State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj today stressed the need for practical, research-based solutions to address challenges in Bangladesh’s education sector.
“Beyond theoretical discussions, effective initiatives based on real problem-solving research are essential,” he said while speaking at the unveiling of his book ‘Bangladesh er Shikkha Sangskar er Ruprekha: The Learning Nation’ at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Center in the capital.
He said fundamental research and its application in the education sector remain limited and need urgent expansion.
“Education is the nation’s most important investment and a basic human right. The system must be modern, effective and humane, considering ground realities,” he added.
Referring to his academic background, the state minister said he has long worked on education systems at home and abroad, noting that Bangladesh’s education sector is now attracting growing international attention.
Highlighting existing challenges, he said some schools still lack adequate sanitation facilities, while others face land shortages.
“Though these issues will take time to resolve, the government is advancing with realistic plans,” he said.
He also emphasized transparency and accountability in implementing reforms and thanked Prime Minister Tarique Rahman for supporting modernization initiatives in primary education.
Speaking as a discussant, Prime Minister’s Information and Broadcasting Adviser Dr Zahed Ur Rahman underscored the need for proper diagnosis of problems in the education system.
He warned that many students advance without acquiring minimum competencies, posing a challenge to building a skilled workforce.
The event was chaired by educationist Dr. Mahbub Ullah.
Among others, former caretaker government adviser Rasheda K. Choudhury, economist Debapriya Bhattacharya, Professor Salimullah Khan, Prothom Alo Managing Editor Anisul Hoque and media personality and political analyst Abdun Noor Tushar spoke as discussants.
