MAILBOX

"In With the New"
The Star Weekend's initiative to promote the emerging politicians is appreciable. I liked the positive stories of our new generation politicians published in this issue (published in June 12, 2015) of the Star Weekend.

However, I think the Star Weekend team could include some more faces. It has missed some aspiring young political leaders who are no less resourceful than the covered ones. My suggestion is we should put more emphasis on the social leaders than the political ones. I think the contribution of social leaders to Bangladesh's development is far more significant than the politicians.  
Abraar Sakib
Uttara, Dhaka

Photo: Prabir Das

"Preparing for the Blessed Month"
Last week's article published in the health page of the Star Weekend was really resourceful and also very topical. Most of us don't take any preparation before the holy month of Ramadan. We often pass it like we pass the other eleven months of the year. Many of us fast throughout the month but without taking any care of our body and soul. Unlike regular health tips, the article not only includes some important health issues but it also shows me the way to heal my soul during this holy month. I would like to thank the writer for her effort in this regard. 
Sarawat Alam
Kalyanpur, Dhaka

Go Ahead, Team Bangladesh!
Bangladesh is now one of the well-known countries in the cricketing world. The tigers are playing excellent cricket consistently, have been since the world cup. In the world cup, we defeated England to reach the dreamy quarter finals. After the World Cup, we whitewashed Pakistan impressively. Now the team spirit among the tigers is extremely high. Our team is now full of talented and experienced batsmen and bowlers. They are some of the heroic sons of our country who strive to keep our nation's stature upright. We expect that our team will show their outstanding performance against India. Team Bangladesh, go ahead, you are the bearers of hopes and dreams of 16 crore people of our country.
Shayek Ahmed Sajib
Department of English, University of Rajshahi

*** The opinions expressed in these letters do not necessarily represent the views of the Star Weekend.