DHAKA, Feb. 20 -- Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Tuesday urged the people to promote the dedicated souls who are selflessly serving the society in different parts of the country.

"I would like to request you to try to find out such dedicated persons in every place, who are not in limelight and don't have any publicity or campaign," she said appreciating the sacrifice of Ekushey Padak-2024 winner yogart seller Ziaul Haque, a dedicated man from Chapainawabganj.

The premier said this after conferring the "Ekushey Padak 2024" to 21 eminent personalities in recognition of their outstanding contributions in various fields.

She handed over the Ekushey Padak, the country's second highest civilian award, at a ceremony at Osmani Memorial Audito...