Dhaka: Inter-district age group girls’ swimming competition, marking the Festival of Youth 2025, begins at Dhanmondi Riya Gope Women’s Sports Complex in the capital tomorrow (Friday). Bangladesh Swimming Federation (BSF) vice-president Mizanur Rahman will formally open the meet as the chief guest at 10 am.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, a total of 132 swimmers from 22 districts across the country will compete in the two-day meet, organised by Bangladesh Women’s Sports Association. The event aims to bring together young athletes from various districts to showcase their talents in the swimming arena.
Youth and Sports Secretary Md Mahbub-Ul Alam is expected to be present at the closing ceremony as the chief guest on Saturday and will distribute the prizes. National Sports Council Secretary Aminul Islam will also be present as a special guest on the occasion, highlighting the significance of the event in promoting youth sports at the national level.