Atiqul Islam is renowned as a businessman who swam against the current to achieve his success. But while he is known for his leadership and contribution to the readymade garments sector, he has also consistently led a strong hand in sports and social activities. Having dedicated himself to work that benefits people and society, Atiqul Islam has cultivated a vision for what the capital Dhaka’s North can become. The present goal of the firm and focused Atiq is to grow Dhaka into a clean, green, vibrant city, always full of life and light.
Atiq’s entire childhood, adolescence and youth was spent in Dhaka, which strengthens his diligence and sincerity to work for the city. He wishes to unite the city in realizing his vision.
He’s a man who stands on the path of truth, not drawn to pleasure or luxury. The only thing that draws him is his determination to see his work through. And he wishes to bring this steely determination in completing the work that Late Mayor Annisul Huq started.
Atiq’s firmness and determination is something the country has already witnessed. In 2013 following the Rana Plaza Disaster, while the entire nation was shocked, Atiq stepped forward and fought for humanity. His dedication to the cause was not as the president of BGMEA but as a human being.
As BGMEA President (2013-2015):