Lalmonirhat:Disaster Management and Relief Minister Asadul Habib Dulu emphasized the importance of sports and cultural activities in creating a drug-free society.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the Minister highlighted the potential of sports to engage the youth and develop them into skilled athletes and informed citizens. He made these remarks while speaking to journalists after inaugurating the 'Deputy Commissioner Alokito Kishore Gold Cup Football Tournament-2026' at the Lalmonirhat District Stadium.
The tournament, organized by the district administration, was presided over by its organizing committee president, Deputy Commissioner of Lalmonirhat Muhammad Rashedul Haque Prodhan. The Minister noted that Lalmonirhat had a tradition of enthusiastic sports competitions, which had been interrupted for some time. However, the local stadium has recently been cleaned and refurbished, signaling a revival of these activities.
Minister Dulu pointed out that revitalizing sports can help rehabilitate young people affected by drug addiction. He observed that there is a growing interest in sports among the youth in Lalmonirhat, who are returning to the fields. This event aims to communicate the positive impacts of sports to the younger generation.
The Deputy Commissioner expressed gratitude for the Minister's support in organizing the tournament and hoped it would further boost the youth's interest in sports. He encouraged guardians to support their children's participation in sports, emphasizing its role in their physical and mental development.
The opening match of the tournament saw Morning Star Football Academy and Bashundhara Krira Chakra compete, with a total of 16 teams participating in the event. Attendees included Lalmonirhat Superintendent of Police Md Asaduzzaman, District Council Administrator AKM Mominul Haque, Sadar Upazila Nirbahi Officer Mononita Das, and other local leaders and officials.