Dimla Technical School Wins Innovation Showcase
Dimla Government Technical School and College emerged as champion at the upazila-level Startup, Science Project and Innovation Idea Showcasing Program held in Dimla under the theme, “Bangladesh First Through Talent, Science and Innovation.”
The colorful event was inaugurated on Friday at the Upazila Parishad Auditorium Complex. It was organized by the Dimla Upazila Administration with support from the Educational Excellence Support Scheme (EESS-SEDP) under the Directorate of Secondary and Higher Education.
Presided over by Dimla Upazila Nirbahi Officer Md. Imranuzzaman, the science festival brought together student innovators and young researchers from secondary and higher secondary educational institutions across the upazila. Nilphamari-1 lawmaker Principal Abdus Sattar attended the opening ceremony as chief guest.
In the competition, Dimla Government Girls' High School secured second place, while Business Management Technical College finished third.
The program was conducted under the nationwide “Startup, Science Project and Innovation Idea Showcasing for Secondary Level Students and Teachers” initiative of the Performance-Based Grants for Secondary Institutions (PBGSI) program. The initiative aims to foster creativity, innovation, problem-solving skills and entrepreneurial mindsets among students.
Organizers said students from classes six to twelve were eligible to participate. Teams comprising three students and two guide teachers from selected institutions presented projects at the upazila level, with opportunities to advance to district and national stages. A total of 46 science and innovation projects were displayed, highlighting creative applications of technology and practical solutions to real-world challenges.
Throughout the day, participants showcased projects focusing on environmental protection, modern agriculture, information technology applications, renewable energy and technology-driven solutions to everyday problems. The startup category featured new business and service concepts, while the science project and innovation idea categories highlighted practical models and forward-looking solutions.
Addressing the event, Principal Abdus Sattar said science, technology and innovation are the primary drivers of modern development. He emphasized the importance of creating platforms that nurture students’ creativity and transform innovative ideas into practical outcomes.
In his remarks, UNO Md. Imranuzzaman said such initiatives would play a significant role in developing a science-oriented, technology-friendly and research-driven generation capable of contributing to a developed and self-reliant Bangladesh.
Following the formal session, guests visited the exhibition stalls and interacted directly with students about their projects. Participants expressed enthusiasm about having the opportunity to present their research and innovations on a larger platform.
Among others present were Assistant Commissioner (Land) Rowshan Kabir, Upazila Agriculture Officer Mir Hasan Al Banna, education officials, local leaders, heads of educational institutions, government representatives and a large number of students. Education experts attending the event noted that such programs could significantly strengthen grassroots science education and entrepreneurial development across the country.
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