, Nov. 12 -- President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Thursday urged students to study attentively, acquire knowledge and discharge their future responsibilities with professionalism, honesty and dedication, saying Bangladesh is not a wealthy country and its development depends on responsible citizens.

"Whatever profession you choose in the future, you must perform your duties with professionalism, honesty and sincerity. You should put the country's development and people's welfare above personal interests," he told students of Rangamati's Lakers Public School and College at Bangabhaban.

A 36-member delegation, including 32 students and four teachers led by the institution's Principal Major Md Shariful Islam, visited Bangabhaban under t...