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Vol. 5 Num 1013 Sat. April 07, 2007  
   
Culture


Painting competition to commemorate World Health Day
Social Marketing Company (SMC) organised a children's painting contest recently at Shishu academy, according to a press release. The event was held on the occasion of World Health Day (today, April 7). The event was a colourful occasion with hundreds of young ones participating and was sponsored by Orsaline-N and Orsaline Fruity, SMC' s flagship brands.

The contest was held to generate awareness on the threats of health hazards among the young. Cultural personality Sara Zaker attended the event. Each participant received a certificate. From hundreds of entries, the judges -- Tarun Ghosh, Kanakchanpa Chakma and Naima Haque -- selected 12 best works. The winners will be awarded later at a reception.

SMC's managing director, Perveen Rashid; head of marketing, Mahbubur Rahman were also present at the occasion.

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Youngsters participate in the competition