For twenty years, the country's leading English daily, The Daily Star, has been honouring students who secured outstanding grades in O and A Level examinations.

This year, the 20th edition of the programme was held at Shaheed Suhrawardy National Indoor Stadium in Mirpur area of Dhaka.

Here are a few photos from the event.

Enthusiastic students and their parents wait for the award distribution. Photo: Rashed Shumon

The Daily Star Editor and Publisher Mahfuz Anam presents a token of appreciation to Saiara Adrita. Photo: Palash Khan

Sonia Bashir Kabir giving her speech as the chief guest at the programme. Photo: Amran Hossain

The Daily Star Editor and Publisher gives his speech during the programme honouring high achievers in the O and A Level examinations. Photo: Prabir Das

Students of Playpen School eagerly wait for the awards to be handed out. Photo: Palash Khan

Sonia Bashir Kabir giving her speech as the chief guest at the programme. Photo: Amran Hossain

Students put together a dance and musical show during the programme. Photo: Palash Khan

A cultural programme was put together for the guests at The Daily Star Award giving ceremony. Photo: Rashed Shumon

A vibrant and colorful performance was put together by the students. Photo: Prabir Das

Students pose for a photograph after the award giving ceremony was concluded. Photo: Palash Khan