The day is being celebrated with the theme- ‘Mayer Deya Khabar Khai, Moner Anonde School a Jai’.
The directorate of primary education organised a programme at its auditorium in Mirpur where Primary and Mass Education Minister Mostafizur Rahman was present as the chief guest.
Md Akram-Al-Hossain, secretary of Primary Education Ministry, was present as special guest and Dr. Md. Abu Hena Mostafa Kamal (NDC), director general of the directorate presided over the programme.
Popular magician Jewel Aich took part in the programme.
Besides, puppet show and muppet show were arranged along with cultural programme.
The day is celebrated every year in the country since 1998 after Meena became the most popular animated girl character that stands for child rights and gender equality.