The International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction observed in Khulna today. Photo : BSS

KHULNA, Oct 13, 2025 (BSS) - The International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction was observed in the district today with the theme "Working Together to Build Resilience against Disasters."

Marking the occasion, a discussion meeting was held at the conference room of the Deputy Commissioner's office, with Deputy Commissioner Md Toufiqur Rahman in the chair.

Speaking at the event, the DC said that in addition to natural calamities, man-made disasters also cause immense human suffering. Emphasizing the importance of awareness and preparedness, he said, "Bangladesh is geographically prone to disasters. We must act responsibly as citizens. The more prepared we are, the less damage we will face."

Additional Deputy Commissioner Bitan Kumar Mondal, Assistant Director of Fire Service and Civil Defense Md Masud Sardar, Khulna Metropolitan BNP President Advocate Shafiqul Alam Mona, BRAC District Coordinator Md Shafiqul Islam, World Vision Area Programme Manager Suravi Biswas, and JJS representative Abdul Baki also spoke at the event.

District Relief and Rehabilitation Officer Md Abdul Karim delivered the welcome speech.

Earlier, a colorful rally was brought out from Shaheed Park, parading through various city streets before concluding at the Khulna Collectorate premises. People from different walks of life joined the rally.

A demonstration on fire and earthquake safety measures was also held at the Collectorate ground.