The bdapps Award Night 2026 was held in the capital with the participation of mobile app developers, young innovators and industry stakeholders from across the country. At the event, several individuals and one initiative were recognised for their contributions to the technology and digital ecosystem. A two-month bootcamp for aspiring developers was also launched, a press release said.
Md Saiful Islam, a student of Northern University of Business and Technology in Khulna, received the “Campus Ambassador Champion” award for building an active campus community and encouraging digital innovation among students.
Farah Sayeed Abdul Bari was named “She Squad Champion” for her work in promoting women in technology. Meanwhile, Muhammad Tawseef Hossain from Barishal received the “Emerging Individual Developer 2025” award. The app Biye Bondhu, developed by Abu Bakar Siddique from Chattogram, was recognised as the “Emerging App of 2025.”
The National Android Development Bootcamp (NADB) was inaugurated at the event to support the development of future app developers. Mohammad Showkat Kader Chowdhury, Head of Marketing at Robi Axiata PLC, inaugurated the programme.
The two-month bootcamp will provide young developers with technical and business training, mentorship, and hands-on learning opportunities. A dedicated website (www.bdapps-nadb.com) has been launched, where interested participants can find further details about building a career in mobile app development.
A panel discussion titled “Youth-led Innovation: Driving Bangladesh’s Digital Future” was also held, where speakers discussed skill development among young people and the future of the technology sector.
The discussion featured Shourov Barua, COO of Ostad; Manik Lal Das, Director at Robi Axiata PLC; Mohammad Shahriar Khan, founder of ICT Olympiad; and Taneem Islam, co-founder and CEO of Miaki. The session was moderated by Md Altamis Nabil, Head of Managed Services at Miaki.
Among others, Shafiq Shamsur Razzaq, General Manager at Robi Axiata PLC; Fatema Nashrah, Manager; and Khan Mahamuda Maliha, Senior Associate, were also present at the event.
