Chattogram:Social Welfare Minister Prof Dr. AZM Zahid Hossain today reaffirmed the government's commitment to ensuring the welfare of orphans and destitute people in society. He addressed this commitment during the concluding day of a two-day international Islamic conference and Dastarbandi (convocation) ceremony at Al-Jamiyatul Arabiyatul Islamia Jiri Madrasah in Patiya upazila, where he served as the chief guest.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Dr. Zahid emphasized the government's role in fulfilling this obligation through various initiatives, including the process to extend support to an additional 100,000 orphaned and destitute children. The government aims to expand the coverage of its existing welfare programs as part of these efforts.
Dr. Zahid also called upon affluent members of society to support disadvantaged children and needy people alongside the government. He highlighted the contributions of Qawmi madrasahs' graduates to the country's religious sphere and underscored the importance of madrasha education in promoting religious and moral values within society.
The event was presided over by Maulana Md. Khobaib, the principal director of the madrasa. Notable attendees included Patiya Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) Farhanur Rahman, Hefazat-e-Islam Amir Allama Muhibullah Babunagari, and other distinguished guests from various sectors. Thousands gathered on the madrasah premises, and following Jummah prayers, Allama Muhibullah Babunagari led the concluding supplication (Akhiri Munajat) for the welfare of the country and its people.