Daganbhuiyan:Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Abdul Awal Mintoo emphasized the importance of national unity over religious division during a recent event, stating that all citizens are fundamentally Bangladeshis.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Mintoo expressed that divisions based on religious identities among Hindus, Muslims, Buddhists, or Christians are not desirable. Instead, the minister highlighted the shared identity of being Bangladeshi as paramount.
Mintoo made these comments at a program held at the main Puja mandap in Das Para of Daganbhuiyan town. The event was moderated by Nimai Das with Priya Lal Das presiding. From Tuesday evening until midnight, the minister visited several puja mandaps in Daganbhuiyan municipal town and its eight unions, where he exchanged greetings with members of the Hindu community.
He noted that Durga Puja is being celebrated in a peaceful and festive manner, symbolizing the unity among people of different faiths. Mintoo further stated that both Hindus and Muslims come together during this festival. He mentioned that Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has directed all cabinet members to visit puja mandaps in their areas to support the Hindu community and ensure the celebrations proceed smoothly.
The minister also mentioned that the administration, along with leaders and activists of the BNP and its affiliated organizations, is working diligently to ensure peaceful Puja celebrations across the country. The program was attended by government officials, Hindu community leaders, and local BNP leaders, among others.