Readers’ Voice

Bridging the language gap

English has become a global language and its importance cannot be overstated. It is the language of international communication, commerce, and education. From traveling abroad to doing a job or running a business, proficiency in English is essential for anyone seeking a viable future.
The lack of emphasis on English language learning is evident when students, bachelors, and even faculties themselves find it difficult to read books that are published in English or give interviews in that medium. The system that focuses only on rote-learning, memorization, and written tests is oblivious to the problems that students face throughout many stages of life because they lack the backbone of academic language learning.
This is a grave issue that needs immediate attention from the authorities. A comprehensive approach must be adopted to ensure English language learning in primary schools. The authorities must realize that the ability to speak, read, and write in English is vital for students to thrive in the globalized world. By emphasizing English language learning in primary school, students will be better equipped to pursue higher education, participate in international forums, and access global opportunities in their professional careers. This will pave the way for students to succeed in all spheres of life, and enable them to contribute to the global community.

Tahir Jamali
From Internet

Prevent air pollution

Dhaka is among the top five cities in the world with the worst air pollution. For the last few weeks, we have got many news reports on how unhealthy Dhaka’s air is. We got a little respite the last two years due to the Covid-19 lockdowns. But now that things are getting back to normal, the air pollution is, too. What exactly is stopping the authorities from addressing this issue?
We have been making headlines for air pollution for months! I don’t want to die of lung disease because of toxic air. So authority concerned must do something to save us from polluted air.

Parveen Akhter
Dhaka