Hamdard was established in Delhi, India in 1906 and later spread its wings across the Indian subcontinent including Bangladesh and Pakistan. On August 1, 2006 it completed hundred years of its operations.

Hamdard Bangladesh, established in 1953, organised a seminar in the capital yesterday to mark the 100th founding anniversary.

Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Moudud Ahmed was present as the chief guest at the seminar titled 'Hundred Years of Humdard in the Fields of Health, Education, Research, and Philanthropic Activities'. Justice Md Abdur Rouf, chairman of Hamdard Board of Trustees Bangladesh, chaired the seminar.

Law minister lauded the role of Hamdard for its contribution to herbal medicine. He also stressed the need for further development of herbal medicines.

Justice Md Abdur Rouf said Hamdard is working to establish a university for herbal education in the country.