Desk Report:
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman has expressed his firm resolve to build a beautiful, prosperous, and harmonious Bangladesh, inclusive of people from all religious backgrounds—Muslims, Hindus, Buddhists, and Christians.
On Tuesday morning, while en route to visit a puja mandap (worship pavilion) for the Mahanabami celebrations during the Sharadiya Durgotsab (Durga Puja), he addressed a large crowd gathered along both sides of the road at Paglapir.
The Prime Minister stated, “Bangladesh belongs to all of us. We must work together to build a beautiful nation. Let this be our shared aspiration.”
Noting that the people of the country entrusted the BNP with the responsibility of governance following the February 12th election, Tarique Rahman emphasized that since taking office, the government has consistently strived to support the working people.
Highlighting various public welfare initiatives, the Prime Minister mentioned that agricultural loans of up to 10,000 Taka have been waived for farmers. He also noted the introduction of ‘Family Cards’ and plans to launch ‘Farmer Cards.’
Furthermore, he shared that the government has arranged for monthly allowances for religious leaders across various faiths, including Imams and Muezzins. The Prime Minister reiterated that the government is committed to standing by people from all walks of life.
His remarks underscored a vision for advancing the nation through religious harmony, mutual respect, and collective effort—reflecting a pledge to build a prosperous Bangladesh with the participation of all its citizens, regardless of their religion.
Accompanying the Prime Minister were several prominent figures, including BNP Standing Committee member Gayeshwar Chandra Roy; Minister for Women and Children Affairs Professor Dr. A.Z.M. Zahid Hossain; BNP Acting Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi; Minister for Cultural Affairs Nitai Roy Chowdhury; State Minister for Local Government, Rural Development and Cooperatives Mir Shahe Alam; Prime Ministerial Advisor Rehan Asif Asad; Special Assistant Bijon Kanti Sarkar; and BNP Special Secretary Belayet Hossain Mridha, among others.
