DHAKA, June 29, 2024 (BSS) - Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury today announced that educational institutions will implement a greening project aimed at improving the overall environment side by side with providing quality education. 

He made the announcement while addressing as the chief guest at the annual sports competition and inter-departmental debate competition prize distribution and freshman induction ceremony at the Khilgaon Model University College auditorium in the capital.

He said the government prioritizes the development of education, the health sector, and the environment.

Saber highlighted that educational institutions are working towards creating smart citizens as part of the Smart Bangladesh initiative.

The minister stressed the importance of organizing sports and cultural competitions for the mental and physical development of students. 

Such competitions help students develop leadership qualities and prepare them for success in various fields, he added. 

He urged teachers to guide students properly and keep themselves away from irregularities. 

Saber assured that all necessary initiatives would be taken for the development of education, including opening new departments, constructing new buildings, and providing facilities to underprivileged students.

Prof. Md. Imam Zafar, principal of the institution presided over the ceremony while Md. Abdur Rauf, president of the governing body joined it as the special guest. 

Local Awami League leaders, teachers, parents, and students also joined the ceremony.

During the event, the Environment Minister planted saplings in the educational institution, distributed prizes among the winners of various competitions.