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| name = Rizwan Rashid Rewon
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| residence = Mohammadpur, Dhaka-1207, Bangladesh
| residence = Mohammadpur, Dhaka-1207, Bangladesh
| occupation = Student
| occupation = Student
| known_for = Go-kart construction, viral videos
| known_for = Homemade go-kart construction, youth innovation
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'''Rizwan Rashid Rewon''' (born 21 March 2006) is a Bangladeshi student and IT enthusiast known for designing and constructing a homemade go-kart using locally sourced materials. His work gained attention across Bangladeshi digital media platforms and social media, where it has been discussed as an example of youth-driven innovation and informal engineering practice.
'''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 work gained nationwide attention through digital media and social platforms, where he has been recognized as a symbol of youth-driven innovation and self-taught engineering.


== Early life and background ==
== Early life and background ==
Rewon was born in Dinajpur, Bangladesh, where he spent his early childhood. He later moved to Mohammadpur, Dhaka, where he currently resides.
Rewon was born in Dinajpur, Bangladesh, where he spent his early childhood. He later moved to Mohammadpur, Dhaka, where he currently resides.


From an early age, he developed an interest in mechanical systems, digital technology, and creative construction. His curiosity about machines and software tools influenced his inclination toward hands-on experimentation and self-directed learning.
From an early age, he developed a deep interest in mechanical systems, digital technology, and creative construction. His curiosity about machines, engineering concepts, and software tools shaped his passion for hands-on experimentation and independent learning.


== Education ==
== Education ==
Rewon is a Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) 2025 commerce student in Bangladesh. Alongside his academic studies, he has shown an active interest in IT-related fields and practical technical skills.
Rewon is a Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) 2025 commerce student in Bangladesh. Alongside his academic studies, he actively pursues interests in information technology, mechanics, and practical technical innovation.


== Inspiration and concept ==
== Inspiration and concept ==
The idea of building a go-kart originated from Rewon's experience with commercial go-kart driving in Dhaka. Observing the relatively high cost and limited access, he decided to explore the possibility of building a similar vehicle independently.
The idea of building a go-kart originated from Rewon's personal experience with commercial go-kart driving in Dhaka. Inspired by the concept but observing its limited accessibility and high cost, he decided to build a similar vehicle independently using affordable, locally available materials.


This idea evolved into a personal project aimed at replicating the essential functionality of a go-kart using affordable, locally available materials.
The project soon 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 the go-kart over a period of approximately three months. The project involved assembling a structural frame, integrating a generator-based engine, and developing steering and braking mechanisms.
Rewon constructed his homemade go-kart over approximately three months. The project involved designing a reinforced structural frame, integrating a generator-based engine system, and developing steering and braking mechanisms.


The construction process required experimentation and multiple adjustments. Without formal engineering training, he relied on self-learning methods, including online tutorials and practical trial-and-error techniques.
Without formal engineering training, he relied on online tutorials, 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 engine-powered system
* Generator engine-powered system
* Basic steering mechanism
* Functional steering mechanism
* Custom braking system
* Custom braking system
* Reinforced chassis structure
* Reinforced chassis structure
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[[File:Rizwan_Rashid_Rewon_go_kart.jpg|thumb|Rewon with his homemade go-kart]]
[[File:Rizwan_Rashid_Rewon_go_kart.jpg|thumb|Rewon with his homemade go-kart]]


== Media coverage ==
== National recognition ==
Rewon's project has received coverage across Bangladeshi digital media and social media platforms.
On 25 April 2026, Rewon's homemade go-kart received national recognition when he met Bangladesh's Prime Minister, '''Tarique Rahman''', at the Jatiya Sangsad (Parliament House), where he presented his self-built vehicle. During the visit, the Prime Minister inspected the go-kart, spoke with Rewon about its construction process, and personally drove the vehicle as a gesture of encouragement toward young innovation in Bangladesh. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
 
The event received widespread media coverage across major Bangladeshi news outlets, including ''The Daily Star'', ''The Business Standard'', ''Bangladesh Pratidin'', ''Jago News'', and ''Prothom Alo'', significantly increasing public attention toward Rewon's work.
 
[[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 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 চালালেন.jpg|thumb|Prime Minister Tarique Rahman driving Rewon's homemade go-kart]]


* Jagonews24 – যন্ত্র নয়, এক তরুণের সাহসের প্রতীক এটি 
[[File:প্রধানমন্ত্রী তারেক রহমান গো–কার্ট নিয়ে কথা বলছেন.jpg|thumb|Prime Minister Tarique Rahman speaking about the homemade go-kart]]
  https://www.jagonews24.com/feature/news/1102529


* The Business Standard – নিজেই বানালেন গো-কার্ট, তরুণ রেওয়ানের গল্প 
== Media coverage ==
  https://www.tbsnews.net/bangla/video/news-details-474896
Rewon's project has received extensive coverage in Bangladeshi print, digital, and broadcast media.


* InDepth Zone 
* Jagonews24 – ''যন্ত্র নয়, এক তরুণের সাহসের প্রতীক এটি''
* Hello Bangla News
* The Business Standard – ''নিজেই বানালেন গো-কার্ট, তরুণ রেওয়ানের গল্প''
* Durbin News
* The Daily Star – ''শিক্ষার্থীর তৈরি গো-কার্ট চালালেন প্রধানমন্ত্রী''
* Bangladesh Pratidin
* Prothom Alo
* Hello Bangla News
* Durbin News
* IBN24.tv
* IBN24.tv
 
* Bangla Stream
[[File:Rizwan_Rashid_Rewon_go_kart.png|thumb|Another view of Rewon's homemade go-kart]]


== Public response ==
== Public response ==
Rewon's project has generated public interest across social media platforms, where it has been widely shared and discussed. Responses often highlight themes of creativity, determination, and self-learning.
Rewon's homemade go-kart project has generated strong public interest across social media platforms, where it has been widely shared as an example of determination, creativity, and self-learning. Many observers have praised him as a representation of Bangladesh's innovative youth.


== Significance ==
== Significance ==
The go-kart project has been viewed by observers as a representation of grassroots innovation and informal engineering practice. It reflects how accessible digital knowledge and local resources can support individual experimentation outside formal institutional environments.
Rewon's work has been viewed as a modern example of grassroots innovation in Bangladesh. His journey reflects how digital knowledge, local materials, and individual passion can enable practical engineering achievements outside formal institutional settings.


== External links ==
== External links ==
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* https://www.jagonews24.com/feature/news/1102529
* https://www.jagonews24.com/feature/news/1102529
* https://www.tbsnews.net/bangla/video/news-details-474896
* https://www.tbsnews.net/bangla/video/news-details-474896
* https://bangla.thedailystar.net/news/bangladesh/news-3919291
* https://www.tbsnews.net/bangla/bangladesh/news-details-482521
* https://www.bd-pratidin.com/national/2026/04/25/1243138
* https://www.jagonews24.com/national/news/1113595
* https://www.prothomalo.com/video/bangladesh/ycp4d0o9cu
* https://banglastream.net/news/bsl7ovtsezlv

Revision as of 09:24, 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 work gained nationwide attention through digital media and social platforms, where he has been recognized as a symbol of youth-driven innovation and self-taught engineering.

Early life and background

Rewon was born in Dinajpur, Bangladesh, where he spent his early childhood. He later moved to Mohammadpur, Dhaka, where he currently resides.

From an early age, he developed a deep interest in mechanical systems, digital technology, and creative construction. His curiosity about machines, engineering concepts, and software tools shaped his passion for hands-on experimentation and independent learning.

Education

Rewon is a Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) 2025 commerce student in Bangladesh. Alongside his academic studies, he actively pursues interests in information technology, mechanics, and practical technical innovation.

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 but observing its limited accessibility and high cost, he decided to build a similar vehicle independently using affordable, locally available materials.

The project soon 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-based 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.

Key features of the go-kart include:

  • Generator engine-powered system
  • Functional steering mechanism
  • Custom braking system
  • Reinforced chassis structure
  • Seatbelt for safety
File:Rizwan Rashid Rewon go kart.jpg
Rewon with his homemade go-kart

National recognition

On 25 April 2026, Rewon's homemade go-kart received national recognition when he met Bangladesh's Prime Minister, Tarique Rahman, at the Jatiya Sangsad (Parliament House), where he presented his self-built vehicle. During the visit, the Prime Minister inspected the go-kart, spoke with Rewon about its construction process, and personally drove the vehicle as a gesture of encouragement toward young innovation in Bangladesh. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

The event received widespread media coverage across major Bangladeshi news outlets, including The Daily Star, The Business Standard, Bangladesh Pratidin, Jago News, and Prothom Alo, significantly increasing public attention toward Rewon's work.

File:প্রধানমন্ত্রী তারেক রহমান Go-kart নির্মাতারত Rizwan Rashid Rewon এর সাথে ছবি তুলছেন.jpg
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman posing for a photograph with Rizwan Rashid Rewon
File:প্রধানমন্ত্রী তারেক রহমান গো–কার্ট নিয়ে কথা বলছেন , পার্লামেন্ট এ.jpg
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman discussing the go-kart project with Rewon at Parliament
File:প্রধানমন্ত্রী তারেক রহমান গো–কার্ট চালালেন.jpg
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman driving Rewon's homemade go-kart
File:প্রধানমন্ত্রী তারেক রহমান গো–কার্ট নিয়ে কথা বলছেন.jpg
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman speaking about the homemade go-kart

Media coverage

Rewon's project has received extensive coverage in Bangladeshi print, digital, and broadcast media.

  • Jagonews24 – যন্ত্র নয়, এক তরুণের সাহসের প্রতীক এটি
  • The Business Standard – নিজেই বানালেন গো-কার্ট, তরুণ রেওয়ানের গল্প
  • The Daily Star – শিক্ষার্থীর তৈরি গো-কার্ট চালালেন প্রধানমন্ত্রী
  • Bangladesh Pratidin
  • Prothom Alo
  • Hello Bangla News
  • Durbin News
  • IBN24.tv
  • Bangla Stream

Public response

Rewon's homemade go-kart project has generated strong public interest across social media platforms, where it has been widely shared as an example of determination, creativity, and self-learning. Many observers have praised him as a representation of Bangladesh's innovative youth.

Significance

Rewon's work has been viewed as a modern example of grassroots innovation in Bangladesh. His journey reflects how digital knowledge, local materials, and individual passion can enable practical engineering achievements outside formal institutional settings.

External links

References