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The Metropolitan University Programming Olympiad 2023, organized by the Software Engineering Innovators Forum of the Department of Software Engineering at Metropolitan University, concluded with a grand final round competition and prize giving ceremony. The highly successful programming Olympiad wrapped up on a high note this Saturday with an intense programming competition, marking the culmination of a month-long workshop. The prestigious event saw the esteemed presence of Professor Dr. Yousuf Mahbubul Islam, the First Vice Chancellor of Metropolitan University. Notably, he is the former Vice Chancellor of Daffodil International University and currently holds the position of Director of Graduate Studies, Research, and Industry Relations at Dhaka Independent University in Bangladesh. Mr. Islam graced the closing and award ceremony as the chief guest. Presiding over the award ceremony was Professor Dr. Mohammad Jahirul Hoque, Vice Chancellor of Metropolitan University, who added an air of distinction to the event. During his speech as the chief guest Professor Dr. Yousuf Mahbubul Islam conveyed, "In the realm of programming, the boundaries of achievement are boundless for those who dare to dream and persistently pursue their goals. Witnessing the remarkable talent displayed by our youth at the MU Programming Olympiad fills me with immense joy, and I wholeheartedly encourage them to persevere. Let them push the boundaries as far as their aspirations take them. Through this Olympiad, Metropolitan University has established a remarkable benchmark in the field of information technology and engineering education within our country."

The Vice Chancellor of the University, Professor Dr. Mohammad Jahirul Hoque emphasized that the MU Programming Olympiad goes beyond being just a competition; it is a celebration of innovation, creativity, and unwavering determination. He highlighted that as we unite to acknowledge the accomplishments of these young talents, it's crucial to recognize that their journeys exemplify the transformative power of education and perseverance.

Furthermore, he stated that the primary goal of this Olympiad was to plant the seeds of aspiration among students hailing from prestigious schools and colleges in Sylhet. He expressed deep satisfaction with the overwhelming response and enthusiasm they've witnessed. Building upon this year's successful experience, he revealed plans for future editions of the Olympiad to be organized on a larger scale. The Dean of the School of Science and Technology Professor Md. Nazrul Haque Chowdhury; Mr. Tarek Islam, Registrar; The Proctor and Head of the Economics Department of Economics Dr. Mohammad Jamal Uddin; Choudhury M. Mukammel Wahid; Mr. Fuad Ahmed, Head of the Department of Software Engineering; Mr. Syed Rezwanul Haque Rubel, the CEO of Technext; Mr. Hero Islam, Chief Technology Officer at Authlab; Mr. Mohammad Nazmul Hossain Nabil, the Community Engagement Lead for the Sylhet Region at BD Apps; Assistant Professor Nawshad Ahmed Chowdhury; Lecturer, Nazia Sultana Chowdhury; Lecturer, Rina Paul; Lecturer, Wadia Iqbal Chowdhury; Lecturer, Moshiur Rahman Atul also spoke on the occasion. Sananda Dev, a student from Sylhet Government Women's College, secured the 1st position by successfully solving all the problems in the competition. Turya Sarkar, a student at Scholarshome Shahi Eidgah Campus, earned the 2nd place, while Mohammad Tofazzal Ahmed Sani, a student representing Jalalabad Cantonment School and College, clinched the 3rd position.