Rangpur:Government officials and anti-corruption activists have advocated for the enhancement of extracurricular activities to raise awareness against corruption among young students, aiming to free the nation from corruption.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, this initiative was highlighted during the award distribution function of the 'Anti-Corruption Debates, Art, Patriotic Songs, Quizzes, and Essay Competitions-2026' held at the Shilpokola Academy auditorium on Tuesday evening.
The event, organized by the District Corruption Prevention Committee (DCPC) in collaboration with the District Combined Office of Anti Corruption Commission (ACC), aimed to honor young students who excelled in various anti-corruption-themed competitions throughout 2026. These included debates, art, patriotic music, quizzes, and essay contests.
In the final round of the debate, focusing on the theme "A lack of values and patriotism is the root cause of corruption," Rangpur Police Lines School and College emerged victorious over Rangpur Cantonment Public School and College. The event was chaired by Dr. Nasima Akter, President of the Rangpur DCPC, with Deputy Commissioner Israt Jahan distributing prizes as the chief guest.
Special guests included Director of the ACC's Rangpur Divisional Office Moha Nurul Huda, Deputy Director Abu Hena Ashikur Rahman, and Deputy Director Md Shawon Mia of the ACC's Rangpur Integrated District Office. They addressed the gathering, emphasizing the role of young people in combating corruption.
Deputy Director Md Shawon Mia highlighted corruption as an obstacle to social and national progress, stressing the need for instilling good habits and moral values in the youth. Director Moha Nurul Huda underscored that tackling corruption is a collective responsibility, urging the youth to maintain their principles and morality while pursuing their ambitions.
Deputy Commissioner Israt Jahan praised the establishment of 'Integrity Units' in schools, which aim to instill moral values, honesty, and patriotism in students. She emphasized the necessity of developing strong moral character and patriotism in students to build a corruption-free Bangladesh.