MP Azad visits 38 puja mandaps, calls for communal harmony

NARAYANGANJ, Oct 19: Marking the occasion of Durga Puja, Narayanganj-2 MP Nazrul Islam Azad visited 38 puja mandaps in Araihazar upazila on Sunday and exchanged greetings with members of the Hindu community.

During the visits, Azad stressed the importance of communal harmony and ensuring the security of the Hindu community during its largest religious festival.

Referring to Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s message, “Religion is for individuals, but Bangladesh belongs to everyone,” he said security had been strengthened at puja mandaps to prevent any untoward incidents during the celebrations.

“Even when we were not in power, we tried to ensure the highest possible security for you under the instructions of our party chairman, Tarique Rahman,” he said.

Azad also exchanged greetings with devotees and local leaders and enquired about the overall situation at the puja mandaps.