Abdul Mukit Majumder
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25 October 1957
Abdul Mukit Majumder | |
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.jpg) Mukit in 2026 | |
| Born | Mukit Majumder Babu 25 October 1957 |
| Occupation | Environmental activist, writer, businessman, social worker |
| Nationality | Bangladeshi |
| Notable awards | Independence Award, 2026 |
| Spouse | Keka Ferdousi |
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Abdul Mukit Majumder (born 25 October 1957), widely known as Mukit Majumder Babu,[1] is a Bangladeshi businessman, environmental activist, writer and social worker. He is the founder director of Impress Group and the founder of the Prokriti O Jibon Foundation. He is popularly known as Prokritibondhu (friend of nature) for his work in environmental protection. In 2026, he awarded the highest civilian honour award, Independence Award, in recognition of his contribution to Environmental conservation.[2][3][4][5][6]
Majumder was born on 25 October 1957 in Dhaka to Majumder Abdul Matin and Rabeya Khatun. During his student life, he took part in the Bangladesh Liberation War in 1971. After the independence of Bangladesh, he completed his studies at Notre Dame College. In 1978, he went abroad for higher education. He completed his studies in the United Kingdom and the United States and returned to Bangladesh in 1984.
Career
After returning to Bangladesh, Majumder started his business career. He is one of the founder directors of Impress Group. Alongside his business activities, he became widely known for his work in environmental protection and nature conservation.
Environmental activities
He founded the Prokriti O Jibon Foundation in 2009. The organization works to raise awareness about the environment, biodiversity, forests, wildlife conservation, and climate change. In 2010, he launched a television documentary program titled Prokriti O Jibon on Channel i. The program focuses on nature, wildlife, and environmental awareness, and has aired more than 350 episodes.
He and his organization have been involved in various activities, including:
- Tree plantation programs across Bangladesh
- Wildlife conservation and release
- Conservation of endangered species such as Batagur turtles and vultures
- Bird surveys and protection of migratory birds
- Establishment of nature information centers, including one in Lawachara National Park
- Organizing environmental workshops, research, and awareness programs
- Promoting nature conservation through fairs and awards
In 2022, the Prokriti O Jibon Club was established to promote environmental awareness at the grassroots level. Branches were formed in all 64 districts of Bangladesh. In 2023, the club organized a nationwide tree plantation campaign titled “Sobuje Sajai Bangladesh,” planting and distributing more than one million native trees.[7]
Writing and publications
Majumder is a regular contributor to national newspapers in Bangladesh. He has written several books on nature and the environment, many of which are published during the Ekushey Book Fair. He edited a book titled Prokritikotha, which includes writings by various authors. He serves as the chairman of the editorial board of the quarterly magazine Prokritibarta. In addition, he publishes leaflets, books, and calendars on environmental awareness and distributes them free of cost at the grassroots level.
