Dhaka, June 29 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Monday described students as the "gamechangers" for future Bangladesh, saying the country's progress in science, innovation, sports and global competitiveness will depend on the younger generation.

"You are the gamechangers of Bangladesh. The gamechangers of Bangladesh are sitting in front of me today. You will build Bangladesh and its future. You will lead the country forward and keep it ahead in competition with other nations," he said.

The Prime Minister was addressing the Startup, Science Project and Innovation Idea Showcasing and Tree Plantation Launching Programme at the Bangladesh-China Friendship Conference Centre in the capital.

The event, organised by the Directorate of Secon...