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'''Rizwan Rashid Rewon''' (born 21 March 2006) is a Bangladeshi student, IT enthusiast, and young innovator known for designing and constructing a homemade go-kart using locally sourced materials. His | '''Rizwan Rashid Rewon''' (born 21 March 2006) is a Bangladeshi student, IT enthusiast, and young innovator known for designing and constructing a homemade go-kart using locally sourced materials. His project received nationwide attention through media coverage and public recognition, highlighting youth-driven innovation and self-taught engineering in Bangladesh. | ||
[[File:প্রধানমন্ত্রী তারেক রহমান Go-kart নির্মাতারত Rizwan Rashid Rewon এর সাথে ছবি তুলছেন.jpg|thumb|Prime Minister Tarique Rahman posing for a photograph with Rizwan Rashid Rewon| | [[File:প্রধানমন্ত্রী তারেক রহমান Go-kart নির্মাতারত Rizwan Rashid Rewon এর সাথে ছবি তুলছেন.jpg|thumb|Prime Minister Tarique Rahman posing for a photograph with Rizwan Rashid Rewon|458x458px]] | ||
== Early life and background == | == Early life and background == | ||
Rewon was born in Dinajpur, Bangladesh, | Rewon was born in Dinajpur, Bangladesh, and later moved to Mohammadpur, Dhaka, where he currently resides. | ||
From an early age, he developed a | From an early age, he developed a strong interest in mechanical systems, digital technology, and practical construction. His curiosity about machines, engineering concepts, and software tools shaped his passion for hands-on experimentation and independent learning. | ||
== Education == | == Education == | ||
Rewon is | Rewon is an HSC (Higher Secondary Certificate) commerce student in Bangladesh. Alongside his academic studies, he continues to explore information technology, mechanics, and practical innovation. | ||
He has also been associated with '''IELTS Excellence Bangladesh''', where he has pursued English language development, digital learning, and professional skill-building. Through this engagement, he has gained exposure to communication, technology-oriented tasks, and practical workplace experience that complement his broader interests in innovation and information technology. | |||
[[File:Rizwan_Rashid_Rewon_go_kart.jpg|thumb|Rewon with his homemade go-kart]] | |||
== Inspiration and concept == | == Inspiration and concept == | ||
The idea of building a go-kart originated from Rewon's personal experience with commercial go-kart driving in Dhaka. Inspired by the concept | The idea of building a go-kart originated from Rewon's personal experience with commercial go-kart driving in Dhaka. Inspired by the concept and motivated by its limited accessibility and high cost, he decided to build a similar vehicle independently using affordable, locally available materials. | ||
The project | The project evolved into a personal engineering challenge focused on recreating the core functions of a go-kart through creativity, self-learning, and practical experimentation. | ||
== Go-kart project == | == Go-kart project == | ||
Rewon constructed his homemade go-kart over approximately three months. The project involved designing a reinforced structural frame, integrating a generator- | Rewon constructed his homemade go-kart over approximately three months. The project involved designing a reinforced structural frame, integrating a generator-powered engine system, and developing steering and braking mechanisms. | ||
Without formal engineering training, he relied on online tutorials, research, and trial-and-error methods to complete the vehicle. | [[File:প্রধানমন্ত্রী তারেক রহমান গো–কার্ট চালালেন.jpg|thumb|Prime Minister Tarique Rahman driving Rewon's homemade go-kart|334x334px]] | ||
Without formal engineering training, he relied on online tutorials, independent research, and trial-and-error methods to complete the vehicle. | |||
Key features of the go-kart include: | Key features of the go-kart include: | ||
* Generator | * Generator-powered engine system | ||
* Functional steering mechanism | * Functional steering mechanism | ||
* Custom braking system | * Custom braking system | ||
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* Seatbelt for safety | * Seatbelt for safety | ||
== National recognition == | |||
On 25 April 2026, Rewon's homemade go-kart received national recognition when he met [[w:Tarique Rahman|Tarique Rahman]], the [[w:Prime Minister of Bangladesh|Prime Minister of Bangladesh]], at the Jatiya Sangsad (Parliament House), where he presented his self-built vehicle. | |||
During the visit, the Prime Minister inspected the go-kart, discussed its construction process with Rewon, and personally drove the vehicle as a gesture of encouragement toward youth innovation in Bangladesh. | |||
The event received widespread media coverage across major Bangladeshi news outlets | The event received widespread media coverage across major Bangladeshi news outlets, significantly increasing public attention toward Rewon's work. | ||
[[File:প্রধানমন্ত্রী তারেক রহমান গো–কার্ট নিয়ে কথা বলছেন , পার্লামেন্ট এ.jpg|thumb|Prime Minister Tarique Rahman discussing the go-kart project with Rewon at Parliament]] | [[File:প্রধানমন্ত্রী তারেক রহমান গো–কার্ট নিয়ে কথা বলছেন , পার্লামেন্ট এ.jpg|thumb|Prime Minister Tarique Rahman discussing the go-kart project with Rewon at Parliament]] | ||
[[File:প্রধানমন্ত্রী তারেক রহমান গো–কার্ট নিয়ে কথা বলছেন.jpg|thumb|Prime Minister Tarique Rahman speaking about the homemade go-kart]] | [[File:প্রধানমন্ত্রী তারেক রহমান গো–কার্ট নিয়ে কথা বলছেন.jpg|thumb|Prime Minister Tarique Rahman speaking about the homemade go-kart]] | ||
== Media coverage == | == Media coverage == | ||
Rewon's project has | Rewon's project has been covered by several Bangladeshi print, digital, and broadcast media outlets, including: | ||
* Jagonews24 | |||
* Jagonews24 | * The Business Standard | ||
* The Business Standard | * The Daily Star | ||
* The Daily Star | |||
* Bangladesh Pratidin | * Bangladesh Pratidin | ||
* Prothom Alo | * Prothom Alo | ||
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== Public response == | == Public response == | ||
The project generated widespread discussion on social media, where it was shared as an example of determination, creativity, and self-learning. Many observers described Rewon's work as a symbol of innovative youth potential in Bangladesh. | |||
== Significance == | == Significance == | ||
Rewon's work has been viewed as | Rewon's work has been viewed as an example of grassroots innovation in Bangladesh. His journey reflects how digital knowledge, local materials, and personal dedication can lead to practical engineering achievements outside formal institutional settings. | ||
== External links == | == External links == | ||
* | * [https://www.instagram.com/rewon3_3 Instagram] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
* https://www.jagonews24.com/feature/news/1102529 | * [https://www.jagonews24.com/feature/news/1102529 Jagonews24] | ||
* https://www.tbsnews.net/bangla/video/news-details-474896 | * [https://www.tbsnews.net/bangla/video/news-details-474896 The Business Standard] | ||
* https://bangla.thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/news-3919291 | * [https://bangla.thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/news-3919291 The Daily Star] | ||
* https://www.tbsnews.net/bangla/bangladesh/news-details-482521 | * [https://www.tbsnews.net/bangla/bangladesh/news-details-482521 The Business Standard] | ||
* https://www.bd-pratidin.com/national/2026/04/25/1243138 | * [https://www.bd-pratidin.com/national/2026/04/25/1243138 Bangladesh Pratidin] | ||
* https://www.jagonews24.com/national/news/1113595 | * [https://www.jagonews24.com/national/news/1113595 Jagonews24] | ||
* https://www.prothomalo.com/video/bangladesh/ycp4d0o9cu | * [https://www.prothomalo.com/video/bangladesh/ycp4d0o9cu Prothom Alo] | ||
* https://banglastream.net/news/bsl7ovtsezlv | * [https://banglastream.net/news/bsl7ovtsezlv Bangla Stream] | ||
Latest revision as of 10:18, 25 April 2026
Rizwan Rashid Rewon (born 21 March 2006) is a Bangladeshi student, IT enthusiast, and young innovator known for designing and constructing a homemade go-kart using locally sourced materials. His project received nationwide attention through media coverage and public recognition, highlighting youth-driven innovation and self-taught engineering in Bangladesh.
Early life and background
Rewon was born in Dinajpur, Bangladesh, and later moved to Mohammadpur, Dhaka, where he currently resides.
From an early age, he developed a strong interest in mechanical systems, digital technology, and practical construction. His curiosity about machines, engineering concepts, and software tools shaped his passion for hands-on experimentation and independent learning.
Education
Rewon is an HSC (Higher Secondary Certificate) commerce student in Bangladesh. Alongside his academic studies, he continues to explore information technology, mechanics, and practical innovation.
He has also been associated with IELTS Excellence Bangladesh, where he has pursued English language development, digital learning, and professional skill-building. Through this engagement, he has gained exposure to communication, technology-oriented tasks, and practical workplace experience that complement his broader interests in innovation and information technology.
Inspiration and concept
The idea of building a go-kart originated from Rewon's personal experience with commercial go-kart driving in Dhaka. Inspired by the concept and motivated by its limited accessibility and high cost, he decided to build a similar vehicle independently using affordable, locally available materials.
The project evolved into a personal engineering challenge focused on recreating the core functions of a go-kart through creativity, self-learning, and practical experimentation.
Go-kart project
Rewon constructed his homemade go-kart over approximately three months. The project involved designing a reinforced structural frame, integrating a generator-powered engine system, and developing steering and braking mechanisms.
Without formal engineering training, he relied on online tutorials, independent research, and trial-and-error methods to complete the vehicle.
Key features of the go-kart include:
- Generator-powered engine system
- Functional steering mechanism
- Custom braking system
- Reinforced chassis structure
- Seatbelt for safety
National recognition
On 25 April 2026, Rewon's homemade go-kart received national recognition when he met Tarique Rahman, the Prime Minister of Bangladesh, at the Jatiya Sangsad (Parliament House), where he presented his self-built vehicle.
During the visit, the Prime Minister inspected the go-kart, discussed its construction process with Rewon, and personally drove the vehicle as a gesture of encouragement toward youth innovation in Bangladesh.
The event received widespread media coverage across major Bangladeshi news outlets, significantly increasing public attention toward Rewon's work.
Media coverage
Rewon's project has been covered by several Bangladeshi print, digital, and broadcast media outlets, including:
- Jagonews24
- The Business Standard
- The Daily Star
- Bangladesh Pratidin
- Prothom Alo
- Hello Bangla News
- Durbin News
- IBN24.tv
- Bangla Stream
Public response
The project generated widespread discussion on social media, where it was shared as an example of determination, creativity, and self-learning. Many observers described Rewon's work as a symbol of innovative youth potential in Bangladesh.
Significance
Rewon's work has been viewed as an example of grassroots innovation in Bangladesh. His journey reflects how digital knowledge, local materials, and personal dedication can lead to practical engineering achievements outside formal institutional settings.