Major education reform expected within two years

State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj has said that Bangladesh’s education system is set to undergo a transformative overhaul within the next two years, with wide-ranging reforms already in progress.

Speaking at an event at the National Press Club on Thursday, he revealed that the government is currently working on a new policy framework for primary school teachers. The policy, which includes a revised transfer system with a focus on localization, is expected to be implemented between August and September.

The state minister noted that the government aims to introduce a revised national curriculum by early 2028 as part of its broader efforts to modernize education. He emphasized that the country’s education system has long suffered due to political influence, and the new reforms seek to ensure quality education beyond the traditional GPA-5 focused evaluation system.

Hajjaj also highlighted ongoing initiatives, including a pilot project for a mid-day meal programme, which could be launched nationwide by 2027 if successful. In addition, a pilot programme to distribute uniforms and school bags to primary students is scheduled to begin in August, with the Prime Minister expected to inaugurate the initiative.

He reiterated that these combined efforts are part of a comprehensive strategy to bring meaningful and lasting improvements to the country’s education sector.