Banani:Posts, Telecommunications and Information Technology Minister Faqir Mahbub Anam announced that the government is dedicated to guaranteeing equal rights and dignity for all citizens, irrespective of their religion or ethnicity.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Faqir Mahbub Anam, who also serves as Science and Technology Minister, made these comments while attending a "Sharadiya Greetings" event organized by the BTCL Universal Puja Celebration Council in Karail, Banani, on the occasion of Sharadiya Durga Puja. He conveyed well-wishes to the Hindu community on behalf of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, emphasizing the government's continued support and cooperation for their welfare.
During the event, the minister addressed various requests from the Puja organizers, promising to consider demands related to development, such as roads, safe drinking water, and housing. He assured that discussions with relevant authorities would be initiated to address these issues and highlighted the importance of cooperation from local residents to expedite development efforts.
The minister also extended wishes for good health, peace, and prosperity to all members of the Hindu community and requested their prayers for Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and his family. Sarees from the Prime Minister's Relief and Welfare Fund were distributed among the Sanatan community as part of the Durga Puja celebrations.
The event was presided over by BTCL Universal Puja Celebration Council President British Chandra Karmakar, with BTCL Managing Director Md Aslam Hossain as a special guest. The council's General Secretary Shyamal Chowdhury conducted the program, which was attended by officials, employees, and their families from BTCL and related organizations, as well as leaders of the Puja Celebration Council.