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KHULNA, Jan 4, 2026 (BSS) - A 10-day Entrepreneurs' Fair organised by the Bangladesh Small and Cottage Industries Corporation (BSCIC) began today at the BSCIC premises in the city's Shibbari area.

Additional Divisional Commissioner (Education and ICT) of Khulna Mohammad Nazmul Haque inaugurated the fair as the chief guest.

Speaking at the inaugural ceremony, Nazmul Haque said the fair is distinct as it focuses on entrepreneurs, with a majority of participants being women involved in small and cottage handicrafts. Through small-scale initiatives, women are achieving financial independence while making a significant contribution to the national economy, he added.

He said the fair offers small entrepreneurs opportunities to promote and brand their products and helps build direct links between buyers and sellers.

Md Ariful Islam, Deputy Director of the Local Government Department under the district administration, chaired the programme. Deputy Police Commissioner of Khulna Metropolitan Police Abdullah Al-Masum and BSCIC Regional Director Badal Chandra Halder attended as special guests.

Tahera Nasrin, Manager of the BSCIC Regional Office, delivered the welcome address, while Golam Saklain, Deputy General Manager of the BSCIC District Office, offered greetings.

Organised by the BSCIC Khulna District Office with support from the district administration, the fair features 40 stalls and will remain open daily from 9 am to 9 pm. 

After the inauguration, the chief guest and other dignitaries visited various stalls at the fair.