Profile of Md. Atiqur Rahman
BASIC DETAILS
| Name | Md. Atiqur Rahman |
|---|---|
| Division | Irrigation, Groundwater & Wetland Management (IGW) |
| Designation | Associate Specialist |
| Phone | 55087611-4, Ext.235 |
| Mobile | +8801810107158, +8801716049123 |
| atq@iwmbd.org |
PROFILE DESCRIPTIONS
Academic Chronology
Md. Atiqur Rahman completed his graduation in Civil Engineering from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) in March 2009 and later completed his Master of Engineering in Water Resources Engineering from the same university in September 2018.
Professional Track Record
Md. Atiqur Rahman has professional experience of more than 15 years in groundwater management, hydrologic modeling, and surface water–groundwater interaction modeling, with a strong focus on developing sustainable water resource solutions. His career demonstrates a progressive journey from field-level investigations to advanced numerical modeling and project leadership. He has consistently combined technical expertise with practical field knowledge to address complex water resource challenges.
In the early stages of his career, he gained hands-on experience in hydrological and statistical analyses, groundwater investigations, and hydrodynamic modeling. He supported field data collection, GIS mapping, and preliminary modeling activities that laid the foundation for his technical growth. Over time, he advanced to conducting comprehensive groundwater resource assessments, aquifer pump test monitoring, exploratory drilling supervision, and tubewell design. His field experience also includes seepage and percolation testing in irrigated rice fields, bore log data analysis, and preparation of 3D geological models, ensuring that modeled outputs are well-grounded in real-world conditions.
Building on this foundation, he gained advanced expertise in hydrologic and hydrogeologic modelling, utilizing tools such as MIKE SHE, MIKE 11, FEFLOW, and MODFLOW to evaluate surface water–groundwater interactions, forecast groundwater trends, assess saline water intrusion driven by sea level rise under climate change, and analyse aquifer storage dynamics across various development and climate scenarios. His work encompasses the design of groundwater abstraction regimes, assessment of recharge and discharge mechanisms, and evaluation of artificial recharge options aimed at enhancing groundwater quality and ensuring dry-season availability. He has also contributed to the development of conceptual and numerical models for salinity intrusion prediction, supporting sustainable agricultural water use and resilience in climate-vulnerable regions. Beyond technical contributions, he has provided training to team members on modeling applications, coordinated with clients, and contributed to the preparation of study reports and project deliverables.
Training/Membership/Workshop/Seminar/Publication etc.
Md. Atiqur Rahman has enhanced his expertise through training in mathematical modelling at the Institute of Water Modelling, and he has participated in prominent conferences both nationally and internationally. He has also provided specialized training to various professionals on MIKE SHE, FEFLOW, ArcGIS etc. He is a Member at Institution of Engineers, Bangladesh (M-41056).
Training:
Training on Project Management for Engineers at IWM Training Room from 07 to 11 September 2024.
Training on Groundwater Modelling using Modflow6 and Flowpy through online organized by Australian Water School from 12 to 26 September 2023.
Training on Salinity modelling at IWM Training Room from 03 to 10 August 2022.
Training on Computational Hydraulics, Hydrology and hydraulics and Statistics for water management through online conducted by BUET from 14 December 2020 to 17 February 2021.
Training on Urban drainage modelling using MIKE+ CS (MIKE 1D) through online organized by DHI Academy from 10 to 24 March 2021.
Training on Urban integrated flood modelling using MIKE+ (Urban Flood) through online organized by DHI Academy from 15 to 27 April 2021.
Training on Seawater intrusion modelling using FEFLOW through online organized by DHI Academy from 29 April to 05 May 2021.
Training on Water Quality and environmental modelling of rivers using MIKE ECO Lab for MIKE Hydro River through online organized by DHI Academy from 20 to 31 May 2021.
Training on Advanced three-dimensional hydrodynamic modelling using MIKE 3 FM through online organized by DHI Academy from 16 to 23 June 2021.
Training on Business Communication Skills at IWM Training Room provided by the British Council, Bangladesh from 23 April to 5 May 2019.
Training on Water quality modelling for surface water using MIKE ECO Lab at IWM Training Room by DHI Expert from 03 to 07 November 2019.
Training on Water quality for environmental assessment at IWM Training Room by BUET Experts from 26 to 28 September 2017.
Training on MIKE SHE: Integrated Hydrological Modelling at IWM Training Room from 22 to 28 February 2016.
Training on Bathymetric Survey at IWM Training Room from 25 to 29 October 2015.
Training on Drought Risk Management based on IWRM in Bangladesh at Hotel Rigs Inn, Dhaka, Bangladesh from 01 to 02 July 2015.
Training on Building Capacity on Climate Change Adaptation at IWM Training Room from 19 to 29 March 2015.
Training on Mike11: Hydrodynamic and Rainfall Runoff Module at IWM Training Room from 12 to 16 October 2014.
Training on Application of Isotope Technology in Water Resource Assessment at IWM Training Room from 29 to 31 December 2013.
Basic Training Course for Hydrology, Open Channel Hydraulics, Mathematical Modelling at WRE Department, Civil Engineering Building, BUET from 21 January to 05 April 2012.
Training on Groundwater salinity Modelling Using FEFLOW at IWM Training Room from 01 to 12 October 2012.
Training on Groundwater Hydrologic Modeling Using Visual MODFLOW at IWM Training Room from 07 to 15 December 2011.
Training on Basic Arc-GIS at IWM Training Room from 18 to 27 October 2011.
Workshop/Conference/Seminar:
Workshop on Modelling agriculture and water in the Eastern Gangetic Plain organized by CSIRO at Black Mountain, Canberra of Australia (15-16 March 2018).
Publications:
M. Mainuddin, M. Maniruzzaman, D.S. Gaydon, S. Sarkar, M.A. Rahman, S.K. Sarangi, K.K. Sarker, J.M. Kirby, A water and salt balance model for the polders and islands in the Ganges delta, Journal of Hydrology, Volume 587, 2020, 125008, ISSN 0022-1694, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhydrol.2020.125008.
Abdullah, M., Rahman, M.S., Rahman M. A., Sahabuddin, S.M. 2019. Trend Analysis of the Hydrological Components in a Watershed: A Case study for Bogura District in Bangladesh. Journal of Environmental Hydrology. Volume 27, Paper 4.
Md. Rezaul Hasan, Md. Atiqur Rahman, Md. Jakir Hossain, AFM Afzal Hossain and Md. Saifur Rahman. (2017). “Modelling study on impact of climate change on groundwater salinity in the southwestern coastal region of Bangladesh”. Proceedings of the 6th International Conference on Water & Flood Management (ICWFM), Dhaka, Bangladesh, 4-6 March, 2017.
Md. Rezaul Hasan, Md. Atiqur Rahman, Md. Sohel Masud and A.F.M. Afzal Hossain. (2013). “Modelling Study on Groundwater Salinity: Case Study of a Upazila of Southwestern Bangladesh”, Proceedings of the International Conference on Climate Change Impact and Adaptation-2013, 14-16 November 2013, DUET, Gazipur, Bangladesh.
Major Project Assignment
Study on Aquifer Mapping and Groundwater Resource Assessment for Management of Eco-Friendly Sustainable Agricultural Development in Bangladesh (Client: BADC)
Assessment of the Present Irrigation Efficiency in different Agro-Ecological zone of Bangladesh (Client: BADC)
Study for Assessment of the Effectiveness of Constructed/ to be Constructed Rubber Dams in Bangladesh (Client: BADC)
Sustaining Groundwater Irrigation for Food Security in the Northwest Region of Bangladesh (Client: CSIRO)
Assessment of water resources availability and lowest safe yield of aquifer in 10 districts of the North-Central Hydrological Regions of Bangladesh for effective implementation of Bangladesh Water Act, 2013 (Client: WARPO)
Hydrological investigation and modelling of the state of surface and groundwater resources in the High Barind region for effective implementation of Bangladesh Water Act, 2013 (Client: WARPO)
Cropping System Intensification in the Salt-affected Coastal Zones of Bangladesh and West Bengal, India (Client: CSIRO)
Hydrology Study for the Khulna Water Supply Project Phase – II (Client: ADB)
Feasibility study and Detail Engineering Drawing on appropriate water supply technologies in climate risk hot spots of Coastal Areas (Client: DPHE)
3D GW Modelling: Restoration of Waterbodies for Sustainable Water Management in Dhaka Watershed (Client: DWASA)
Mathematical Modelling Study for Rehabilitation of Barisal Irrigation Project (BIP) (Client: BWDB)
Updating Feasibility Study for Kurigram Irrigation Project (North and South Unit) (Client: BWDB)
Comprehensive Feasibility Study for Sustainable Restoration and Protection of Wetlands (Haor, baor, beel and connected rivers etc.) in Different Hydrological Regions of Bangladesh (Client: DBHWD)
Study for Investigation of Groundwater and Surface Water Irrigation in Habiganj, Maulavibazar, Sylhet, Sunamganj, Netrokona and Kishoreganj Districts (Client: DBHWD)
Assessment of State of Water Resources for updating NWMP (Client: WARPO)
Consultancy Services for Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) and Baseline Study of the State of Water Resources in the High Barind Region (Client: WARPO)
Assessment of Variability of Seepage and Percolation Loss in Irrigated Rice Field (R&D Committee, IWM)
Joint Action Research on Saltwater Intrusion in Groundwater in the Coastal Area (Client: DPHE)
Mathematical Modelling Study to Assess Upazilla Wise Surface Water and Groundwater Resources and Changes in Groundwater Level Distribution due to Withdrawal of Groundwater at the Pilot Areas (Client: BWDB)