The KIB 3D Auditorium Hall in Dhaka recently illuminated the remarkable talent of Bangladesh's youth at the debut Kidlon Junior Talent Award 2025.
Organized by Twimbol, this groundbreaking initiative recognized exceptional achievements across 12 diverse categories, marking a significant step in celebrating junior excellence nationwide.
While 12 outstanding young individuals were honored from a competitive pool of 36 nominees, the event's impact and credibility were significantly bolstered by its distinguished panel of judges – a collective of leading figures who lent their expertise to the selection process.
The discerning jury included Suraiya Siddiqua, Director of Sales and Marketing at Grameen Danone – Shokti, whose strategic marketing insights and dedication to social impact informed the evaluation of entries in health and social sectors.
Adding his dynamic perspective was RobinRafan (Obidur Rahman), a highly influential digital creator and pioneer in AI-driven content. RobinRafan's presence resonated with the young participants.
Ensuring a rigorous assessment of the healthcare and wellness categories was Aysha Siddika, Completing the accomplished panel was Tania Taslima, Managing Director of 2TS Creation
The judges skillfully navigated over 300 initial applications, ultimately selecting 36 finalists and then 12 remarkable winners who demonstrated exceptional talent in fields spanning environmental activities (Md Mirajul Islam) to content creation (Mahmud HM), innovation (Zarif Hasan), and the arts (Ayaaz Mahmud).
Antu Kareem, Managing Director of Kidlon Bangladesh, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “This inaugural event marks our commitment to fostering young expertise, and we look forward to making it an annual celebration.”
Event organizer Shamim Ashraf echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the long-term vision: “Our goal is to champion children’s creativity and continue to provide platforms that inspire their growth and confidence.”
With a powerhouse panel of judges guiding the way, the Kidlon Junior Talent Award 2025 has not only celebrated Bangladesh's brightest young stars but has also established a significant new platform for recognizing and nurturing future leaders and innovators.