The Inaugural Ceremony of the above mentioned training course was held at the auditorium of the Atomic Energy Centre, Dhaka (AECD) at 10 AM on 19 March, 2016. The course is being organized by National Oceanographic and Maritime Institute (NOAMI) with financial assistance from the Ministry of Science and Technology, GOB. Professor Mesbahuddin Ahmed, Vice-Chancellor of Bangladesh Gono Bishwabidyalay and also the President of Bangladesh Academy of Sciences graced the occasion as its Chief Guest. Professor Naiyyum Chowdhury, Vice-Chairman of NOAMI gave the Welcome Address. In his Inaugural Address, Professor Mesbahuddin Ahmed lauded the role played by NOAMI for promoting the study of oceanography in Bangladesh. Professor A.A.Z. Ahmad, Chairman, NOAMI presided over the function. Professor Ahmad elaborated on the activities of NOAMI since its inception in 1978. He also mentioned the R/D projects carried out by NOAMI scientists and researchers over the past years in various sectors. Dr. Dilip Kumar Saha, Director AECD also spoke on the occasion. Professor Abdul Karim, Joint Secretary of NOAMI gave the vote of thanks. The function was attended by the participants of the course, the resource persons, NOAMI members and researchers working in different universities and R/D organizations of the country.