DHAKA, Dec 24, 2020 (BSS) – The Ministry of Youth and Sports has
distributed Taka three crore as grant among 734 youth organizations in
recognition of their activities in the fiscal year 2019-20.
State Minister for Youth and Sports Mohammad Zahid Ahsan Russell, MP,
distributed the cheques for grant among the youth organizations as the chief
guest at a programme today. Organized by ministry of youth and sports, the
programme was held at the ministry’s conference room, said a press release.
Speaking on the occasion, the state minister said: “The Youth organizations
of the country are playing significant role in creating employment
opportunities and alleviating poverty. They have played important roles in
any crisis moment of the country; even in difficult times like the COVID-19
pandemic.
He said: “We are providing a grant for Taka three crore to 734 youth
organizations of the country to make the youth organizations more dynamic and
effective. I believe that through this incentive, the youth organizations
will be motivated to work sincerely for the betterment of the people.” he
added.
The State Minister said, “Our Prime Minister is a source of endless
inspiration to the youth.”
“Under her (Prime Minister) dynamic leadership, Bangladesh is successfully
tackling the Covid-19 crisis situation,” he added.
Director General of the Department of Youth Development Akhtaruzzaman Khan
Kabir delivered his welcome address on the occasion, presided over by Youth
and Sports Secretary Akhtar Hossain.
Divisional Commissioner of Dhaka Division Mostafizur Rahman and Deputy
Commissioners of different districts across the country also spoke on the
virtual platform.
Senior officials of the Ministry of Youth Sports and representatives of
youth organizations were also present on the occasion.