International Literacy Day-2025 was observed on Monday across the country with the theme ‘Promoting Literacy in the Digital Era’.
In Naogaon, to mark the day, a colorful rally was brought out from the District Administration Office and paraded different streets of the town.
As a part of the elaborate programme, the district administration organized a discussion in the district administration office.
District Administrator Md. Abdul Awal attended the discussion while Additional Deputy Commissioner (Education and ICT) Jannat Ara Tithi and officials of relevant organizations, among others, were present at the meeting.
In Noakhali, to mark the day, a colorful rally was brought out from the District Administration Office and paraded different streets of the town.
As part of the elaborate programme, the district administration and the Bureau of Non-Formal Education jointly organized the discussion in the District Administration Office.
District Administrator Khandker Ishtiak Ahmed attended the discussion session as the chief guest while Additional Deputy Commissioner (Education and ICT) Jennat Rehana presided over the meeting. District Education Officer Noor Uddin Md. Jahangir was also present on the occasion, among others.
At the discussion, speakers said literacy is an important tool for the development of human resources. Bangladesh should focus on increasing literacy rate through using ICT as it is urgent to education for building an economically advanced country, they added.
Literacy rate in remote areas is still less compared to other regions in the country meaning the government must take special measures to bring all people in hard-to-reach areas under literacy programme, the speakers added.
In Magura, the district administration organized a series of colorful events, including a rally and a discussion, to mark the occasion.
The day's programs began at 10 am with a vibrant rally that started from the Deputy Commissioner's office premises. The rally, featuring colorful banners and festoons, paraded through the Vaina intersection and returned to the starting point. Teachers, students, guardians, and people from all walks of life took part in the rally.
Following the rally, a discussion was held in the conference room of the Deputy Commissioner's office. Deputy Commissioner Md. Ohidul Islam attended as the chief guest, while Additional Deputy Commissioner Shashwati Shil, District Secondary Education Officer Alomgir Hossain, along with heads and teachers of various educational institutions, were present as special guests.
Speakers at the event highlighted that in the modern era of technology, the meaning and importance of literacy have expanded significantly. Beyond just reading and writing, literacy now includes digital skills and the ability to use technology effectively. They emphasized the urgent need to equip the younger generation with relevant education and practical skills.
In his speech, DC Md. Ohidul Islam said, "Technology-based education is crucial for building a Digital Bangladesh. It is not enough to ensure basic literacy-we must also empower people with the skills needed to navigate the digital world. The government is working relentlessly to achieve this goal."
Teachers at the program stressed the role of parents and society in improving literacy rates. Students also shared their excitement about the celebration, expressing their determination to use technology in positive and productive ways.
The event saw the participation of hundreds of students, teachers, guardians, and officials from the district administration, creating a festive and inspiring atmosphere.
