DHAKA, March 24, (V7N) — An inter‑ministerial committee formed to ensure cleanliness and a hygienic environment in educational institutions across urban and rural areas held its meeting today.

State Minister for LGRD and Cooperatives Mir Shahe Alam chaired the meeting at the Local Government Division conference room.

The meeting emphasized effective initiatives to improve environmental standards in schools and support the physical and mental development of students.

Key measures discussed include:

  • Organizing group‑based cleaning activities every Thursday on school premises.

  • Regular tree plantation drives.

  • Routine cleaning of nearby markets located in or around school grounds, under the initiative of local representatives.

  • Keeping school grounds open in the afternoon to encourage recreational activities.

  • Organizing inter‑union sports competitions to promote healthy student development.

The meeting stressed stronger coordination among relevant agencies to ensure a hygienic environment in educational institutions.

It was noted that the six‑member committee was formed following directives from the Prime Minister’s Office. Mir Shahe Alam serves as convener, while Local Government Division Secretary Md Shahidul Hassan is member secretary. Other members include Abdul Khaleque (Secondary and Higher Education Division), Md Quamruzzaman Chowdhury (Health Services Division), Muhammad Rafiqul Islam (Technical and Madrasah Education Division), and Abu Taher Md Masud Rana (Primary and Mass Education Ministry).

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