National Programme of Action 2026-2030 on the cards to eliminate child labourDHAKA, Jan 12, 2026 (BSS) - The government is formulating the National Programme of Action (NPA) 2026-2030 to eliminate child labour from the country by 2030. The National Programme of Action for the Elimination of Child Labour 2021-2025 is being reviewed and a new National Programme of Action is being formulated for the period 2026-2030, said an official document prepared by Ministry of Labour and Employment. Meanwhile, Bangladesh implemented the NPA 2021-2025 aiming to eliminate worst forms of child labour by 2025. In the last one year, 3,453 children have been withdrawn from child labour and 16 cases were filed in this regard. A total 11,691 special inspections, 608 motivational meetings and 60 trainings were organised to eliminate child labour, while 347 child daycare centres have been established for female workers at garments and other factories.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha January 12, 2026 19:29 UTC