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FARAAZ-COURAGE-AWARD
Application sought for Faraaz Hossain Courage Award 2019
DHAKA, Oct 28, 2019 (BSS) – Applications have been sought from courageous
individuals for the Faraaz Hossain Courage Award 2019 in a bid to encourage
the spirit of bravery among Bangladeshi youths.
The last date for submission of the application is October 31.
“In recognition of Faraaz Hossain’s courageous act during the fateful
‘Holy Artisan tragedy’, PepsiCo Global has recently started seeking a
courageous individual for the ‘Faraaz Hossain Courage Award 2019,” said a
press release here today.
Faraaz Ayaaz Hossain was killed in a terror attack that took place at the
‘Holy Artisan Bakery’ on July 1, 2016. He got a chance to save himself, but
he refused to leave his two friends and eventually killed by the attackers.
The entire world witnessed and lauded the sacrifice and courage of a 20
year old Faraaz. To honor his sacrifice and bravery, Faraaz Hossain Courage
Award has been initiated in 2016.
In addition to a certificate of recognition and a plaque, the winner of
this award will also receive a cash prize equivalent of USD10,000.
The winner must fulfill the following criteria: exemplifies exceptional
personal courage, has taken the outstanding initiative to help other human
beings, symbolizes highest standards of moral and ethical values, and be a
male or female citizen of Bangladesh below the age of the 35.
PepsiCo Global has requested to email at [email protected] or
call at +8801704166770 and +8801313494309 (9 am to 8 pm) for further details.
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