BAGERHAT, June 25, 2026 (BSS) - A total of 1,86,194 children in the district will be administered Vitamin 'A' capsules under the National Vitamin 'A' Plus Campaign 2026.

The information was disclosed today during a press conference held at the Civil Surgeon's conference room. 

Additional Deputy Commissioner (General) Mezbah Uddin attended the briefing as the chief guest, while Bagerhat Civil Surgeon Dr Mahabubul Alam delivered the welcome address.

The Civil Surgeon stated that the day-long campaign will be conducted on June 28 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. 

A total of 1,86,194 children aged six to 59 months will receive the capsules across 1,858 centers in nine upazilas and three municipalities of the district, he added.

Speaking on the occasion, Mezbah Uddin said Vitamin 'A' plays a crucial role in improving children's eyesight, boosting immunity, and ensuring normal growth. Deficiency in Vitamin 'A' increases the risk of night blindness, malnutrition, diarrhea, anemia, and various infectious diseases.

He termed the National Vitamin 'A' Plus Campaign as one of the government's milestone initiatives for child healthcare and urged parents to bring their children to the designated centers. 

Among others, Additional Civil Surgeon Dr Habibur Rahman, Deputy Director of the Family Planning Department Rashedul Bashir Khan also spoke at the event.