Dhaka: The government has initiated an e-learning programme in 12 primary and secondary schools across the three hill districts, with an aim to expand it to 149 more institutions, announced Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus.
According to United News of Bangladesh, Prof Yunus inaugurated the programme virtually from the state guesthouse Jamuna, interacting with teachers and students from the three primary and nine secondary schools. The schools participating in the initial phase include Rani Dayamoyi High School in Rangamati, Al-Amin Nuria Dakhil Madrasha in Kaptai, among others in Khagrachhari and Bandarban.
CHT Affairs Adviser Supradip Chakma and Chief Adviser’s SDG Affairs Principal Coordinator Lamia Morshed were present during the inauguration. Prof Yunus addressed the students, acknowledging the delay in internet access and committing to extend this initiative to 3,500 schools nationwide.
Prof Yunus emphasized the benefits of e-learning, noting that it provides access to quality education irrespective of a teacher’s location and eliminates dependency on local educators. He also highlighted the potential for improved healthcare access through internet communication with doctors.
He asserted the need for equal rights for citizens in remote areas, stressing that the government must ensure they are not deprived of opportunities available elsewhere.
During a virtual exchange, teachers and students expressed gratitude to the Chief Adviser for the initiative. Adviser Supradip Chakma remarked that the programme is a step towards fulfilling government promises, aiming to connect the hill districts with Bangladesh and the world.