Dr Zubaida Rahman, wife of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and vice-president of the Ziaur Rahman Foundation (ZRF), has expressed hope that the organisation will become a global example of humanitarian service through its welfare activities. She made the remarks at a programme marking the foundation’s 27th founding anniversary at the Shaheed Abu Sayeed International Convention Centre in Dhaka on Sunday (October 18). Prime Minister Tarique Rahman attended the programme as chief guest.Zubaida described the foundation as an outstanding example of humanitarian work in Bangladesh, saying it was established to carry forward the ideals of former president Ziaur Rahman, with the encouragement of former prime minister Khaleda Zia and the initiative of Tarique Rahman.
She said the foundation had grown significantly since its establishment in 1999 and continued to support disadvantaged communities across the country.Comparing the organisation’s development to a small sapling growing into a large tree, Zubaida expressed optimism about expanding its humanitarian activities in the coming years.She said the foundation’s guiding principle was that even a small initiative, backed by determination and collective efforts, could make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.Congratulating the foundation’s members and volunteers on completing 27 years of service, she encouraged them to continue working for disadvantaged communities.
The programme also featured an award ceremony for the winners of the foundation’s Idea Fest competition.A team from Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University emerged as champion, while two teams from Dhaka University secured the runner-up positions.Prime Minister Tarique Rahman presented cheques to the winning teams, while Zubaida Rahman handed over certificates.A commemorative souvenir marking the foundation’s anniversary was also unveiled.
The programme was attended by BNP Acting Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi, Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed, Social Welfare Minister Dr AZM Zahid Hossain and other senior officials.Established on October 18, 1999, the Ziaur Rahman Foundation is a non-profit voluntary organisation working in healthcare, education, social welfare and assistance to disadvantaged communities.The foundation says its programmes seek to improve livelihoods and promote self-reliance among vulnerable people.Source: BSS
