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President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir stated that differences of opinion, constructive criticism, and peaceful protest are inherent to politics, and therein lies the true beauty of democracy. He remarked, “The politics of vengeance hinders the growth of democracy.”

He made these remarks yesterday when a delegation from Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology University (HSTU), led by Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. M Enamullah, paid a courtesy call on him at Bangabhaban. The President’s Press Secretary, Md. Sarwar Alam, provided this information.

During the meeting, HSTU Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. M Enamullah briefed the President on the university’s overall academic activities. He mentioned that approximately 15,000 students are currently studying at the university. He also informed the President about the government allocation of Tk 600 crore for infrastructural development. Additionally, he sought the President’s cooperation in resolving various issues, including the recruitment of teachers for vacant posts and the accommodation crisis faced by female students.

The President assured the delegation that these issues would be addressed and urged them to maintain high educational standards to foster the expansion of higher education in the country’s northern region, which lags somewhat behind in this regard.

The Vice-Chancellor formally invited the President to attend the upcoming convocation ceremony. The President accepted the invitation and assured them of his presence at the event.

The President’s Military Secretary, Secretary, and Press Secretary, along with the university’s Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Treasurer, and Registrar, were present during the meeting.

President calls for a youth-led social movement against drugs: President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has called upon the country’s young generation as well as social and voluntary organizations to raise awareness and build a strong social movement against drug abuse. He made this call yesterday at Bangabhaban when a 38-member delegation from ‘Ahban’—a social and cultural organization comprising talented young students and professionals from Thakurgaon district—paid a courtesy call on him. The organization’s Convener, Lukman Sharif, and Member Secretary, Dr. … Tahmid Ahmed led the delegation. A press release from the President’s Press Wing conveyed this information.

During the meeting, the President remarked, “If the young generation is not protected from the devastating impact of drugs, the nation’s desired progress will be hindered. Drug abuse not only destroys the promising lives of many young people but also harms families and society. It is crucial to build an effective social movement involving people from all walks of life to eradicate the drug menace.”

He further added, “To bring prosperity to a region, its people must be awakened, and education, culture, knowledge, science, and human values ​​must be fostered. Social and voluntary organizations in the country play a vital role in driving positive societal change and ensuring public welfare.”
The President commended various social, cultural, and voluntary activities organized by ‘Ahban,’ such as the school-based science fair in Thakurgaon, a football tournament featuring persons with disabilities, medical camps, the distribution of winter clothing, and the ‘Gen-Z Carnival.’

Urging the youth to play a more active role in the overall development of Thakurgaon district, the President said, “Young people and professionals can make significant contributions to the district’s economic and agricultural development, the welfare of the poor and marginalized, support for meritorious yet financially disadvantaged students, the resolution of social issues like drug abuse, and the facilitation of public access to government services.” He called upon the younger generation to uphold democratic values ​​and healthy cultural practices in their personal, social, and organizational lives.

During the meeting, members of ‘Ahban’ described the President as a source of inspiration for the younger generation. They also expressed their gratitude and thanks for his role in the development and public welfare of Thakurgaon district. They pledged to work from their respective positions to build a beautiful, humane, enlightened, and prosperous Bangladesh. The delegation members sought the President’s guidance and cooperation for the organization’s activities. The President assured them of his full support and wished them all well.

Secretaries to the President and senior officials were present during the meeting.
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