Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today sought the cooperation of primary school teachers in raising children with humane values, emphasizing that children must be brought up as humane individuals to build a 'humane Bangladesh'. Addressing the primary school teachers at a function in Dhaka, he said, 'Humane citizens are needed to build the country. You are the ones who are responsible for developing those compassionate citizens. If children are grown up as humane individuals, a humane Bangladesh will be built'.
Role of Teachers
Describing the primary school teachers as the architects of shaping children into good human beings, the Prime Minister said, 'You should be careful so that no child grows up to be cruel towards people, animals or birds. They should not be cruel to anyone. So, it is your responsibility to raise children with compassion.' He also highlighted the need for better training for teachers to enhance their capabilities in instilling morality and values among children.
Comprehensive Education
The Prime Minister stressed the importance of sports alongside academic studies for children. He called upon children to plant one tree every year during the monsoon, saying, 'Every year during the rainy season, you should plant a tree. As the tree grows, you too will grow. The tree will become your friend. Sitting under it, you will find relief from fatigue and enjoy peace.'
The event, held at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre, was presided over by Education Minister ANM Ehsanul Hoque Milon and jointly organized by the Directorate of Primary Education and the Ministry of Primary and Mass Education. A documentary was screened highlighting the current state of primary education and the contributions of Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia to the development of education.
State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj, and PM's Adviser on Education and Primary and Mass Education Mahdi Amin also spoke at the function. Secretary to the Ministry of Primary and Mass Education Md Sakhawat Hossain delivered the welcome address. Children from different districts across the country attended the ceremony, where medals were presented to the best students and outstanding individuals and institutions for their contributions to the education sector. A debate competition on the importance of mobile technology in education was also held.
