National Children’s Day of Bangladesh is celebrated on 17th March every year In Bangladesh.
It is everyone’s responsibility to ensure that every child in the world can live a minimum life. For this, children should be given opportunities in various fields. Even in state important work. As the child will understandably, a sense of responsibility towards society will also be created. This allows children to position themselves in a stronger position, for themselves and other children.
Children are the most helpless among mankind. Children have to depend on adults to grow up. But sadly, it is true that children are the most affected by any disaster in the world. Whether the disaster is natural or man-made. On top of that, there is a lack of responsibility of adults towards children in many cases, lack of proper attention and proper care.
In third-world countries, the neglect of children is a bit more. And the irreparable damage that children suffer during war, their physical and mental development is guided in the wrong direction.
History of National Children’s Day of Bangladesh
17 March is the birthday of the Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. Nationally, the day is observed as ‘National Children’s Day’. Because of Bangabandhu’s love for children, the Awami League government led by Sheikh Hasina declared March 17 as National Children’s Day in its first term (1996-2001). Although the day was not declared a public holiday at first, a public holiday was later declared.
Children’s Day is celebrated several times a year under different names at the international level to establish children’s rights and create awareness. Apart from this, different countries of the world celebrate National Children’s Day in their own way. Internationally, the first Monday of October is World Children’s Day and Children’s Rights Week. According to the declaration of the United Nations, November 20 is observed as World Children’s Day.
Besides, International Children’s Day is celebrated on June 1. Besides, International Day of the Girl Child is celebrated all over the world on October 11. There are several other such days for children.
Apart from this, the countries of the world celebrate their important day as National Children’s Day. For example, Children’s Day is celebrated on the second Sunday of June in the United States. In Pakistan, Children’s Day is celebrated on July 1, and in China, April 4 is celebrated as Children’s Day. On the other hand, Children’s Day is celebrated on the 30th of August in Britain, the 5th of May in Japan, 20th of September in West Germany.
However, the purpose of celebrating Children’s Day in all countries is the same, to once again give a message of awareness about the rights of the children of the country and their future.
National Children’s Day is celebrated in India on the 14th of November. The country’s first Prime Minister Pandit Jawaharlal and children’s favorite uncle Nehru’s birthday has been celebrated since 1967 by declaring November 14 as National Children’s Day.
Although International or World Children’s Day was celebrated in Bangladesh, there was no National Children’s Day. After the Awami League came to power in 1996, the then cabinet declared March 17, the birthday of the Father of the Nation, Bangabandhu as National Children’s Day. The day has been celebrated since 1997. This day is also declared a general holiday.
The reason for declaring March 17 as Children’s Day is that Bangabandhu’s love for children was immense. Hence his birthday was declared National Children’s Day dedicated to children.
How do people celebrate National Children’s Day in Bangladesh?
Every year on this Children’s Day, many schools organize various programs for children. Various cultural programs are starting from the quiz.
Painting competitions are organized in various educational institutions. Apart from this, special prayer meetings are organized in various mosques, Milad and doa mahfils, and other religious places of worship including temples, churches, and pagodas.
Moreover, like every year, the Shishu Academy always holds a children’s book fair with great books
After all, the children of today are the capable citizens of tomorrow. Therefore, our Children’s Day wishes to ensure the physical and mental development of children and adolescents by looking at their health and nutrition along with their character strength.
Why do people celebrate National Children’s Day in Bangladesh
Many children are neglected in different countries of the world. Many people do not get proper food, shelter, and education. The selection of such themes is thought of them. The keynote of this theme is that all children should be afforded their basic rights. It should be ensured that they can live a healthy life.
Children’s Day aims to ensure every child’s right to a healthy life.
No matter how old a person is, childhood is hidden somewhere in his mind. There is one day of the year, which evokes childhood in the mind.
Moreover, child abuse is increasing day by day. Besides, child labor is increasing. This day is mainly observed to prevent the cruel abuse of children. Moreover, this day is mainly observed to make the common people aware of all the human tortures that are carried out on children, such as children below 18 years of age should not be taken to various workplaces including garments.
National Children’s Day of Bangladesh Quotes
Here are some quotes by some great people about National Children’s Day-
It is not our duty to introduce children to the horrible side of the world. We have to teach children that they may make the future world better than the present – LR Knost.
God sends every child into the world with a specific idea. There’s so much potential in them – Kate Douglas Wiggin.
There is no picture as beautiful as a child’s bright smile. There is no music as beautiful as a child’s laughter – PT Barnum.
Every child is an artist. But it is difficult to keep the artist alive as he grows up – Pablo Picasso.
We sacrifice today so that our children have a better future – APJ Abdul Kalam.
The child became his father’s father – William Wordsworth.
There is nothing like hugging babies – Princess Diana.
A society is best understood by its treatment of children – Nelson Mandela.
National Children’s Day of Bangladesh Messages
Below are some National Children’s Day of Bangladesh messages-
- Children are the only ones who can make us smile even amid extreme sadness. So children should never be neglected. Happy Nationals Children’s Day of Bangladesh.
- Every child is a different kind of flower and together they can make a beautiful garden in this world. Happy National Children’s Day of Bangladesh.
- Children are rising stars, the more you inspire them the more they learn. Happy National Children’s Day of Bangladesh.
- Today’s children are tomorrow’s future. Let’s make this world a safe and enjoyable place for children. Happy National Children’s Day of Bangladesh.
National Children’s Day of Bangladesh Wishes
Although Children’s Day is mainly for children, on this day they send different greetings to each other. Through this, different people are also made aware of the rights of children and not the human torture of children.
Below are some of the children’s day greetings messages –
- All seasons were great as a child, paper boats floated in the rain. Mother’s mouth had a story, fairies used to come in dreams. Happy National Children’s Day of Bangladesh.
- The most honest time in the world, the best day in the world. The best moments in the world, are found only in childhood. Happy National Children’s day of Bangladesh.
- We cannot make children as we wish. We must acknowledge them as such. They should be loved as God has given them. Happy National Children’s Day of Bangladesh.
National Children’s Day of Bangladesh Status
Children are the most precious part of our life. They are the best thing that god gifts us. We always should take care of them. Share some status on this day. Here are some statuses-
- Today is no mischief. Say Happy National Children’s Day of Bangladesh to everyone.
- Greetings to all the children I know and don’t know. Happy National Children’s Day of Bangladesh.
- Lozenges, chocolates, and chips are no more today. Because today is Children’s Day in Bangladesh.
- Do we try to be beautiful like children? See, the world will be so much better
Happy National Children’s Day of Bangladesh.
FAQ about National Children’s Day of Bangladesh
What is the date of National Children’s Day in Bangladesh?
17 March.
Who establishes this day?
The Awami League government led by Sheikh Hasina declared March 17 as National Day
Children’s Day is celebrated several times a year under different names at the international level to establish children’s rights and create awareness. Apart from this, different countries of the world celebrate National Children’s Day in their own way. However, the purpose of celebrating Children’s Day in all countries is the same, to once again give a message of awareness about the rights of the children of the country and their future
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