National Girl Child Day 2026 was celebrated in Gafargaon, Mymensingh, through a joint initiative by the Upazila Administration and the Upazila Department of Women Affairs. The day's events featured a colorful rally, a discussion meeting, and a prize distribution ceremony, held under the theme "Shishubiye ar noy, konya korbe biswojoy" (No more child marriage, daughters will conquer the world).
The program commenced on Monday morning (October 12, 2026) at 11:00 AM with a vibrant rally starting from the upazila parishad premises and parading through key local thoroughfares before concluding at the same venue. A subsequent discussion meeting was held in the upazila parishad conference room, presided over by Upazila Nirbahi Officer Mohammad Yusuf, with a welcome address delivered by Upazila Women Affairs Officer Khaleda Akter.
Speakers at the event emphasized the importance of eliminating child marriage and ensuring equal rights, safety, and education for girls. The meeting was addressed by several local officials and community leaders, including Upazila Livestock Officer Dr. Md. Shafiqul Islam, former upazila vice chairman Shah Abdullah Al Mamun, Upazila ICT Officer Md. Ahsan Habib, Upazila Youth Development Officer Mofazzal Hossain, Upazila Jute Officer Fazlur Rahman, Upazila Mohila Dal President Nurun Nahar, Pourashava Mohila Dal President Sabiha Rahman, and Upazila Youth Development Committee member Dilruba Yasmin Dulari.
The program concluded with the distribution of prizes among six students (three from primary level and three from high school) who excelled in an art competition held for the occasion. The event was attended by officials from the women affairs office, various government and non-governmental female officers and staff, students from local educational institutions, distinguished guests, and local journalists.
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Reported by K. M. Nazmul Huda, Gafargaon, Mymensingh • Edited by the Daily Best News desk. Send corrections to [email protected].
