Minister for Women & Children Affairs and Social Welfare Prof. Dr. A.Z.M. Zahid Hossain stated that the government is according the highest priority to technical and technological education alongside formal academic learning to build a skilled workforce capable of tackling global challenges posed by the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Speaking as the chief guest at a discussion organized on the occasion of the 56th Foundation Anniversary of the Institution of Diploma Engineers, Bangladesh (IDEB) and Public Engineering Day at IDEB Bhaban in Kakrail, Dhaka, on Sunday, November 8, 2026, the minister highlighted that a skilled human resource base is vital for national survival in today's technology-driven competitive landscape.
Read nextJamaat-e-Islami Labels Government a 'Syndicate Regime' During Mass Protest Over Gas & Commodity Price HikesDr. Zahid emphasized that the government is committed to building a non-discriminatory and inclusive modern Bangladesh. Calling upon diploma engineers to upgrade their skills, he urged relevant authorities not to restrict technical training opportunities to Dhaka alone, but to expand modern, up-to-date vocational facilities to every division and district level. Presided over by Engr. Md. Kabir Hossain, the event was attended by central executive leaders of IDEB, senior departmental officials, and student organization representatives.
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