of Bangladesh’s independence was a result of the collective efforts and sacrifices made by people from all walks of life, with intellectuals playing a crucial role. Among the economists, four professors stood out for their distinguished roles. They were Professor Nurul Islam, Professor Mosharaff Hossain, Professor Md Anisur Rahman, and Professor Rehman Sobhan. CPD recognised their pivotal roles by organising various in-house discussions. One session focused on exploring Professor Rehman Sobhan’s perspectives on politics and the economy, while another discussed the collective contributions of the four professors to the development of Bangladesh. Unfortunately, 2023 marked the passing of Professor Nurul Islam, the first Deputy Chairman of the Bangladesh Planning Commission. To honor his legacy, CPD organised a memorial to highlight his thoughts and reflected on their potential impact on the contemporary Bangladesh economy, ensuring his contributions continue to inspire the younger generation.

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Thoughts of Professor Nurul Islam and Contemporary Bangladesh Economy

Professor Nurul Islam was an eminent economist, a fervent patriot and the first Deputy Chairman of Bangladesh Planning Commission. He was one of the key figures in the struggle for the country’s independence.

Our Debt to the Four Professors

The independence of Bangladesh was achieved through the effort and sacrifice of people from all walks of life. Intellectuals played an important role in this struggle. Among the economists, four professors stood out for their distinguished roles.

Exploring Professor Rehman Sobhan’s views on politics and economy can enlighten...

In our nation, there is a noticeable lack of discourse and literature regarding the history of economic and political thought. Nevertheless, the younger generation expresses a genuine interest in delving into the debates and discussions that took place decades ago.