DHAKA, Nov 4, 2024 (BSS) - Environment, Forest and Climate Change Adviser 
Syeda Rizwana Hasan today said 10 streets in Dhaka city will be declared 
horn-free in January next.
 
She made the remark while speaking at the Grand Finale of the "Shahid Selim 
BUFT National Debate Competition - 2024" held at BGMEA University of Fashion 
& Technology in Uttara here. 
 
Addressing as the chief guest, Rizwana said necessary amendments to the law 
will be brought to promote a horn-free country. 
 
She asked all to drive responsibly and reduce horn use while driving 
vehicles, and highlighted the crucial role of youth in raising public 
awareness on issues like environment and climate change.
 
The adviser said today's youth will build tomorrow's Bangladesh.
 
She urged young people to contribute to creating an eco-friendly country by 
fostering problem-solving skills based on accurate information, critical 
thinking and creativity. 
 
Rizwana said debates sharpen communication skills, analytical abilities and 
perspectives on problem-solving.
 
Faruque Hassan, Chairman of the University Board of Trustees; Nasir Uddin 
Chowdhury, trustee member; and Professor Dr Engineer Ayub Nabi Khan, BGMEA 
University Pro-Vice Chancellor; also spoke.
 
This year's competition included 32 university and 32 college teams.
 In the 
university category, Dhaka University Debating Society won the championship, 
with Jahangirnagar University Debating Society and North South University 
Debating Society as first and second runners-up, respectively. 
 
In the college category, Adamjee Cantonment College won the championship, 
followed by Bangladesh Navy College and Mirpur Cantonment College as first 
and second runners-up.