Budding Scientists Shine at 46th National Science and Technology Week
The 46th National Science and Technology Week and Science Olympiad 2025 concluded in Dhaka with vibrant participation from the next generation of innovators and tech enthusiasts. The three-day event was held on the premises of Willes Little Flower School and College, showcasing the talents and potential of young scientists across the capital.
Organized under the National Curriculum Board, the event featured a series of competitions including science quizzes, Olympiads, and project displays. Around 900 students participated in the quiz segment, while another 300 competed in the Olympiad. A total of 210 teams presented innovative science projects, reflecting a diverse range of scientific thinking and creativity among students.
The closing ceremony, held on Monday, marked the end of this year’s school-level science celebration. Md. Mokabbir Hossain, Senior Secretary of the Ministry of Science and Technology, distributed certificates to all participants and awards to the winners. In his address, he expressed optimism about the future, stating, "Today’s young innovators and scientists will one day elevate Bangladesh to a distinctive position on the global stage."
The ceremony was chaired by Dhaka Deputy Commissioner Tanvir Ahmed. Also present were Dhaka Divisional Commissioner Sharaf Uddin Ahmed Chowdhury, Director General of the National Museum of Science and Technology Munira Sultana, ADC (Education) Parvez Chowdhury, and Zakir Hossain, a representative of the school’s ad hoc committee.
In the senior group of the project display category, Ideal School and College, Dhanmondi secured first place, followed by Government Science College in second. In the junior group, Shamsul Hoque Khan School and College claimed the top spot, while Hammadiya Madrasa and St. Francis School and College came second and third respectively.
In the Olympiad segment, Shaheed Bir Uttam Lt. Anwar Girls College took first place, with host school Wills Little Flower School and College securing second and Bir Sreshtha Munshi Abdur Rouf Public College taking third.
According to Zia Uddin Bhuiyan, convener of the Wills Little Science Club, a total of five teams from each group in project display, ten individual winners in two Olympiad groups, and thirty students in the science quiz were awarded. Additionally, one emerging science club was recognized for its efforts.
Speaking about the scale of the event, Wills Science Club President Takibur Rahman Khan noted, "This year saw a record number of participants. A total of 45 winners were awarded with certificates and crests." He added, "We believe that science is not confined to textbooks—it’s a vast universe of thinking, questioning, and innovation. Our goal is to achieve excellence in this realm."
