Khulna: Initiatives have been taken to establish one playground and futsal facility for every two wards in line with the Prime Minister's election manifesto, KCC Administrator Nazrul Islam Manju announced today. The initiative aims to protect children from mobile phone addiction and drug abuse. The announcement was made during a meeting held to formulate an action plan for allocating budget for children by Khulna City Corporation (KCC) at the Shaheed Altaf Auditorium of Nagar Bhaban.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the meeting was organized by World Vision Bangladesh under its Khulna Urban Area Programme. The initiative seeks to ensure the protection and rights of children. The KCC Administrator mentioned that the "Notun Kuri" programme has been launched for children, with its activities expected to become visible soon. Children will also be involved in monitoring these programmes.
The KCC administrator urged children to maintain cleanliness in their homes and educational institutions. Speakers at the meeting highlighted that although there is no separate budgetary head for children, various opportunities for them are included in different sectors of the city corporation's budget. The meeting aimed to make children aware of these provisions and opportunities.
Khulna Urban Area Programme Manager Suravi Biswas presided over the meeting. Other speakers included KCC Chief Executive Officer Rajib Ahmed, Chief Engineer Mashiuzzaman Khan, Chief Health Officer Dr. Sharif Shammiul Islam, and Budget-cum-Accounts Officer Md Moniruzzaman. World Vision Bangladesh Child Protection and Advocacy Coordinator Beauty Queen, KCC Youth Forum President Md Fahmid Hasan, Vice-President Afroza Akter Swarnali, and authorized officials from all 31 wards of KCC were also present.