Dhaka, April 25 -- Youth members from several organisations on Saturday staged a march and formed a human chain in the capital, demanding increased allocation and greater opportunities for young people in the upcoming national budget for 2026.

The programme began in front of the National Press Club in the afternoon and ended in Agargaon, where the human chain was held. Around 50 youths participated.

The event was organised by Prochesta Foundation, Amrai Agami, and Youth Foundation of Bangladesh, with support from the Democratic Budget Movement and SAAPE.

During the programme, participants placed a six-point demand. These include increasing budgetary allocation for youth, introducing a "Youth Card" to support skills development and empl...