Proper implementation of SDGs at local levels stressed

Secretary of the Statistics and Informatics Division of the Ministry of Planning Aleya Akter has said successful implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) requires its proper implementation at local levels.

"The overall development of the country is possible if the goals can be effectively implemented in accordance with the regional needs and capabilities at each district, upazila and village levels," she said.

The secretary made the observation as the chief guest while addressing a seminar titled "Localization of SDGs" held at the conference room of the Rangpur Divisional Commissioner on Thursday.

Rangpur Divisional Commissioner Md. Shahidul Islam presided over the event.

The Rangpur Divisional Statistics Office organised the seminar participated by government officials and employees, NGO workers and local journalists.

Lecturer at Rangpur Begum Rokeya University Deepika Biswas delivered the keynote address.

On the occasion, Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics Director General Mohammad Md Mizanur Rahman, Rangpur Range DIG Md Aminul Islam and Metropolitan Police Commissioner Md. Majid Ali delivered speeches as special guests.

The chief guest said the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations are working as a collective framework for development for all of us.

"The coordinated efforts between local administration, public representatives, and civil society are crucial for successful implementation of SDGs at the local level. This collaboration ensures that the SDGs are not just national priorities, but also locally relevant and effectively translated into action at the grassroots.," she added.