Natore Correspondent:

Loan cheques were distributed among youths in the district on the occasion of National and International Youth Day here on Tuesday.

With the theme ‘Technology-based youth power, progress in multilateral partnerships’ the day is being observed in the district. A total of Taka 22. 60 lakh were distributed among youths using cheques.

Deputy Commissioner Asma Shahen handed over these cheques at a function at the Zila Parishad Auditorium.

Deputy Director of the Department of Youth Development KM Abdul Matin delivered the welcome speech at the function chaired by Additional Deputy Commissioner (General) Md. Abul Hayat.

Successful youth entrepreneur Jannatul Ferdous also spoke at the event.

Speakers at the function said the government is working to create skilled entrepreneurs by providing timely training and financial assistance.