Land Minister vows new building and ‘Yellow Bus’ for Rajshahi college.
Land Minister Mizanur Rahman Minu today said Bangladeshi students are not only receiving education at renowned institutions across the world but are also establishing themselves with distinction in their respective professions.
He made the remarks while addressing a freshers' reception ceremony for the Class XI students of the 2026-27 academic year at Shaheed Mamun Mahmud Police Line School and College in Rajshahi this noon.
The minister said the merit and competence of Bangladeshi students are enhancing the country's image abroad.
He announced that an initiative would be taken to construct a large building at the institution. Efforts would also be made to introduce a 'Yellow Bus' service to facilitate students' commuting.
Describing the institution's problems as collective concerns, Minu called upon all concerned to work together to ensure a congenial academic environment and promote the institution's development.
He said the present government is working to improve the country's education system, while Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is making tireless efforts to advance the education sector.
Initiatives are underway to restore a favourable environment so that students can pursue their studies properly, he added.
Addressing the students, the minister urged them to remain attentive to their studies and acquire quality education to contribute to the welfare of the country, nation and society.
He also called upon them to play a responsible role in preserving the institution's development and maintaining a healthy educational environment.
Rajshahi Metropolitan Police Commissioner and President of the institution's Governing Body Mohammad Faizul Kabir presided over the programme.
Rajshahi City Corporation Administrator Mahfuzur Rahman Riton and Rajshahi Zila Parishad Administrator Ershad Ali Isha attended the event as special guests.
The newly admitted students were welcomed with flowers at the programme.
Rajshahi Metropolitan Jubo Dal Convener Shariful Islam Johnny, the institution's Acting Principal Md Yakub Ali, RMP officials, teachers and students were also present.
