Apparel Online Bangladesh Magazine May Issue 2019 | Page 8

FROM THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF’s DESK… New President... New hopes! The strength of a woman as a mother has been a universal truth from time immemorial, but it is sad that a woman as a human being has had to prove herself time and again to be considered as an equal to a man. History has shown that in every age, women have played an important role in shaping the destiny of nations and even of history itself… Yet it was only in modern times that women started to question the gender bias that they have been facing for generations. Fast forward to the last 100 years and one finds many strong women in almost every sphere of activity, be it in scientific research, medicine, corporate world, performing arts, social activities, politics or governance. The political arena in the Indian sub-continent has been dominated by women, something even the western world is yet to match with the US still to seek its first woman President! EDITORIAL TEAM EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Deepak Mohindra Bangladesh in particular has been in the strong and purposeful hands of the current Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina since 2009 making her the longest serving Prime Minister in the history of Bangladesh. EDITOR Ila Saxena DEPUTY EDITOR Deepankar Shyam COPY EDITOR Veereshwar Sobti SUB EDITOR Priyanka Mishra The stability which Sheikh Hasina has brought to the country and the resultant developments that it has seen is for all to see. Anyone who has been visiting the country in the last decade is awed by the transformation of the country in all areas, from infrastructure to business opportunities. CREATIVE TEAM Raj Kumar Chahal Peeush Jauhari Satyapal Bisht PHOTOGRAPHER Vishal Chaudhary OPERATION DIRECTOR Mayank Mohindra Of course, much more is needed and development is a continuous endeavour, but her strength of conviction in the country and its abilities is an edge that is reflected in the pride of being a Bangladeshi! PUBLISHER & Renu Mohindra MANAGING DIRECTOR [phone], 01964874405 [email protected] In a country where a woman has been the instrument of change, comes another woman at the helm of an important organisation with a determined passion to take the Bangladesh garment industry to the next level…, a level that is long term and sustainable. Apparel Resources Private Limited Apartment B-2, House No. 26, Road 18, Block A, Banani, Dhaka - 1213, Bangladesh Phone: [phone] Dr. Rubana Huq is no ordinary lady living in the shadow of her husband; she has been an equal partner in the growth of Mohammadi Group, shouldering the responsibility of the company, equally with her late husband. She has shown guts in following her dreams to do a doctorate at the age when most women are interested to become grandmothers and to take charge of BGMEA only because she wants to put Bangladesh at the top of the sourcing chart in garment retail. It was indeed a pleasure to interact with her and understand the blueprint for a new BGMEA that will address professionally those areas that are or could be roadblocks in the way of progress and growth. Her dynamic personality, wit and clarity of thought were reflected in her replies. What was also interesting is the fact that she is not a lone player but a team player and is determined that each elected member of the association has a meaningful role and responsibility. This collaborative approach to growth is a positive sign for the industry and is for sure going to change the way the BGMEA has functioned in the past. We at Apparel Online wish the new team at BGMEA a very successful tenure and offer our platform for sharing thoughts! 8 Apparel Online Bangladesh | MAY 2019 | www.apparelresources.com COUNTRY OFFICE HEAD OFFICE Apparel Resources Private Limited B-32, South Extension-1, New Delhi-110 049 (India) Phone: [phone], E-mail: [email protected] Web associate: www.apparelresources.com SUBSCRIPTION RATE Yes, I wish to subscribe to Apparel Online Taka 2400.00 12 issues *This rate is valid only for subscription in Bangladesh International subscription (in Dollar) - Credit Card using www.apparelresources.com Telegraphic transfer to Bank Account No. 03192320003806 (Swift No:HDFCINBB) with HDFC Bank, D-9, South Extn. Part-2, New Delhi-110049. INDIA SUBSCRIPTION ENQUIRY ADVERTISEMENT AND GENERAL ENQUIRY [phone] [email protected] [phone] [email protected] [phone] [email protected] [phone] [email protected] [email protected]