Dhaka: State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj has emphasized the need for establishing the right and positive narrative in society to build an inclusive and discrimination-free Bangladesh. He urged the youth to take a leading role in overcoming misconceptions on various issues, including politics, religion, and gender, and to establish an evidence-based perspective.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Bobby Hajjaj made these remarks as the chief guest at a discussion titled 'From Commitment to Implementation: 180 Days of Government in Protecting Women's and Children's Rights,' organized by the Coalition for Advancing Equality and Justice at a hotel in Gulshan in the capital today. He highlighted the importance of establishing the right narrative for the future Bangladesh, stressing that misconceptions surrounding gender, politics, and religion must be reviewed, and the correct picture presented in light of reality.
Bobby Hajjaj further called for the recognition of women's multifaceted identities, emphasizing that women should not be viewed merely as daughters, mothers, or wives, but their multifaceted capabilities must be valued. He also spoke about the need for a change in social attitudes, stating that competence, participation, and public trust are the main factors in democratic politics, not just physical strength.
Outlining the government's plans to improve the overall quality of primary education, the state minister stated that the government's main goal is to ensure quality education for all children. He mentioned that alongside government schools, private educational institutions and madrasahs are gradually being brought under effective government monitoring.
Bobby Hajjaj informed about special initiatives to ensure education in remote areas, stating that plans and work have already begun, considering the infrastructure of schools in marginal areas, including haor regions, accommodation facilities for teachers, and special needs. He also mentioned a pilot project underway to provide sanitary products to adolescent girls in primary schools and raise awareness about hygiene.
The program was chaired by development worker Nishat Sultana, with Parliament Member Dr. Shafiqul Islam Masud, Anna Minj, and Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) Executive Director Dr. Nazneen Ahmed present as special guests.