Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Tuesday joined a programme marking Children’s Rights Day 2026 and the 50th anniversary of Bangladesh Shishu Academy.

The three-day observance is being held at Bangladesh Shishu Academy in the capital from October 6 to 8, with this year’s theme “Let every child have a secure future.”

Around 150 children welcomed the prime minister upon his arrival at the venue in the morning.

The event began with the national anthem, after which the prime minister took his seat alongside other guests.

Prime Minister’s wife and Ziaur Rahman Foundation Vice-Chairman Dr Zubaida Rahman was present at the programme, chaired by Women and Children Affairs Minister Prof Dr AZM Zahid Hossain.

The programme features a cultural performance by children, presentation of commemorative gifts to children and the unveiling of the souvenir titled Shaishab.

The prime minister is also scheduled to interact with children from different parts of the country through a videoconference.

He will also visit an exhibition featuring paintings by children and a photo gallery.

After the programme, the prime minister will visit the Children’s Museum building and inaugurate a solar panel system and a substation on its ground floor.