Abdul Mukit Majumder

Abdul Muqeed Majumdar (born 25 October), widely known as Mukit Majumder Babu, is a Bangladeshi businessman, environmental activist, writer and social worker. He is a founding 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 was awarded the highest civilian honour award, the Independence Award, in recognition of his contribution to environmental conservation.

Early life and education Majumdar was born on 25 October in Dacca, East Pakistan (now Dhaka, Bangladesh). 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 studied in the United Kingdom and the United States and returned to Bangladesh in 1984.

Career After returning to Bangladesh, Majumdar started his business career.

Environmental activities He founded the Prokriti O Jibon Foundation in 2009. The organization aims to raise awareness about the environment, biodiversity, 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.