DHAKA, May 4 (V7N) — State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj today advocated for a transition from theoretical discourse to practical, research-based solutions to modernize Bangladesh's education sector. He emphasized that fundamental research and its grounded application are the keys to building a "Learning Nation."

The State Minister made these remarks during the unveiling ceremony of his new book, ‘Bangladesh er Shikkha Sangskar er Ruprekha: The Learning Nation’, held at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Center in the capital.
Modernizing the Foundation

Highlighting education as a "basic human right" and the nation's "most important investment," Bobby Hajjaj stressed that the system must adapt to current global and local realities.

Practicality over Theory: He noted that while discussions are frequent, effective initiatives rooted in real problem-solving research remain limited and require urgent expansion.

Infrastructure Challenges: The State Minister candidly addressed existing hurdles, such as inadequate sanitation facilities in some schools and land shortages in others. He assured that the government is advancing with "realistic plans" to resolve these issues over time.

Global Interest: Drawing on his extensive academic experience both at home and abroad, Hajjaj noted that Bangladesh's educational reforms are increasingly attracting international attention.

Minister Hajjaj underscored the importance of transparency in implementing these reforms. He expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Tarique Rahman for his consistent support in spearheading modernization initiatives within primary education.
Expert Insights

The event featured a diverse panel of distinguished intellectuals and analysts who provided a diagnostic view of the current system:

Dr. Zahed Ur Rahman (PM’s Information Adviser): Warned against the trend of students advancing through grades without achieving "minimum competencies," which he identified as a major barrier to creating a skilled workforce.

Dr. Mahbub Ullah (Chairperson): Led the discussion on the systemic changes required for long-term progress.

Diverse Perspectives: Notable figures including former caretaker government adviser Rasheda K. Choudhury, economist Debapriya Bhattacharya, Professor Salimullah Khan, Prothom Alo Managing Editor Anisul Hoque, and political analyst Abdun Noor Tushar also shared their views on the roadmap for reform.

The gathering concluded with a consensus that while infrastructure is vital, the quality of learning and the competency of the future workforce must remain the ultimate metrics of success for the "Learning Nation" vision.

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