MEET THE VISIONARIES
THE ONIKET ALAM VISION
Sustainable Aquaculture, Strong Returns
Oniket Alam, a writer, director, and entrepreneur, owns Anahita Farms. After graduating from the Arts University Bournemouth with a National Diploma in Sound and Moving Image and a BA (Hons) in Film Production, he returned to Bangladesh and, in 2015, took over his family’s shrimp farm. Seeing the potential for something more sustainable, he transformed it into the thriving freshwater fish farm it is today. Living with his family in the peaceful village of Bhatshala, Oniket balances his creative work and his passion for aquaculture, raising his daughter and son and building a better future for his community. His story shows how vision and hard work can transform not just a farm, but a community too.
Anahita Farms work through the Oniket Alam Fondation.
Barkat Ullah Maruf
A VISIONARY LEADER IN BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Barkat Ullah Maruf, Head of Business Development at Anahita Farms, brings a unique and diverse background to the role. A graduate of Jahangirnagar University, he combines a strong entrepreneurial spirit, nurtured by his upbringing in a business-oriented family, with experience as a writer, filmmaker, and seasoned development practitioner.
Driven by a desire to explore new possibilities and shape the future of aquaculture in Bangladesh, he transitioned from a successful international development career to join Anahita Farms. Mr. Maruf also holds a master’s degree in Development Studies from BRAC University, with a focus on research and development paradigms. His experience includes working on a UN mission in Africa, and as a researcher for National Geographic, as well as many national and international NGOs. Currently, he represents the Third World Network as a civil society observer at the World Trade Organization.
Investors who share our vision and are interested in our journey are encouraged to contact Barkat Ullah Maruf.
Tariq Yussouf
HONORARY SPECIAL ADVISOR
Md. Shafiul Alam
Senior Advisor
Good Aquaculture Practices (GAP)
MEET THE CATALYSTS
Solaiman Bin Habib
Chief Scientific Officer
Ruhul Kuddus Khokon
SYSTEMS CONSULTANT, FEED INTEGRATION
Skeikh Mostafizur Rahman
Farm Manager
With two decades of leadership in cold storage and a professional background in accounting, Mostafizur bridges the gap between fiscal oversight and industrial operations. His experience is vital to the seamless management of Anahita Farms’ large scale operations.
Shamim Rahman
Operations Manager & Deputy Farm Manager
With over a decade of construction industry experience, Md. Shamim Rahman oversees our essential infrastructure and daily logistics. His technical expertise ensures that Anahita Farms’ large scale physical operations remain efficient, safe, and structurally sound
Rabiul Islam
Chief Accountant
With over a decade of dedicated service at Anahita Farms and a background in microfinance, Rabiul Islam leads our financial department. His deep institutional loyalty and integrity ensure the highest standards of fiscal accountability and care.
Md. Hannan Sardar
Senior Accountant & HR Manager
Md. Hannan Sardar brings extensive experience from various senior roles in Dhaka-based organizations. He applies this diverse professional background to maintain precise financial records and enhance the accounting systems at Anahita Farms.
Arjun Kumar Bairagi
Internal Audit Officer & Senior Unit Manager
With nearly 30 years at Anahita Farms, Arjun combines deep financial oversight with hands-on pond management. He currently audits our accounts and manages the operations of our two largest production units with seasoned expertise.
Mamun Hossain Biswas
Unit Manager & Senior Sales Manager
With over twenty years in aquaculture and his dedicated time with the Oniket Alam Foundation, Mamun brings exceptional skill to our team. His dual expertise in operations and sales ensures high efficiency across our production and markets.
Md. Zakir Hossain
Plantation Manager & Senior Logistics Manager
Drawing on a family heritage of farming and experience in the garment and aquaculture industries, Zakir brings a unique perspective to our team. He expertly balances logistics with a deep, natural connection to plantation management.
Shujon Hossain
Executive Secretary to the CEO & Scientific Officer
A graduate of the four year SACMO medical training, Shujon brings clinical precision to Anahita Farms. His background as a medical professional and his scientific insights streamline our operations, ensuring a sophisticated, health-focused approach to aquaculture.
Shubhash Chandra Das
Harvesting Manager
With over twenty years at our farm, Shubhash has mastered the intricacies of aquaculture through hands-on experience. His tireless work ethic and deep operational knowledge are fundamental to the success of every harvest at Anahita Farms.
Abdur Rouf Sardar
Unit Manager, ARP
With three decades of expertise, Rouf manages Arashman’s Rearing Ponds (ARP), the vital unit supplying all fingerlings for Anahita Farms. His mastery of delicate fingerling culture is the foundation of our entire farm’s production success.
Rezaul Islam Sardar
Lease Relations & Community Engagement Manager
A former community outreach officer for WorldFish, Rezaul manages our land-leasing operations with dedication. He serves as the vital link between Anahita Farms and our landlords, upholding our core philosophy of community centric growth and partnership.


