Government to Work for Welfare of All, Regardless of Party, Religion, or Creed: Prime Minister

From the report

Prime Minister Tareque Rahman has stated that establishing a welfare-oriented, safe, and humane Bangladesh for all citizens, irrespective of party, religion, or creed, is the current government’s commitment. He expressed hope that the country’s diverse society and way of life would be enriched by messages of goodwill and harmony.

He made these remarks in a message delivered on Friday (October 16) on the occasion of Sharadiya Durga Puja. In his message, the Prime Minister extended greetings to followers of Sanatan Dharma on Sharadiya Durga Puja, one of the main religious festivals of the Hindu community in Bangladesh and around the world.

In the message, Tareque Rahman said that according to Hinduism, Goddess Durga descends from heaven to earth for the well-being of the world. She works for the welfare of her devotees, destroys enemies, and nurtures creation. The significance of Sharadiya Durgotsav has gained a unique dimension through the destruction of evil forces and and the worship of truth and beauty.