DHAKA, Jan 2, 2026 (BSS) - Following the declaration of three days of state mourning over the death of former Prime Minister Begum Khaleda Zia, National Social Services Day 2026 will be observed tomorrow (Jan 3) with due dignity through various programmes across the country instead of January 2.

According to a press release issued today from the Department of Social Services headquarters at Agargaon, the decision to reschedule the observance was taken out of respect for the state mourning. 

The theme of this year's day has been set as " Prozukti O Momotai, Kolyan O Somotay; Astha Aaj Somajsebai." (Trust in Social Services through Technology and Compassion, Welfare and Equity.)

Under the management of the Ministry of Social Welfare, the main programme will begin at 9.30 am at the Madhumati Auditorium of the Department of Social Services with the hoisting of the national flag.

Social Welfare Adviser Sharmeen S Murshid will attend the programme as the chief guest, while Secretary of the ministry Dr Mohammad Abu Yousuf will be present as special guest. 

Director General of the Department of Social Services Md Saidur Rahman Khan will preside over the event.

Two special sessions have been included in this year's observance. The first session, titled "Self-Exploration," will focus on the depth of service-oriented work and humanitarian values. 

The second session, titled "Caring Society: Dialogue between Youth and Elders," will be held at 2.30 pm, aiming to build a bridge between the younger generation and experienced seniors and to exchange views on social responsibility.