Chattogram:Chattogram City Corporation (CCC) Administrator Dr. Shahadat Hossain has announced his dedication to transforming Chattogram into a safe, beautiful, and harmonious city for people of all religions and backgrounds.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Dr. Shahadat emphasized the city's religious and cultural diversity as one of its greatest strengths. He envisions a "Rainbow City," where individuals of all faiths and beliefs coexist peacefully, enjoying equal civic rights and dignity.
Dr. Shahadat shared these remarks as the chief guest at the 16th Kathina Chivara Dana festival, a ceremonial event involving the offering of robes to monks, organized by Chattogram Maitri Bon Vihar at the BEPZA School and College grounds in the CEPZ area. He underscored the goal of creating a humane city free from religious discrimination, where everyone feels secure.
Highlighting the significance of the Kathina Chivara Dana, Dr. Shahadat described it as a sacred observance for the Buddhist community, embodying values like generosity, sacrifice, self-restraint, and concern for human welfare. He expressed hope that such events would further strengthen harmony and mutual respect among people.
The event was attended by Prajnalankar Mahasthabir, Principal of Rajban Vihar, Sourajagat Mahasthabir, a senior resident monk, Vijnanananda Mahasthabir, Principal of Shahadat Maitri Bon Vihar, and other members of the monastic community from various Vihars.