A total of 11 individuals and institutions will be awarded on National Jute Day to be observed in the country today.
Textiles and Jute Minister Golam Dastagir Gazi made the announcement at a press conference at the ministry yesterday, marking National Jute Day 2023. Senior officials of the ministry were present at the press conference, among others, BSS reported.
He said that the award will be given for their contribution to the achievement of the government's development targets through research activities in the development of the jute sector, reduction of dependence on jute seed import, achieving viability in jute seed production, increasing the production and export of conventional and versatile jute products.
Besides, seven felicitation mementos will be given to the stakeholders involved in jute, he added.
Dastagir said this year the day is going to be celebrated with the theme of "Contribution of Jute Industry – Building Smart Bangladesh" to create interest among farmers in jute cultivation, increasing the use of jute and jute products in domestic and international markets.
He said the ministry started the formulation and implementation of multi-faceted action plans to spread jute products around the world as per the directives of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.
Moreover, the use of jute products has been increased through the Jute Diversification Promotion Center (JDPC), and the government has emphasized innovation and expansion of the versatile use of jute products.
Marking the day, the Textiles and Jute Ministry has chalked out various programs, including exhibitions, seminars, meetings and other promotional activities.
As per the schedule, the main event of the day will be held at Osmani Memorial Auditorium in the city and the exhibition and sales centre of multi-purpose jute products will be inaugurated at Karim Chamber in Motijheel today.
