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IPDC Finance Limited has announced the initiation for the 4th season of IPDC-Prothom Alo Priyo Shikkhok Shommanona.
The announcement came from a simple ceremony at the capital’s Pan Pacific Sonargaon Hotel on Monday.
The initiative to recognise the extraordinary contributions of school-level teachers across the country began in 2019, said a press release.
The program started with speeches from Munir Hasan, Chief Coordinator, Digital Transformation and Youth Program, Prothom Alo and Mominul Islam, Managing Director and CEO of IPDC Finance Limited. Matiur Rahman, Editor of Prothom Alo, delivered the closing speech. Also present at the event were senior officials of both organizing institutions, teachers from various reputed educational institutions of Dhaka, and media personnel.
The presence of Maria Manda, a member of the SAFF winning Bangladesh women’s football team added a unique dimension to the program. Her favorite teacher Md Mofij Uddin, the Headmaster of Mymensingh Ronosinghpur Government Primary School was also present at the event. He was also a recipient of ‘Priyo Shikkhok’ recognition in the first season of the program. Mofij Uddin congratulated his student Maria Manda with a bouquet of flowers.
During his speech, Mominul Islam, Managing Director and CEO of IPDC Finance Limited said, “Our teachers must take the responsibility of advancing the education sector to international standards. However, we have the responsibility to ensure that teachers receive the respect and honor that they deserve. With that aim in mind, we are very happy to continue organizing the Priyo Shikkhok Shommanona awards.”
Matiur Rahman, editor or Prothom Alo said, “Despite the obstacles the country faces, Bangladesh is moving forward in many areas. We want to see Bangladesh continue to flourish in all sectors.” Speaking about possible solutions to the crisis in the education system, he further added, “I urge teachers to be vigilant about and engaged in this matter. This is the only way we can bring gradual change in society.”
Highlighting the unique context of the Priyo Shikkhok Shommanona program, Munir Hasan, Chief Coordinator, Digital Transformation and Youth Program, Prothom Alo said, “By organising this event for the fourth time in a row, we are able to fulfill the purpose of honoring the teachers who work tirelessly to build our country and society. I offer my sincerest gratitude to IPDC for collaborating with us on this unique arrangement.”
The nomination process of this event will continue until 15 November 2022. To nominate your favorite teacher for this award, visit www.priyoshikkhok.com.
An inspirational teacher enlightens students on the power and importance of education, both through memorable lessons as well as inspiring their desire to discover more. Of these teachers, some occupy an unforgettable space in our minds, all throughout our lives.
