To discuss the development and future prospects of the real estate sector, the Department of Real Estate, Daffodil International University organized the “Next Gen Real Estate Summit 2025”.
This grand summit took place on February 23 and 24 at the Ashulia campus of Daffodil International University, where key figures from various government and private organizations were present. Representatives from BUET, RAJUK, House Building Finance Corporation, REHAB, the National Housing Authority (NHA), and various other industrial institutions participated in the event. The two-day summit featured formal sessions, cultural programs, and a Mezban feast. The formal session was held at the International Conference Hall of Daffodil International University, where expert speakers discussed the future development of the real estate industry and the importance of sustainable housing.
The panel discussion was attended by Professor S. M. Mahbub Ul Haq Majumder, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Daffodil International University; Professor Mustafa Kamal, Dean of Academic Affairs; Professor Mohammad Masum Iqbal, Dean of the Faculty of Business & Entrepreneurship; M. Mahbubur Rahman, CEO of Rupayan City Uttara; Md. Mobarak Hossain, Director, REHAB; Kamrul Hasan, Deputy Town Planner, RAJUK; and Md. Golam Mostafa, Deputy General Manager and Chief Engineer, House Building Finance Corporation. The welcome speech at the conference was delivered by Dr. Amir Ahmed, Head of the Real Estate Department at Daffodil International University. A lively cultural event took place at the Student Lounge and the Independence Conference Center, while the Mezban feast was held at Golap Gram.
One of the main attractions of the summit was the Poster Presentation Competition. The theme of the competition focused on innovative ideas in the real estate and housing sector, which are expected to play a crucial role in improving future living standards. A total of 10 teams from Dhaka University, CUET, Khulna University, Jahangirnagar University, KUET, and Daffodil International University participated in this competitive event. Each team consisted of two members from the Urban Planning, Architecture, Civil Engineering, and Real Estate departments of their respective universities. Participants presented their research-based ideas, designs, and plans for the future development of the real estate sector. At the end of the competition, the judges selected the top three teams as winners. The judging panel consisted of Nizam Ahmed, Major General (Retd.), Engineer Mujahid Monir, Major (Retd.), and Anwar Haque, Senior Journalist and Brand Communication & Corporate Head of Pa-Wang Ceramics.
The first-place winners were jointly Mirajul Islam Alif and Tasnuha Pasha Tonu from Daffodil International University, and Abrar Muhtasim Pathan and Souda Samiha from Khulna University. The second-place winners were Fauzan Anowar and Fathan Anowar from Daffodil International University. The third-place winners were Minhazur Rahman Shafin and Hamim Mubtasim from Dhaka University.
At the award ceremony, the distinguished guests highly praised the participants’ innovative ideas and creativity, wishing them success in their future research and development efforts in the housing sector. Dr. Amir Ahmed, Head of the Real Estate Department at Daffodil International University, stated that competitions like this inspire students to engage in new ideas and research. He added that the application of technology and innovative concepts in the real estate industry will play a vital role in the future development of housing systems.
The “Next Gen Real Estate Summit 2025” was not just a conference; it served as an open platform for discussions on the role of technology in future urban planning and the real estate sector. Experts believe that student participation, research, and innovative presentations will open new horizons for the development of the real estate industry.
Written by Anonno Aziz Nibir
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