Published : 15 Sep 2025, 10:34 PM
Updated : 28 Aug 2026, 01:27 AM
Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus has called upon the youth to contribute to the development of the country with their talent, energy, and creativity.
"I call every youth to contribute to the development of the society and the country with your talent, energy, and creativity. May your success not be limited to personal achievements but be an example for others to emulate," he said.
The chief advisor spoke while addressing the “Youth Volunteer Award 2025” ceremony organised by the Ministry of Youth and Sports at his office, reports state news agency Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS).
This year, 12 youths received the award for their outstanding voluntary service and inspirational contributions to society.
Yunus said he believed that no problem in this country would remain unresolved if youths are active.
He said, "Today we are celebrating the power of youth. This is the driving force of our nation. I firmly believe that when the youth of a country remain active, energetic, and full of innovative spirit, no obstacle can hold back their progress."
He extended special thanks to the Ministry of Youth and Sports for arranging the awards ceremony and conveyed "heartfelt congratulations" to the award recipients.
Noting that the innovative power of young people in Bangladesh is no longer limited to the education sector, the chief advisor said, "Youth are playing pioneering roles in healthcare, environmental protection, poverty alleviation, and in establishing social justice".
These youths led the mass uprising of 2024 and they have written the history of the country throughout the ages, he added.
He stated that new challenges would always emerge on the way forward.
"New challenges will constantly appear on our way - whether it is public health, inadequate educational opportunities, or environmental crises. But instead of being disappointed by these challenges, we should face them unitedly with our own strength. I hope our youth will lead this work too".
Highlighting that voluntary service is not limited to humanitarian welfare, Yunus said it is an ideal means of self-development, character building, and developing leadership qualities.
"We want our youth not only to remain volunteers but also to emerge as policymakers, innovators, and architects of change in society. This will only be possible when they will be able to build themselves with confidence, acquire the necessary skills, and focus on developing leadership qualities," the head of the interim government said.
Turning to the significance of the youth volunteer award, he said, "Today's award is not merely recognition, it is also a clarion call for you to be courageous, to take greater leadership, and to work with new ideas and innovations for the welfare of society."
The chief advisor also said active participation of youth in every aspect of society could bring many positive changes. "In healthcare, even a small initiative taken by you can save thousands of children from disease. In education, your small efforts can advance the nation's education standards by leaps and bounds".
"In protecting the environment, your collective action can ensure a safe and green world for our future generations. Remember, every small step you take will open the path for major achievements of the country," he continued.
Acknowledging the difficulties that come with voluntary work, Yunus said: "I know the path of voluntary service or any noble initiative is not smooth. One has to face challenges of time, money, and mental stress. But through these challenges, we have to acquire great qualities like patience, tolerance and leadership."
"We want to see you as the pioneers of new policies, revolutionary ideas, and social transformation,” he said.
Through your collective effort, Bangladesh will stand tall as a developed, humane, and innovative nation in the world, he added.
Youth and Sports Advisor Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuyain, Secretary Md Mahbub-Ul-Alam and award winner Suraiya Farhana Reshma also spoke at the event.
