Saiful Elected President, Rubel Secretary of Bogura Society USA Inc.

The annual general meeting and election of the Bogura Society USA Inc., an organization representing expatriates from Bogura residing in New York, was held on 29 june in a festive atmosphere at Khalil Biryani House in Jamaica. The event saw a significant turnout of members and notable figures. Md. Saiful Islam was elected as the new president, while Khademul Islam Rubel became the general secretary.

The meeting was presided over by outgoing president Mohabbat Ali Akand and conducted by then-secretary Md. Saiful Islam. The program began with a recitation from the Holy Quran by Freedom Fighter Dr. Shahjahan Bir. Former Member of Parliament and trustee board member Saifur Rahman Bhandari Raj delivered a welcome address, emphasizing the importance of preserving Bogura’s heritage and culture abroad.

Speeches were also delivered by Trustee Board Chairman Golam Mostafa Babu Paikar, and members Raisul Haque, Ali Syed Tipu, Shah Afzal Hossain, Abdul Mannan, Azizul Haque Munna, North Bengal Foundation President and trustee board member Rafel Talukdar, former president Ataurul Alam, and advisory board members Tarikul Hasan Mohabbat, Saiful Islam Manna, Mohammad Ali, Murtaza Ali Bulbul, and Mostafa Alamgir. They emphasized future plans, strengthening internal bonds, and engaging in community welfare.

The key highlight of the event was the executive committee election, conducted under the supervision of Chief Election Commissioner Dr. Zakirul Islam, with assistance from Md. Saiful Islam (Queens) and Kazi Azad Rahman Selim. The election was praised for being fair and transparent, resulting in a dynamic committee blending experience and fresh energy.

Besides President Saiful Islam and General Secretary Rubel, the newly elected members include

Senior Vice President: Dr. Zakirul Islam, Vice Presidents: Johurul Islam Talukder Liton, Talukder Shamim Sabuj, Jahangir Alam Lipon, Abdullah Al Sadi, Bazlur Rahman Akand, Abdus Sobhan, Rafiqul Islam Sana, Mahmudul Haque; Joint General Secretary Golam Rabbani Raju ;Organizing Secretary Rashed Al Helal Ratan; Joint Organizing Secretaries Golam Mostafa Najat, Kamrul Hasan; Treasurer Jewel Ahmed; International Affairs Secretary Hemika Rahman Avonti; Sports Secretary Ismail Hossain Emon; Assistant Sports Secretary Al Amin Sohag; Cultural Secretary Ryan Taj; Assistant Cultural Secretary Abdur Rakib Khan Arif; Publicity Secretary Md. Nafius Sadik; Office Secretary Shafinur Rahman; Social Welfare Secretary Murad Morshed Haidar Biplob; Women Affairs Secretary Jibon Nahar Mala; Religious Affairs Secretary Rafiqul Islam Rafik; Assistant Religious Affairs Secretary SM Arman Hossain; Hospitality Secretary Kamruzzaman Lalu; Assistant Hospitality Secretary: Enamul Haque; Literature Secretary ASM Parvez Shahi ;Information and Research Secretary Raghunath Basak; Communication Secretary Md. Helal Uddin

Additionally, a number of advisory and hospitality members were elected, including Mohabbat Ali Akand, Md. Saiful Islam (Queens), Shafiqul Islam, Shah Ali Reza, Afroza Begum Ruzi, Alamgir Hossain, Gausul Azam Rigan, Maksudul Alam Diamond, Mahinur Islam Smaran, Shah Kamal Mani, Al Amin, Md. Obaidul Haque, Raju Shah, Nur Alam, Nitai Bagchi, ASM Hasan Lipon, and others.

The newly formed committee is expected to further enrich the cultural and social presence of the Bogura community in the U.S. The election marks the beginning of a new chapter in the organization’s history, aiming to make it more dynamic and effective.

In his closing remarks, President-elect Saiful Islam expressed commitment to unity, cooperation, and proactive community service. The event concluded with a formal dinner for the guests and participants.