07/09/2026
Construction of an Eco-Friendly Concrete Block ‘Model Library’ Begins in Barguna!
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Through Community Development Centre - CODEC SMART-EFCM Project, with the support of Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF), the construction of an eco-friendly ‘Model Library’ has officially begun at Keorabunia Mahila Senior (Alim) Madrasa, Barguna. The library will be constructed using environmentally friendly concrete blocks.
The construction work was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Md. Shah Aziz, Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO), Barguna Sadar. In his speech, he emphasized that a beautiful and modern library can play an important role in developing students’ knowledge, creativity, and learning. He expressed hope that the library will become not only a valuable space for students but also a model initiative for the local community.
The architectural design was developed by Quazi Wafiq Alam, Director- CODEC- Programme and Knowledge Management, and the construction will be implemented under the supervision of CODEC’s technical team.
Lokman Hossain, Project Manager of the SMART-EFCM Project, highlighted the importance of using eco-friendly concrete blocks. He stated that replacing conventional fired clay bricks with concrete blocks can help reduce environmental impacts while promoting resource efficiency and sustainable construction practices.
The event was attended by Md. Golam Faruk, Principal of the Madrasa; Kazi Al Mamun, Area Manager, Barguna; engineers and officials of the CODEC SMART Project; teachers and students; local dignitaries; and representatives of various media outlets.
The event and this eco-friendly construction initiative were also covered by MyTV and published through various newspapers and media outlets, helping to raise public awareness about the use of eco-friendly concrete blocks and sustainable construction technologies at the local level.