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KHULNA, Oct 14, 2025 (BSS) - Inter-School Debate Competition began on Tuesday at the auditorium of Khulna District Shilpakala Academy.

Khulna Deputy Commissioner Md. Tawfiqur Rahman inaugurated the event as the chief guest.

The DC said debate is a creative educational tool that builds reasoning and leadership skill among students. 

“Those who start debating today will become tomorrow’s leaders. Debate not only sharpens logic but also enhances knowledge about national and global issues,” he said.

He emphasized expanding such competitions beyond major cities to rural areas, adding, “This country belongs to us all -- we must work for its people and progress.”

Additional Deputy Commissioner Nurul Hai Mohammad Anas attended the event as special guest while Md. Fuad Hossain from Independent University, Bangladesh (IUB), among others, also spoke. 

The event was organized by IUB in collaboration with the Khulna Prantika Abasik Area Welfare Association.

Eight schools with 32 students are participating in the competition. The final round, scheduled for October 16, will see Khulna Public College and Navy School & College compete for the championship.