Sylhet district administration and social welfare department chalked out different programmes marking the day.
A colourful procession led by Deputy Commissioner (DC) Md. Shohidul Islam was brought out from Taltola and after parading the city roads ended at the Zila Parishad premises.
Later, a discussion meeting was held at the auditorium of Zila Parishad at noon. Deputy Commissioner Md. Shohidul Islam addressed the meeting as chief guest and Chief Excutive of Sylhet Zila Parishad was present as special guest. Deputy Director of Social Service Department Ebrahin Al Mamun Mullah presided over the ceremony.