Nahid asks DCs to raise vigilance at educational instt

In the wake of recent terror attacks, Education Minister Nurul Islam Nahid today called upon the deputy commissioners to increase their surveillance at all educational institutions.

The minister made the remarks at a closed door meeting with the deputy commissioners on the second day of the four-day DC conference.

While talking to him, the DCs informed the minister that they have already received the directives given by the ministry to address the issue of militancy.

About the education act, the minister said once the law is implemented, it will ensure all educational institutions keeping account of their earnings and expenditures.

It will also be a legal basis to curb the mushrooming growth of coaching centres, the minister added.