Chief Adviser (CA) Professor Muhammad Yunus on Sunday called for united efforts to create a knowledge-based and inclusive society by harnessing the combined strengths of technology and literacy. In a message marking International Literacy Day 2025, Yunus said the interim government, formed in the wake of the July mass uprising, is working to reshape Bangladesh’s future. “Let us strive for a Bangladesh where literacy and technology together build an inclusive, humane society,” he said.
He stressed that literacy today extends far beyond reading and writing, encompassing digital knowledge, online learning, information analysis, and problem-solving. “Those who fall behind in using technology are not only deprived of education but are also excluded from the mainstream of society and the economy,” he noted. Welcoming this year’s theme, 'Promoting Literacy in a Digital Era', Yunus said it was both timely and crucial.
He underscored the importance of skill-based education to remain competitive globally, urging reforms to ensure digital learning opportunities for women, children, marginalized groups, and people with disabilities.
The Chief Adviser also emphasized the need for teacher training, wider access to technology for students, and greater parental support for digital learning.
“Work-oriented and skill-based education must go hand in hand with traditional learning,” he said, expressing hopes for the success of all programmes undertaken nationwide to mark the day.
