Dhaka:Social Welfare Minister Prof Dr A Z M Zahid Hossain emphasized the government's commitment to prioritizing technical and technological education alongside formal education to develop skilled human resources. This initiative aims to meet the challenges posed by the Fourth Industrial Revolution and advancements in artificial intelligence (AI).
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Dr Zahid highlighted the government's efforts to establish a skilled workforce capable of maintaining the country's competitive edge in the rapidly evolving global technological landscape. He made these remarks during a discussion held in celebration of the 56th founding anniversary of the Institution of Diploma Engineers, Bangladesh (IDEB) and Ganaprokoushal Dibosh (Mass Engineering Day) at the IDEB Building in Kakrail.
The minister stressed the importance of collective efforts to build a modern and prosperous nation, urging unity and the prevention of societal division. He stated the government's vision of creating a discrimination-free, inclusive, and humane Bangladesh by involving individuals from all sectors of society.
Dr Zahid also acknowledged the historical contributions of past leaders in elevating the status of diploma engineers, noting that Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman had recognized them as sub-assistant engineers, and former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia had subsequently upgraded their classification. He concluded by urging authorities to enhance training for engineers and expand technical training facilities to regional levels promptly.