The National Vitamin A Plus Campaign was inaugurated in Khulna on Sunday.
Khulna City Corporation (KCC) Administrator Nazrul Islam Manju inaugurated the campaign at the auditorium of Khalishpur Collegiate Girls' School as the chief guest.
Speaking on the occasion, he said vitamin A plays a vital role in strengthening children's immunity and protecting their eyesight.
He also underscored the importance of ensuring timely vaccination to safeguard children from various preventable diseases.
"The government is implementing regular and emergency immunization programmes across the country to protect every child. Today's children are the future of the nation. Building a strong nation requires ensuring children's health and safety from the very beginning of life," he said.
KCC Chief Executive Officer Rajib Ahmed chaired the function.