Manikganj:The 55th National Cooperative Day-2026 was celebrated in Manikganj with a series of events organized by the Department of Cooperatives. The theme for this year's celebration was 'Gorbo Somobay, Gorbo Desh. Sobar Jonno Bangladesh' (We will build cooperatives; we will build the country. Bangladesh for all).
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the day was marked by a colorful rally that commenced from the Collectorate. The rally traversed various roads and culminated at the Samannito Sarkari Bhaban, where a discussion meeting was conducted.
Deputy Commissioner Nazmun Ara Sultana presided over the event, while District Cooperative Officer Engineer Farhana Ferdous delivered the welcome address. The event was graced by special guests including Superintendent of Police (SP) Mohammad Sarwar Alam and Manikganj Press Club President Zahangir Alam Biswas.
The function saw the participation of heads from various government departments, officers, employees of the Department of Cooperatives, and cooperative members, emphasizing the significance of cooperative movements. The speakers highlighted the necessity to fortify the cooperative movement and invigorate cooperative societies nationwide as a means to alleviate poverty. They also called upon citizens from all sectors to engage collectively in the nation's development efforts.