POBNEWS24, Dhaka, Oct 14, 2024: Reiterating the secular and inclusive values of Bangladesh, the Hindu community of Bangladesh celebrated its biggest festival, Durga Puja, in a festive atmosphere. According to MoFa press statement issued here at Segunbagicha in Dhaka today (Monday).
On the occasion of Durga Puja, more than 32,000 pujamandapas are set up across Bangladesh, where Hindu women, men and children pay homage to the goddess.
This ten-day long festival ended yesterday evening with the dedication of idols in a cordial atmosphere across Bangladesh.
The Government congratulates all Hindus for celebrating Durga Puja in a festive atmosphere with full faith in all the steps taken by the Government ignoring any kind of provocation and propaganda.
In the wake of several untoward incidents across the country in the last week, the government immediately took strict action.
Law enforcement agencies and the civil administration have so far registered 11 cases and 17 people have already been arrested in connection with these incidents.
Communal harmony and peaceful co-existence is an eternal identity of Bangladesh state which unites all.
The Government of Bangladesh firmly believes that every person, regardless of his religion or belief, has the right to practice his religious rites without any hindrance.
The Government of Bangladesh considers it a duty to ensure the safety of all citizens, especially members of religious minorities, in Bangladesh.
The Interim Government is assuring the international community that the Government is committed to upholding the secular and inclusive identity of the people of Bangladesh.
