Education Minister Mohibul Hassan Chowdhury Nawfel detailed five ongoing projects to enhance the country's primary education system while responding to a query in parliament on March 13, 2026. The minister's statement was reported by multiple national news outlets, including United News of Bangladesh (UNB) and The Business Standard.
The projects include the 'Primary Education Development Program (PEDP5)', which is a major initiative with World Bank support aimed at improving learning outcomes and equity. Other projects focus on school feeding programs, infrastructure development, teacher training, and digital content creation for primary students.
Minister Chowdhury emphasized that these initiatives are designed to address foundational learning gaps and improve the overall quality of primary education across Bangladesh. The government's efforts align with broader national goals to build a skilled workforce for the future.
