Dhaka: On the occasion of National and International Youth Day 2025, a total of TK 47 crore 26 lakh 14 thousand in youth loans will be disbursed tomorrow among 4,985 young recipients across the country.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the National Youth Award will also be distributed to individuals selected for excellence in youth activities. Awards will be conferred at both national and divisional levels, recognizing first, second, and third positions. Special recognition will be given to youth from small ethnic minorities, transgender groups, and persons with special needs.
The inauguration ceremony for the National and International Youth Day will take place at 10:00 am at Hotel InterContinental in Dhaka, as stated in a PID release. The theme for this year is ‘Youth Advancing Multilateral Cooperation, Through Technology and Partnership.’
The Department of Youth Development is actively working to transform technology-driven youth power into human capital through skill-based training, self-employment loans, and engagement in voluntary and service-oriented activities. Each year, approximately 200,000 youth are engaged in employment and self-employment through modern, science-based technical training and post-training financial and material support.
Efforts to convert youth potential into national assets include freelancing training programs in all 64 districts, eco-friendly biogas plant initiatives, and mobile computer training in remote areas. Under the EARN project, employment opportunities will be created for nine lakh unemployed youth lacking formal education or training.
In the past year, the Department of Youth Development has trained 271,719 youth aged between 18 and 35 in various trades. Additionally, 1,076 youth have received training in traffic management and social awareness to assist law enforcement in restoring discipline on the roads.
To commemorate the day, publications including a souvenir, annual report, and booklets featuring the achievements of National Youth Award recipients, along with brochures and posters, will be released.