Prime Minister's Education Adviser Mahdi Amin today said parents make extraordinary sacrifices, enduring sleepless nights and examination-related anxieties, to pave the way for their children's success.
He made these remarks while addressing the 38th convocation of the Islamic University of Technology (IUT) as the convocation speaker on its campus here.
Addressing the graduates, Mahdi Amin said, "The certificate you have received today will prepare you for a bright and prosperous career. However, behind this current success lies a glorious past-a history of long-standing sacrifices made by your parents. You must always remember their contributions and struggles."
Education Minister Dr ANM Ehsanul Hoque Milon attended the convocation as the chief guest, while educationist Prof Mohammad Kaykobad was also present as a convocation speaker.
IUT Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Md. Mamun Bin Ibne Reaz delivered the welcome address.
Highlighting the historical background of IUT, the prime minister's adviser mentioned his deep personal connection to the institution.
Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman, accompanied by the great Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat, had laid the foundation stone of this traditional institution, he noted.
Terming the graduates of the institution as a symbol of the unity and brotherhood of the Muslim Ummah, Amin said they are making their marks on the global stage while upholding the country's rich heritage and brand image.
Noting that former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia had visited this campus many times, he expressed confidence that this trend of education and technology would continue under the leadership of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.
Emphasizing the proper use of technology, Amin said while artificial intelligence and robotics are capable of data analysis, the direction in which technology is steered depends on human wisdom, integrity and values.
He urged the graduates not to limit themselves in building personal careers but to utilize their knowledge to contribute to the empowerment of society, humanity, women and the youth.
He expressed optimism that the next groundbreaking technological revolution could originate from the IUT graduates, even beyond Silicon Valley.
Addressing the international students at the event, he noted that despite linguistic and cultural differences, the challenges and values shared by the Muslim world are the same.
He called upon them to harness the knowledge and innovation for the collective good and to work for the welfare of humanity across the globe.
At the convocation ceremony, 659 students were awarded undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. Additionally, seven students received gold medals for outstanding academic performance.
Sumaiya Ahmed Rani from the Department of Computer Science and Engineering received the 'OIC Gold Medal,' while six other students were awarded the 'IUT Gold Medal.' The Education Minister handed over the medals and certificates to them.