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BAGERHAT, July 23, 2026 (BSS) - Sewing machines, corrugated tin sheets and sports equipment were distributed among underprivileged families and local sports teams in Bagerhat today.

The distribution programme was held at the Bagerhat Sadar Upazila Parishad premises, with Bagerhat-2 lawmaker Sheikh Manjurul Haque Rahad attending as the chief guest.

The lawmaker handed over sewing machines to 26 women and corrugated tin sheets to 34 beneficiaries to support their livelihoods and housing needs.

He also distributed sports equipment among football teams from different areas of the upazila, including 50 footballs, 60 volleyballs and 13 cricket kits, aiming to encourage sporting activities among local youth.

Bagerhat Sadar Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) Atia Khatun chaired the programme. Among others, Upazila Family Planning Officer Dr. Pradeep Kumar Baksi, Upazila Social Service Officer Sohel Parvez, other government officials and beneficiaries were present.