Bobby Hajjaj, the state minister for Primary and Mass Education, has announced a plan to utilise alumni networks to develop the soft skills of school and college students, including communication, leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving.
The state minister shared this plan on Tuesday during an exchange meeting with the heads of various educational institutions in the Mohammadpur area, held at Mohammadpur Mohila College.
“By involving the former students (alumni) of established educational institutions in the area, soft-skill-based training and seminars can be organised for the students,” Bobby Hajjaj said.
In addition to students, the state minister detailed plans to enhance the soft skills of teachers. He suggested that teachers could be developed as “Master Trainers” through online soft skills training, who would then train students within their respective institutions.
Bobby Hajjaj noted that if teachers and alumni cooperate, such a system could be established for the Mohammadpur area. “Through such a programme, we may be able to create an example worthy of being followed nationwide,” he said.
He pointed out that many former students from Mohammadpur institutions are currently working in significant positions across the country.
He proposed bringing them back to schools and colleges to arrange experience-sharing sessions and training on careers, leadership, communication skills, and workplace preparation.
The state minister further announced that he will visit every educational institution in the Mohammadpur area successively over the coming months.
During these visits, he will evaluate initiatives such as anti-harassment committees for female students, student volunteer activities, the installation of CCTV, reading habits, and sports and cultural activities, alongside the progress of teachers’ soft skill development.
Speaking at the meeting, Professor Farhana Yasmin, vice-principal of Mohammadpur Mohila College, emphasised the necessity of ensuring joyful learning in classrooms and the formulation of a timely curriculum.
She added that a coordinated effort between teachers and parents is a demand of the times to ensure a proper environment within educational institutions.
During the session, teachers from various schools and colleges raised proposals regarding institutional infrastructure, teacher shortages, sports facilities, training, and the improvement of educational quality. The state minister urged them to send these issues in writing to the Ministry of Education and assured them of necessary follow-up.
