Jashore:State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Aninda Islam Amit visited multiple Puja mandaps across 14 unions in Jashore Sadar upazila, engaging with the Sanatan community and exchanging greetings on the occasion of Mahanavami.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the minister began his day by visiting the Kholadanga Kalitala Adivasi Temple in Arabpur Union, where he was welcomed by devotees through religious rituals. During his visits, Amit emphasized the importance of keeping religious sites, such as mosques and temples, free from political influence to prevent any exploitation that could lead to societal division or instability.
Amit also highlighted the equal rights of the Sanatan community and expressed that no one should be judged based on their religious or political identity. He reiterated the stance of his party, BNP, against religious divisions and mentioned various initiatives by the government to support people of all religions in the country.
The minister recalled the fundamental spirit of the 2024 mass uprising, which aimed to establish a non-discriminatory, humane, and democratic Bangladesh. He also addressed the issue of drug abuse, warning of strict punitive measures and calling for community cooperation in creating a safe and healthy society.
Throughout the day, Amit visited several other temples, including the Chandutia Sarbajanin Puja Temple in Deyara Union, the Dashpara area of Churamankati, Bijoynagar Kund para in Kashimpur, and the Bahadurpur Sarbajanin Durga Temple in Nawapara, where he continued to meet with devotees. Local representatives and political leaders accompanied him during these visits.