Dhaka: BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi emphasized the importance of understanding ancestral history to cultivate patriotism and inspire educational pursuits. Rizvi addressed this sentiment as the chief guest at the ‘Meritorious Student Reception Ceremony,’ an event organized by the Sher-e-Bangla A.K. Fazlul Huq Foundation at the Institution of Engineers, Bangladesh (IEB) auditorium.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Rizvi spoke to students about the significance of historical awareness, citing the example of last year’s student movement, the July Uprising. He highlighted the selflessness displayed by young students during the movement, particularly mentioning a student named Mugdha, who continued to support his peers even after being shot. Rizvi argued that such historical knowledge is crucial for igniting patriotism.
Rizvi elaborated on the contributions of Sher-e-Bangla Fazlul Huq, a pivotal figure in promoting education among the Muslim community. He noted that Huq’s father was among the first Muslims to earn a B.A. degree in 1862, and Huq himself completed a Master’s in Mathematics with remarkable speed. He also credited Huq with implementing the roll number system for unbiased examination evaluations and mandating Arabic or Persian teachers in schools to enhance employment opportunities for Bengali Muslims.
The event, which celebrated the academic achievements of students from Vikarunnisa Noon School and College, Ideal School and College, and South Point School and College, saw crests and certificates awarded for attaining a GPA-5. The foundation’s Chief Adviser Marghub Morshed presided over the ceremony, with President Engineer Abu Hanif as the keynote speaker. Other notable attendees included BNP Chairperson’s Adviser SM Abdul Halim, Foundation’s General Secretary Ziaur Rahman, and Mohila Dal Joint Secretary Sabina Yeasmin.