ESDO’s Microfinance Program Annual Operation Planning Meeting (FY 2026–2027) held-
On 11 July 2026, the Eco-Social Development Organization (ESDO)’s Microfinance Program Annual Operation Planning Meeting (FY 2026–2027) was successfully held at Joynal Abedin Auditorium, ESDO Head Office, Gobindanagar, Thakurgaon.
The event was presided over by ESDO Founder and Executive Director Dr. Muhammad Shahid Uz Zaman Sir. Director (Administration) and Principal of Eco Pathshala and College Dr. Selima Akhtar Madam and Team Leader, Youth Engagement and ICT and Executive Director, ESDF Mr. Shaswat Zaman were present as special guests. In addition, senior officials of ESDO’s microfinance program, regional managers, zonal managers and area managers participated in the meeting.
In addition to reviewing past activities, achievements and overall performance, detailed discussions and guidance were provided on KPI-based operation planning, development of monitoring and reporting systems, compliance assurance, human resource development, training planning, digital management and strategic action plan for the next fiscal year.
The speakers emphasized on implementing technology-based, good governance and sustainable microfinance activities through discipline, integrity, accountability and collective efforts. At the same time, they expressed their determination to work together to improve the quality of member services, increase institutional capacity and ensure more effective services at the field level.

“With Discipline, Integrity and Collective Efforts—Durbar Agrajatra”
On 10 July 2026, the award ceremony and successful closing ceremony of the Eco-Social Development Organization (ESDO) Microfinance Program “Operation Durbar” was successfully held at the Joynal Abedin Auditorium, ESDO Head Office, Gobindanagar, Thakurgaon.
The program was presided over by Dr. Muhammad Shahid Uz Zaman Sir, Founder and Executive Director of ESDO. Dr. Selima Akhtar Madam, Director (Administration) and Principal of Eco Pathshala and College, Team Leader, Youth Engagement and ICT and Executive Director, ESDF Mr. Shaswat Zaman, and Mr. Parimal Sarkar, Joint Secretary, Local Government Division, Urban Development Division, Bangladesh Secretariat, Dhaka were present as special guests. Senior officials of ESDO Microfinance Program were also present at the event.
In recognition of their outstanding contribution to Operation Durbar-2026, awards were given to the Best Field Officer, Best Branch, Best Area, Best Zone, Best Project and all the development workers involved in Operation Durbar.
The speakers at the event expressed their determination to make ESDO’s microfinance program more dynamic and sustainable through discipline, honesty, teamwork and improving the quality of customer service. At the same time, they expressed their sincere congratulations and best wishes to all the officers and development workers concerned on the successful completion of Operation Durbar.
This achievement of Operation Durbar-2026 is a shining example of the collective dedication, hard work and unwavering commitment of the ESDO family.

ESDO has proudly won the “Achievement Award 2026” based on the progress assessment of the project implementation in the fiscal year 2025-2026 under the “Environmentally Friendly Construction Materials” sub-sector of the “Sustainable Microenterprise and Resilient Transformation (SMART)” project implemented by Eco-Social Development Organization (ESDO) with financial support from the World Bank and Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF).
This prestigious achievement has been possible due to the visionary leadership and overall guidance of the Honorable Founder Executive Director of ESDO, Dr. Muhammad Shahid Uz Zaman, Capstone Fellow (NDC) Sir and the sincere cooperation of Director (Administration) Dr. Selima Akhtar Madam.
In addition, the combined efforts, dedication and cooperation of the project focal person, project related officers and employees, microfinance team and all stakeholders have played an important role in achieving this success.
ESDO expresses its sincere thanks and gratitude to Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF) for this recognition.
We believe that in the future as well, sustainable development and environment-friendly entrepreneurship creation activities will be further accelerated by successfully implementing the SMART project activities with the same dedication, transparency and professionalism.
Heartfelt congratulations to all members of the ESDO family for this glorious achievement.

The Minister of Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives, Mr. Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, MP, visited the ESDO Training Center.
Today, on 4 July 2026, the Honorable Minister for Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives of the Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, Mr. Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir, MP, visited the Eco-Social Development Organization (ESDO) Training Center located in Lalmonirhat District.
During the inspection, he was accompanied by the Deputy Commissioner and District Magistrate of Lalmonirhat District, Mr. Muhammad Rashedul Haque Pradhan, Superintendent of Police Md. Asaduzzaman and District Council Administrator AKM Mominul Haque.
The guests visited the ongoing skill development training programs on Plumbing and Pipe Fittings, Automechanics and Electrical Installation and Maintenance conducted under the SICIP project in collaboration with PKSF. They expressed satisfaction with the participation of the trainees, the quality of the training and the skill development activities.
Later, the Founder and Executive Director of Eco-Social Development Organization (ESDO) Dr. Muhammad Shahid Uz Zaman gave a detailed briefing to the guests about the overall activities, achievements and various development initiatives of the organization. At the time, the guests appreciated the multifaceted development activities of ESDO and expressed hope that the ongoing initiatives of the organization will play an important role in the sustainable development of the country and the formation of skilled human resources. They also wished ESDO continuous progress and future success.

Director General of NGO Affairs Bureau visits ESDO-ESR Chattogram Project
On 29 June 2026, Director General (Secretary) of NGO Affairs Bureau under the Office of the Principal Advisor (PMO) Dr. Mohammad Zakaria visited the Employability Skills for Resilience (ESR) Project implemented by ESDO.
At that time, he was accompanied by Private Secretary (Senior Assistant Secretary) Mr. Sharif Ahmed, Administrative Officer of NGO Affairs Bureau and Administrative Officer (Acting) Mr. Bahadur Raisur Rahman.
On behalf of Save the Children in Bangladesh, Deputy Country Director Mr. Rahmat Ullah and Sector Lead (YCPER) Nishat Afroz Mirza were present. On behalf of ESDO senior management, Head of Planning Mr. Mashiur Rahman was present.
During the visit, the delegation visited the ongoing Mobile Training Centre (MTC) activities of ESDO-ESR Chattogram Project. They also visited the Entrepreneurship Hub/Sales Corner and Freelancing Zone and exchanged views with the trainees.
The delegation appreciated the initiatives to develop employment-oriented skills of the youth, create entrepreneurship, Green Skills and increase livelihood capacity through the project.
ESDO and Save the Children are working jointly to make the youth of the country more skilled, self-reliant and capable of facing future challenges through skill development and sustainable employment.

ESDO Annual General Meeting-2026 held –
On 26 June 2026, the Annual General Meeting-2026 of Eco-Social Development Organization (ESDO) was held at the Seminar Hall of ESDO Head Office located at Gobindanagar, Thakurgaon District.
The meeting was attended by the esteemed members of the General Assembly of ESDO. Present at the meeting were Mr. Md. Shafiqul Islam, Mr. Md. Mozammel Haque, Dr. Muhammad Shahid Uz Zaman, Mr. Sereja Banu, Mr. Suraiya Akhtar, Dr. Selima Akhtar, Mr. Rokeya Sultana, Mr. Md. Kamruzzaman, Mr. Md. Akhtaruzzaman, Mr. Md. Mahabubul Islam, Mr. Shamima Akhtar, Mr. Md. Saker Ullah, Advocate Masuda Parveen, Advocate Abdul Halim, Mr. Md. Manjurul Islam, Mr. Md. Abdur Rashid, Mr. Md. Ichar Ali, Md. Jahan-Ara Begum, Md. Momtaz Parveen, Md. Afrina Nasrin, Mr. Md. Rezaul Karim, Mr. Jayanta Kumar Basu and Mr. Pratibha Roy Dola. In addition, the senior management team of ESDO presented the annual activities and progress reports of their respective units. The decisions taken at the annual general meeting will play an important role in increasing the institutional capacity of ESDO in the coming fiscal year, ensuring good governance, maintaining financial transparency and making sustainable development activities more dynamic and effective.

A visionary and forward-looking presentation on “Thakurgaon 50-Year Master Plan” was made by Dr. Muhammad Shahid Uz Zaman Capstone Fellow NDC Sir, Founder and Executive Director of Eco-Social Development Organization (ESDO) at the hall of Thakurgaon Municipality Office.
In his presentation, he outlined a far-reaching plan to develop Thakurgaon as a Green, Smart, Climate-Resilient and Inclusive City for the next 50 years. It presents an integrated outline of eco-friendly infrastructure, renewable energy, modern urban management, climate resilience, water conservation, sustainable communication system, agro-based industrialization, employment, education, health, culture and citizen participation-based development.
He mentioned that “A successful master plan is not just a plan to construct buildings or roads; it is a long-term commitment to improve the quality of life of people, preserve the environment and build a livable, sustainable and prosperous city for the coming generations.”
The Thakurgaon Municipal Administrator, senior officials of the municipality, and high-ranking officials of various government departments of Thakurgaon district were present at the meeting.

A proud and historic milestone for ESDO.
We are delighted to announce that the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) has granted Special Consultative Status to Eco-Social Development Organization (ESDO).
This recognition reflects ESDO’s long-standing commitment to socio-economic development, human dignity, community empowerment, and sustainable progress.
The status provides opportunities to engage with ECOSOC and other United Nations platforms by contributing expertise, sharing field experiences, and participating in global discussions on development issues.
We express our sincere gratitude to our founders, staff, partners, donors, volunteers, supporters, and the communities we serve. This achievement belongs to all of you.
Together, we will continue working towards a more inclusive, equitable, and prosperous future.

Warm greetings and congratulations to all the esteemed members of the reconstituted Governing Body of Proshika Human Development Center, one of the largest development organizations in the country.
It is with special pride and joy that we announce that Dr. Muhammad Shahid Uz Zaman Sir, Founder and Executive Director of Eco-Social Development Organization (ESDO), a renowned development organization of North Bengal, has been nominated as the Vice-President of the reconstituted Governing Body of Proshika Human Development Center.
His outstanding leadership and contribution to poverty alleviation, social inclusion, climate resilient development, humanitarian assistance, skill development, women empowerment and achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for a long time has been widely recognized in the national and international arena. We firmly believe that his assumption of this important responsibility will play an important role in advancing more effective leadership, innovative thinking and public welfare initiatives in the development sector.
We wish Sir good health, long life and success in his working life and hope that through his experience, wisdom and visionary leadership, Proshika Human Development Center will become more prosperous and dynamic.
(ESDO – Family)

The inauguration of the “Progress Review and Budget Oversight Workshop” under the Agro-Microenterprise Development Unit was held in the meeting room of the Merit Training Center of the head office of the Eco-Social Development Organization (ESDO) in collaboration with the Rural Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF).
The founder and executive director of ESDO, Dr. Muhammad Shahid Uz Zaman Capstone Fellow NDC Sir, delivered the opening speech as the chief guest at the inauguration ceremony of this 3-day workshop organized with the participation of fisheries officers from 32 partner organizations of the country.
The manager of the Rural Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF), Mr. A. M. Farhaduzzaman and the deputy manager, Mr. Mehedi Hasan Osman, were present as special guests.
In the speech of the chief guest, Dr. Muhammad Shahid Uz Zaman said, it is possible to increase the economic capacity of small entrepreneurs in the country by developing sustainable fisheries-based small enterprises, increasing skills, formulating effective plans and ensuring good governance. He urged the participating officials to use the knowledge and experience gained at the field level to play a more effective role in the development of the fisheries sector and creating entrepreneurs. Senior officials of ESDO and concerned senior development workers were present at the workshop.