Free sewing machines distributed to 73 poor women in Gazipur

GAZIPUR, Oct 19: Free sewing machines have been distributed to 73 insolvent and distressed women in Gazipur for self-employment. 

The event was held on Monday morning at the District Council auditorium, where the chief guest was M Manjurul Karim Roni, Member of Parliament for Gazipur-2 constituency and General Secretary of the Metropolitan BNP. 

The programme was presided over by Barrister Dr Chowdhury Ishrak Ahmed Siddiqui, Administrator of the District Council. Others who spoke included Md Shawkat Hossain Sarkar, Administrator of Gazipur City Corporation, and Md Mobarak Hossain, Chief Executive Officer of the Council.

Speakers said that the BNP government always works for the welfare of the people. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is working day and night for the people of marginalised communities. In addition, he is working tirelessly to implement the country's development activities. It is our collective responsibility to assist in all development work beyond him.

Organisers said that initially, free sewing machines have been distributed among 73 neglected, insolvent and distressed women from marginalised communities. Gradually, sewing machines will be distributed to 500 women. This will create opportunities for self-employment in these families, which will help them become self-reliant.