Kamrul Ahsan, professor of the Department of Philosophy at Jahangirnagar University, has been appointed as the Vice Chancellor (VC) of the university.
The appointment was made by President Mohammed Shahabuddin, also the chancellor of the university.
The Ministry of Education issued a notification in this regard on Thursday.
According to the notification, during this time he would be entitled to emoluments equal to the existing post.
Prof Ahsan will enjoy other benefits attached to the post as per rules.