Dhaka:The BNPMC National Science Carnival-2026 commenced today at Birshreshtha Noor Mohammad Public College in Pilkhana, showcasing approximately 300 science-based projects from 150 educational institutions across Bangladesh.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Brigadier General Momtajur Rahman, the Additional Director General of Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and the chairman of the college's governing body, inaugurated the festival at 11 am. A press release from the BGB highlighted the inauguration.
During the inaugural ceremony, Brigadier General Rahman emphasized that science festivals are instrumental in developing students' research skills, creativity, social awareness, and presentation capabilities. He noted that such events motivate students to apply their classroom knowledge to real-world situations and inspire innovation.
Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Md Tajul Islam, the college principal, welcomed attendees by stating that the festival's goal is to promote science education, foster creative thinking, and encourage innovative activities among students. He expressed hope that the younger generation would play a crucial role in advancing Bangladesh through science and technology.
The carnival includes various competitions such as science olympiads, wall magazine contests, project presentations, extempore speeches, analytical quizzes, story writing, and computer gaming. Additionally, mobile science exhibitions are available for students, featuring a 4D movie bus and a museum bus operated by the National Museum of Science and Technology.
Education Minister and Primary and Mass Education Minister Dr. ANM Ehsanul Hoque Milon, MP, is slated to attend the closing ceremony as the chief guest on October 31, as mentioned in the press release.