Focus on both studies and sports

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman yesterday encouraged children to focus on both studies and physical activities, saying sports play a vital role in developing intelligence.

“Alongside studies, you must engage more in sports. Playing helps increase intelligence,” he told students during a surprise visit to BIAM Laboratory School in the capital.

The prime minister’s unannounced visit created a festive atmosphere at the school, as students were seen rushing forward to greet him. Many shook hands with him, while others sought autographs.

Tarique appeared delighted, spending lively moments with the students.

Entering a classroom, he asked, “How are you? How are your studies going?” – instantly drawing cheerful responses from the children.

As he spoke about the importance of sports, several students responded enthusiastically, agreeing with his remarks.

The prime minister, in turn, affectionately patted some of them on the head, lifting their spirits.

In a classroom of second-graders, Tarique Rahman spoke with children and teachers, while the students showed him their drawings and shared their aspirations for the future.

The prime minister listened attentively as the children spoke about what they wanted to become when they grew up.

The students became excited during the interaction, expressing their joy upon seeing the premier up close.

After spending some time, Tarique waved goodbye, and the students stood up, waving back as he departed.

Officials said the prime minister remained at the school for around 15 minutes after entering at approximately 11:05am.

Earlier, the prime minister inaugurated the new Training-cum-Dormitory Building of BIAM Foundation in Eskaton and later addressed officials at its auditorium.

Founded on December 29, 1991, BIAM was later transformed into the BIAM Foundation in November 2002.