Speakers at a commemorative programme on Thursday lauded the outstanding contribution of late Mahabub Hossain in the field of empirical research on agriculture, rural economy and other development issues in Bangladesh. They opined that despite his tremendous contribution to investigative and primary data-based research, his works have not been duly recognised. The speakers also said Mahabub Hossain has made substantial contribution to research on development economics and agricultural policy in South and South East Asia. He has brought his expertise on key issues related to poverty reduction and empowerment of marginal people in Bangladesh, they added