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Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has called on students to play an active role in protecting the environment, maintaining cleanliness and preventing dengue, while urging them to contribute to positive change through small but meaningful actions.
He made the remarks while meeting students of Sunbeams School in front of the Prime Minister’s Office at the Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban at around 4:30pm on Wednesday.
Deputy Press Secretary to the Prime Minister Suzauddoula Sujon Mahmud confirmed the matter.
The students visited Parliament to learn about its proceedings and observe a parliamentary session as part of an initiative to encourage young people to understand the country’s democratic institutions.
During the recess for Asr prayers, the prime minister met the students and enquired about their studies, health and other matters. He also discussed their role in protecting the environment, maintaining cleanliness, promoting public health and preventing dengue.
Outlining the government’s plans for environmental protection, Tarique said the government has taken an initiative to plant 250 million trees across the country.
“You should also participate in this initiative. Develop the habit of planting trees around your homes, educational institutions and even the homes of relatives,” he told the students.
He encouraged them to give trees as gifts on birthdays and other special occasions to develop a culture of tree-giving.
Recalling the cleanliness of cities abroad, the prime minister urged students to discourage friends and relatives from littering in public places.
“If you see your friends or relatives making the environment dirty or throwing waste on the streets, ask them not to do so,” he said.
Sharing his experience of living in London, Tarique said citizens themselves help keep the environment clean there.
“If we keep our homes and surroundings clean ourselves, it is possible to keep the entire country clean. Change must begin at home,” he said.
The prime minister also urged students to take preventive measures against dengue in advance, saying the risk of the disease remains high for three months from September.
He asked them to keep their homes and surroundings clean and ensure that no stagnant water accumulates anywhere, as such water can become a breeding ground for Aedes mosquitoes.
Tarique further encouraged students to undertake small initiatives that could contribute to positive changes in society and the country.
“We will do some small things that will contribute to positive change in society and the country. You should also participate in these efforts and help build a beautiful country,” he said.
The students expressed enthusiasm at meeting the prime minister and pledged to respond to his call to help build a cleaner and greener Bangladesh.
A total of 124 Sunbeams students, accompanied by 14 teachers, attended Parliament to observe its proceedings and gain an understanding of parliamentary activities as part of an initiative to inspire young people to become future leaders.
