Narayanganj:LGRD and Cooperatives Minister Dr. Abdul Moyeen Khan emphasized the importance of religious harmony and the tradition of peaceful coexistence among people of all faiths during the Durga Puja celebrations.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the minister made these remarks while visiting a Durga Puja mandap organized by the Amlapara Sarbojanin Puja Committee. He highlighted the true teachings of Durga Puja, which include establishing truth, standing against injustice, and supporting oppressed individuals.
Moyeen Khan noted the ongoing global conflict between truth and falsehood, and justice and injustice. He urged that the lessons of Durga Puja, symbolized by Goddess Durga's victory over the demon, should be upheld by society to promote justice and truth.
The minister also praised Narayanganj's history of communal harmony, encouraging people of different faiths in the region to continue working together to preserve this tradition. He mentioned the historical significance of the jute industry in Narayanganj and stressed the need to maintain peace and harmony while preserving the region's heritage.
The event was attended by Narayanganj City Corporation Administrator Advocate Md. Sakhawat Hossain Khan, Narayanganj-5 constituency lawmaker Abul Kalam, and local leaders and members of the Puja celebration committee.