Loan cheques worth of Taka two lakh were distributed among the youths in Natore district on Friday on the occasion of The International Youth Day-2022.
The day was observed in the district in a befitting manner through various programmes. The theme of the International Youth Day-2022 is "Intergenerational solidarity: Creating a world for all ages".
On the occasion, a discussion was held at the Department of Youth Development District Office. Additional Deputy Commissioner (Education & ICT) Noor Ahmed Masum addressed the function as the chief guest with Deputy Director of the Department of Youth Development District Office KM Abdul Matin in the chair.
International Youth Day is commemorated every year on 12 August. In 1999, the day was celebrated for the first time following the recommendation of the United Nations General Assembly.
The programme was inaugurated by giving a cheque of Taka one lakh to two youths. KM Abdul Matin said amounting of Taka three crore will be distributed as loan in the district in phases during the current financial year to create more employment opportunities.