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At a glance
- The government plans to distribute free uniforms and shoes to primary school students starting in August.
- A pilot project will assess the effectiveness of distributing quality uniforms and shoes to approximately 1.07 crore students nationwide.
- The initiative is part of the government's 180-day program, with discussions held with garment and footwear companies for support.
Bangladesh is set to begin distributing free uniforms and shoes to government primary school students by August, according to State Minister for Primary and Mass Education Bobby Hajjaj.
The government aims to begin distributing free uniforms and shoes to government primary school students by August this year.
The government has outlined a plan to provide these essential items in phases to an estimated 1.07 crore students across the country. This initiative is a key component of the government's 180-day program.
A pilot project is currently underway at the primary level to evaluate the effectiveness of distributing quality uniforms and shoes. This assessment is crucial before the nationwide rollout. The state minister met with representatives from leading footwear brands to discuss the plan.
The government has taken a plan to provide uniforms and shoes in phases to around 1.07 crore students across the country.
Leading organizations in the ready-made garment sector have already pledged support, with over four lakh uniforms becoming available for the pilot project. The government is seeking similar cooperation from domestic footwear companies. Preliminary discussions have focused on providing white velcro shoes, suitable for young children, and exploring supply capabilities and size variations.
As part of the governmentโs 180-day programme, a pilot project is being implemented at the primary level to assess the effectiveness of distributing quality uniforms and shoes to students.
The ministry has urged companies to submit detailed information regarding potential donations, supply timelines, and production costs. The government aims to demonstrate significant progress in the pilot program by August, with the goal of implementing the initiative within the first six months of the government's term.
With their support, more than four lakh uniforms are becoming available for the pilot project.
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