Dhaka: Religious Affairs Minister Kazi Shah Mofazzal Houssain (Kaikobad) on Wednesday urged Hajj team members to remain careful and not do anything that could harm the government's image. He made the remarks while addressing a training programme for Hajj team members at the Hajj camp in the capital's Ashkona.
According to United News of Bangladesh, the minister called on all team members to act responsibly and protect the country's reputation, as mentioned in a statement from the ministry. Addressing the participants, he emphasized that serving pilgrims is both an honour and a responsibility. He stressed that their primary duty is to serve the pilgrims and warned that negligence would not be tolerated.
The minister stated, 'There will be no forgiveness for mistreatment of pilgrims,' highlighting the importance of giving full attention to the welfare of the 'guests of Allah.' He also noted that those who perform well and earn the satisfaction of pilgrims may be given the opportunity to serve again next year, while those who fail to provide proper service could be sent back from Makkah.
Among others, MPs Mohammad Shamim Kaiser and SM Jahangir Hossain, Dhaka North City Corporation Administrator Md Shafiqul Islam Khan, and Hajj Division Additional Secretary Dr Md Ayatul Islam spoke at the programme. The training session was chaired by Religious Affairs Secretary Munshi Alauddin Al Azad.