TEAM Group has awarded the Wahid-Kohinoor Memorial Scholarship 2026 to 36 students of Hazi Piar Ali School, the school located next to its 4A Yarn Dyeing Ltd. facility in Savar. The annual ceremony was attended by Managing Director Afroza Shaheen and Deputy Managing Director Abdullah Hil Nakib.
This year, 18 primary-level students from KG to Class 5, 15 high-school students from Classes 6 to 10, and three SSC graduates were recognised. At both the primary and high-school levels, the scholarship was awarded on merit by position, with the first, second and third position-holders of each class from KG to Class 10 receiving the award.
New this year, three students who achieved good results in the SSC examination also received an honorarium, extending the programme's recognition beyond the school's regular classes.
Values beyond grades
Addressing the students, Afroza Shaheen urged them to carry their values as far as their grades. She said the students had already proven themselves through merit and achievement, but that beyond grades and academic success what matters most in this era is becoming a better human being — being good at heart, upholding values and using knowledge to make a positive difference in the lives of others, because it is good people who build a better society and future for all.
Abdullah Hil Nakib said education is one of the most meaningful investments a company can make in its community. He said the scholarship aims to recognise the hard work of talented students and encourage them to pursue their ambitions with confidence, and expressed hope that the initiative will continue to open doors for young people and inspire them to contribute to their families, communities and the country.
A scholarship recipient said the award was a great honour and a moment of immense happiness for their family, adding that it made them feel their hard work was recognised and motivated them to study harder and pursue their dreams.
About the scholarship
The scholarship was announced in June 2024 by the late Abdullah Hil Rakib, founder and managing director of TEAM Group, to advance SDG 4 (quality education) and SDG 11 (sustainable cities and communities) in line with the group's Sustainability Vision 2030. Many children of 4A Yarn Dyeing workers study at the school, which TEAM Group has supported through initiatives including a computer lab and stipends covering workers' children's school fees. The scholarship is awarded annually on merit; 33 students received it last year.