BNP has ambitious plans for the country's sports: Amir Khasru
Tamim Iqbal urged Amir Khasru to prioritise sports in Chattogram and the country.
BNP has ambitious plans for the country's sports, said Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury, a member of the BNP's standing committee and candidate for the sheaf of paddy in Chattogram-11 constituency.
He said this during a discussion titled 'Future of Sports in Chattogram' today (1 February). The event, hosted by veteran cricketer Tamim Iqbal, took place at the Shaheed Fazlur Rahman Auditorium in Chattogram Port.
Tamim Iqbal urged Amir Khasru to prioritise sports in Chattogram and the country.
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He also mentioned plans to reconvene yearly follow-up discussions to assess progress in the sports sector.
Israfil Khasru, a Bangladesh Cricket Board Councillor, was also present at the event.
Amir Khasru emphasised the importance of sports to brighten the country's image in the global arena. He highlighted that when a country excels in sports, it gains international recognition.
Tamim's achievements have significantly boosted Bangladesh's reputation. Sports serve as the country's soft power, and there are significant concerns regarding the future of sports.
If elected, they have ambitious plans for the sports sector. The purpose of the meeting was to gather feedback on the existing sports plan and identify areas for improvement, he said.
Amir Khasru said Tarique Rahman has outlined a comprehensive plan for sports, and input from stakeholders is crucial for refining the strategy.
Amir Khasru acknowledged the importance of listening to the sports community to improve the plan further.
The meeting aimed to address any shortcomings and incorporate diverse perspectives to promote democracy in sports.
Amir Khasru supported Tamim Iqbal's suggestion to reconvene the year-end discussion to review the progress in sports.
He emphasised the importance of accountability in politics, a key focus for the BNP. Khasru also proposed the idea of a sports-centric economy, stating that increased participation in sports would lead to greater interest, activity, and transactions within society and the country.
The event was attended by sports organisers, academy coaches, national players, and other sports enthusiasts from Chattogram.
