PM urges children to balance studies with sports

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Saturday encouraged children to focus on both studies and physical activities, saying sports play a vital role in developing intelligence.

“Alongside studies, you must engage more in sports. Playing helps increase intelligence,” he told students during a surprise visit to BIAM Laboratory School in the capital.

The Prime Minister’s unannounced visit  created a festive atmosphere at the school, as students were seen rushing forward to greet him. Many shook hands with him, while others sought autographs, visibly excited by his presence.

Tarique appeared delighted, spending lively moments with the students.

Entering a classroom, he warmly asked, “How are you? How are your studies going?”—instantly drawing cheerful responses from the children.

As he spoke about the importance of sports, several students responded enthusiastically, agreeing with his remarks.

The prime minister, in turn, affectionately patted some of them on the head, further lifting their spirits.

Teachers present at the scene were visibly moved by the spontaneous interaction between the prime minister and the children.

After spending some time, Tarique waved goodbye, and the students stood up, waving back as he departed, bringing the heartwarming encounter to an end.

Earlier, the prime minister inaugurated the new Training-cum-Dormitory Building of BIAM Foundation in Eskaton and later addressed officials at its auditorium.

Founded on December 29, 1991, BIAM was later transformed into the BIAM Foundation in November 2002.