Dinajpur:Minister for Women and Children Affairs and Social Welfare Prof Dr. AZM Zahid Hossain, MP, inaugurated a job fair at Birampur Upazila Government College ground in Dinajpur. The event aims to create employment opportunities for jobless young men and women.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the job fair has been organized to support the youth of the district, including Dinajpur-6, in finding employment. The event facilitates direct contact between job seekers and various private organizations and entrepreneurial institutions.
The minister emphasized that the fair will not only help job seekers acquire necessary qualifications and skills but also offer practical experience in the recruitment process. Young participants will gain insights into available job opportunities and are encouraged to develop an interest in entrepreneurship.
During the event, Dr. Zahid Hossain highlighted the importance of steering the youth away from drug abuse by engaging them in meaningful employment. He expressed hope that the fair would inspire many to start their own businesses.
The event was attended by notable figures including Syed Jahangir Alam MP, AZM Rezwanul Haque MP, and Dinajpur Deputy Commissioner Md Rafiqul Islam. The ceremony was presided over by Birampur Upazila Nirbahi Officer Mst Tanzina Khatun.
Birampur Upazila BNP president Mia Md Shafiqul Islam Mamun stated that over 20,000 candidates have registered online for the fair. Participating organizations are now set to verify qualifications and potentially arrange jobs for suitable candidates through their own procedures.
The initiative, titled "Job Fair Dinajpur 2026," involves a diverse range of participants from international organizations such as UNICEF and World Vision Bangladesh to major industrial groups like Pran and Beximco Group. The fair is a significant step towards integrating the northern region's youth into the national economy.