Saturday, December 13, 2025
Extermination Begins Within: Mastering the Mindset for Growth
Monday, December 8, 2025
Rickshaw - A Heritage, Culture, Struggle and Symbol of Possibility in Bangladesh:
MD.Akib Hasan Shad :
The rickshaw is so deeply woven into the urban life of Bangladesh that calling it merely a vehicle would be an understatement. It carries within it the stories of livelihood, art, urban history and the emotional fabric of its people. From the bustling streets of Dhaka to Chattogram, Rajshahi, Khulna or Sylhet—rickshaws represent a moving cultural identity across the country.
The word rickshaw originates from the Japanese term “jinrikisha,” meaning “human-powered vehicle,” though the word has long been absorbed into the Bangla language.
Historical Emergence:
Rickshaws first appeared in the Bengal region during the 1930s, introduced in Kolkata and Chattogram. Gradually, they found their way into Dhaka.
- In the 1940s, only a handful of rickshaws could be seen on the streets of Dhaka.
- By the 1950s, they became widely popular for being cheap, accessible, and suitable for densely populated cities.
- After the independence of Bangladesh, rickshaw-pulling became a primary occupation for large sections of the urban lower-income population.
Today, Dhaka is often referred to as the “City of Rickshaws.” Nowhere else in the world is the rickshaw used as extensively as it is in Bangladesh.
Rickshaw Art: A Global Folk Heritage:
Bangladeshi rickshaw is not only a mode of transport—it is a canvas of vibrant art. Internationally, rickshaw art is recognized as a form of folk art.
Its characteristics include bright colors—red, yellow, blue, green—along with floral patterns, birds, landscapes, scenes from rural Bengal, film stars, national monuments, freedom fighters, religious motifs, and moral messages.
Old Dhaka’s Lakshmi Bazar, Sutrapur, and Narinda once served as the heart of rickshaw decoration. Many artists still continue this tradition, keeping the heritage alive despite modern challenges.
A Life of Struggle Behind the Pedals:
Rickshaw-pulling is far from easy. From dawn till late night, rickshaw pullers face scorching sun, rain, storms and uncertainty of income. Most must pay a daily rental to the owner, leaving their earnings unstable.
Health risks such as chronic pain, asthma, fatigue, and exposure to accidents are constant concerns. Traffic congestion and unsafe roads add further pressure to both pullers and passengers.
Yet, millions of households across Bangladesh still rely entirely on rickshaw-pulling for survival.
A Pillar of Urban Mobility:
In Dhaka city, rickshaws account for nearly 40% of short-distance travel. In the absence of sufficient public transport, they remain the most reliable option for daily commuters.
Rickshaws are also environment-friendly—no smoke, no noise, easy movement through narrow lanes, and relatively low cost. However, challenges exist:
- They contribute to traffic congestion
- Safety concerns persist
- Lack of registration and regulatory systems remains unresolved
Even so, rickshaws continue to serve as a vital urban lifeline.
A Key Contributor to the Urban Economy:
The rickshaw sector is a major segment of Bangladesh’s informal economy. It supports millions through:
- Rickshaw pulling
- Garage and workshop operations
- Rickshaw manufacturing
- Repair work
- Rickshaw art and design
Research suggests that 1 to 1.2 million people in Dhaka alone depend, directly or indirectly, on rickshaw-related income.
Modernization and Future Prospects:
While traditional rickshaws still dominate, modernization has begun:
- Battery-powered e-rickshaws and e-bikes
- Digital fare systems
- Safer rickshaw designs
- Rickshaw-art tourism
Globally, Bangladeshi rickshaws already hold a unique reputation. They have been showcased in international exhibitions, cultural events, research projects and documentaries—standing proudly as cultural ambassadors of Bangladesh.
A Moving Symbol of Bangladesh
A rickshaw is more than transportation—it is a living cultural heritage of Bangladesh. It represents our art, culture, economy and urban lifestyle. Preserving this heritage while adapting it to modern needs is not only important—it is necessary.
The relationship between Bangladeshis and their rickshaw is not merely functional. It embodies the nation’s history, struggle, creativity and enduring beauty.
Sunday, December 7, 2025
“Build Yourself Before You Build Your Future”
“I wish for you a prosperous, healthy, and happy life—
a life in which you gift yourself patience, the value of reason, the importance of knowledge, and the belief that you can dream and earn the rewards you truly deserve.”
- Akib Hasan Shad :
Skills Needed for Success in the Marketplace
The marketplace is a challenging arena. It is full of opportunities, but only for those who prepare themselves. We spend a portion of this year preparing for the next, and a portion of this decade preparing for the decade ahead. Hopefully, we are doing better today because we prepared well in the last ten years.
A large part of life is preparation—building yourself, strengthening your skills, and moving forward through personal development.
Personal Development Is a Challenge
Personal development is pressure, struggle, and challenge. Without challenges, there is no victory. Life itself is the struggle of shaping yourself—developing skills that create value in the marketplace, and then seeing what that value brings back to you.
Building new habits isn’t easy, but it is possible. Someone once said,
“Success is 10% inspiration and 90% perspiration.”
Read books, learn skills, practice mental exercises—prepare yourself.
Inspiration is good, but without discipline, nothing happens. Being inspired is one thing; turning that inspiration into study, practice, and repeated effort—that is the real work.
Three Parts of Personal Development
1. Spiritual
It is spirituality that sets humans apart from other beings. Whatever your beliefs may be, this aspect of life should never be neglected. Spiritual growth strengthens the foundation of your happiness and success.
Study your spiritual side, practice it, and teach it to others when needed.
2. Physical
Mind and body work together. You cannot build a strong mind without a healthy body.
“Treat your body like a temple”—this statement is true. Regular exercise, proper nutrition, and good hygiene help you stand confidently in the marketplace.
People judge you by your appearance first. So be mindful of your physical presence, cleanliness, and attire.
A beautiful saying:
“Be aware of yourself, but don’t be overly self-conscious.”
3. Mental
Mental exercise is crucial—learning how to think, building reading habits, facing difficult ideas, and listening to others’ reasoning—all of these set you apart.
Those who avoid difficult topics fall behind. Focus on the hard things—history, literature, philosophy, biographies—they sharpen your thinking.
Build Your Personal Development Library
Education never ends. Even after university, learning must continue. Read books, keep notes—this is the path to high-level skills and high income.
“Standard education gives you standard results.”
So be non-standard. Be extraordinary.
Improve yourself, read widely, explore the writings of people with diverse experiences—these will enrich your life.
Four Steps to Success
1. Good Ideas
Ideas are the seeds of life and business. Keep searching for good ideas and write them down.
2. Good Planning
Planning turns ideas into reality. Without a plan, an idea remains stuck on paper.
3. Proper Use of Time
Learn patience. Great things take time.
4. Problem-Solving
Success is problem-solving. Write down your problems, arrange possible solutions, read books if needed, or ask experts.
Don’t Just Spend the Day—Learn From the Day
Learn these five skills:
1. Absorb
Immerse yourself in the day. Learn, observe, and understand.
2. Respond
Form genuine emotional responses to what you see, hear, and experience.
3. Reflect
Spend a few minutes each day thinking about what you did and what you learned. Do deeper reflection monthly and yearly.
4. Act
Apply your knowledge. Small daily disciplines reshape the future.
5. Share
Knowledge does not decrease when shared—it grows. Recommend books, offer advice, and share your experiences.
Communicate Well When You Share
- Learn things worth saying
- Develop the skill of saying them beautifully
- Speak according to the listener
- Speak with feeling
When you share, you grow, people change, and your influence expands.
Become the Person You Want to Be
Build yourself so that you become valuable in the marketplace, in your family, and in your friendships.
Because it’s not what you have that matters—
it’s what you become.
Final message—
On the other side of commitment lies value.
If you want the glory of success, you must be willing to pay the price.
Saturday, December 6, 2025
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Friday, December 5, 2025
Monday, December 1, 2025
" The List Of Abraham Lincoln's Failures "
The List Of Abraham Lincoln's Failures:
Abraham Lincoln Was The 16th President Of The United States
Akib Hasan Shad :
Are you struggling with adversity?
Maybe Abraham Lincoln's perseverance can inspire you to keep going. He is perhaps the biggest example of a (now) famous person who overcame significant obstacles in his life.
This is a list of Lincoln's failures :
đˇ1816: His family was forced out of their home. He had to work to support them.
đˇ1831: Failed in business.
đˇ1832: Ran for state legislature – lost.
đˇ1832: Also lost his job – wanted to go to law school but couldn’t get in.
đˇ1833: Borrowed some money from a friend to begin a business and he was bankrupt by the end of the year. He spent the next 17 years of his life paying off this debt.
đˇ1835: Was engaged to be married, but his sweetheart died and his heart was broken.
đˇ1838: Sought to become speaker of the state legislature – defeated.
đˇ1840: Sought to become elector – defeated.
đˇ1843: Ran for Congress – lost.
đˇ1848: Ran for re-election to Congress – lost.
đˇ1849 Sought the job of land officer in his home state – rejected.
đˇ1854: Ran for Senate of the United States – lost.
đˇ1856: Sought the Vice-Presidential nomination at his party’s national convention – got less than 100 votes.
đˇ1858: Ran for U.S. Senate again – again he lost. Finally Became the President of the USA in 1860!
Akib Hasan Shad
Research Affair Secretary
Access To Human Rights International - ( AHRI )
Sunday, November 30, 2025
đ You Don’t Grow Because You’re Not Small — You Grow Because Your Environment Is.
Thursday, November 20, 2025
An extraordinary incident involving the famous Italian singer “Julia MarcÃn ”
Akib Hasan Shad :
In 1955, The Famous Italian singer “Julia MarcÃn” performed in a concert.
At one point, she stood at a corner of the stage, took off her bra, and said _“I want to auction this.
How much would you pay?
The audience became frantic—everyone wanted to buy her bra. The bidding went all the way up to 3,000 dollars.
Then she burst out laughing & She said _ “You are terribly foolish people ".
You’re ready to spend 3000 dollars to buy my bra, even though you would never spend a single dollar to help a poor, starving person who needs a little food.
Knowing that I cannot even have a sexual relationship, you’re willing to pay for my bra?
Your mindset makes me deeply ashamed and saddened.
This is the reality of our society. When you are asked to donate for religious causes, you say you are poor.
When you are asked to donate for social welfare, you say times are hard.
But when there is a show or a concert, those very people line up in the front row.
Then suddenly, there is never a shortage of donations.
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
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āĻāĻিāĻŦ āĻšাāϏাāύ āϏাāĻĻঃ
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Who is Akib Hasan Shad?
Akib Hasan Shad
Research Affair Secretary
” Access To Human Rights International – AHRI “
*** Akib Hasan Shad is a committed legal scholar, emerging Human Rights Activists, and dedicated Journalist with a strong passion for justice, equity, and rule of law. He currently serves as the Research Affairs Secretary for the Bangladesh region at Access to Human Rights International (AHRI) — a global platform dedicated to promoting, protecting, and defending fundamental human rights across borders.
In his role at AHRI, Akib Hasan Shad leads research co-ordination and legal documentation efforts related to human rights abuses, constitutional developments, minority protection, access to justice, and international law. He works closely with activists, legal professionals, and civil society to compile accurate reports, develop strategic recommendations, and support campaigns on behalf of marginalized and oppressed communities.
His responsibilities include:
- Overseeing human rights research initiatives in Bangladesh and South Asia.
- Drafting legal briefs, policy analyses, and advocacy reports for international stakeholders.
- Organizing webinars, training sessions, and forums on human rights education.
- Collaborating with international bodies and rights organizations on fact-finding missions.
Akib Hasan Shad brings to AHRI not only his legal training — having completed his LL.B (Honors) from Dhaka International University (DIU) — but also his experience as a journalist specializing in legal, social, and crime reporting. His writing has been featured in several national platforms, where he amplifies critical issues affecting the rule of law and justice in Bangladesh.
Known for his analytical insight and fearless voice, Akib Hasan Shad is deeply motivated by the belief that ” No Right Is Too Small To Protect, And No Voice Is Too Weak To Be Heard. His work with AHRI reflects a vision for a world where dignity, justice, and freedom are not just ideals, but realities for all.
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