Sharmin S. Murshid, Advisor to the Ministry of Social Welfare and Women and Children Affairs, has emphasized that it is the awakened youth of today who have the power to transform the country. She expressed confidence that the younger generation, by harnessing their hidden talents, can create a hunger-free, self-reliant Bangladesh and even bring global change.

Speaking as the chief guest at the 18th National Youth Conference organized by Youth Ending Hunger Bangladesh, held today at the Gonoshasthaya Kendra auditorium in Baishmail, Savar, Murshid shared her optimism about the pivotal role of youth in nation-building.

Murshid highlighted the significant contributions of Youth Ending Hunger, describing it as a youth-driven initiative aimed at combating hunger and promoting social equity. She lauded the project's advisor, renowned social activist Dr. Badiul Alam Majumder, for his steadfast commitment to societal transformation, drawing parallels between her own vision and his ideals.

Addressing the audience, she reminded them of the July Revolution of 2024, a movement sparked by the failures of the past government. "The previous regime led the country down a path of misrule for 15 years, sustaining a reign of falsehoods and injustice that economically crippled the nation and surrendered it to rampant capitalism," she said.

Murshid stressed that this mismanagement was not a political philosophy but a consequence of enabling wrongdoing. "The movement of 2024 was a direct result of this. What we couldn't achieve, you, the youth, have made possible. I am confident that future generations will also refuse to tolerate injustice," she added.

The advisor urged young people to cast aside the mindset of poverty, emphasizing the importance of love for the country and the application of intellect and skills to drive change. She expressed hope that the collective efforts of the youth would lead to a nation built on justice and prosperity.

The event was presided over by Dr. Badiul Alam Majumder, who also serves as the advisor to Youth Ending Hunger Bangladesh. Special remarks were delivered by the project's research intern, Prashanta Tripura.

Youth leaders from various regions shared their initiatives to promote governance and harmony in their respective areas. These included Upama Saha from Dhaka, Arman Arafat Anik from Rangpur, Ayesha Siddika Arbi from Chattogram, Tosira Parvin Nishi from Rajshahi, and Niaz Morshed from Satkhira.

The conference saw the participation of over 800 young men and women from different regions across the country, reflecting the widespread enthusiasm and commitment of the nation’s youth to bring about meaningful change.