# Technical Institutions Directed to Convert Unused Land into Playgrounds

*The Directorate of Technical Education has mandated institutions to convert unused land into playgrounds.*

July 27, 2026 · Education

The Directorate of Technical Education (DTE) has instructed all institutions under its authority to convert unused land into playgrounds. This initiative aims to provide adequate sports facilities in both urban and rural areas. Institutions have been directed to develop any unused land into playgrounds following designs approved by the National Sports Council (NSC). Additionally, existing unusable playgrounds should be renovated to make them fit for sports activities. Reports of these initiatives must be submitted to the DTE by July 30.

## FAQs

1. **Which institutions are affected by this directive?**
All Technical Teachers’ Training Colleges, Engineering Colleges, Polytechnic Institutes, and Government Technical Schools and Colleges under the DTE's authority.

2. **What must institutions do with their unused land?**
Institutions must develop any unused land into playgrounds following designs approved by the National Sports Council.

3. **Are there any existing facilities that need attention?**
Yes, existing unusable playgrounds should be renovated to make them fit for sports activities.

4. **When must institutions submit their reports?**
Institutions must send reports of their initiatives to the DTE by July 30 via email.

## Sources

- BSS

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Source: https://pulsetoday.com.bd/en/education/technical-institutions-transform-unused-land-playgrounds