Bangladesh Army Chief Ensures Safety for Durga Puja
In Dhaka, Bangladesh, General Waqar-uz-Zaman, the Chief of the Bangladesh Army, has assured the Hindu community of their safety during the upcoming Durga Puja celebrations. This assurance was given during his visit to the Dhakeshwari Temple, where he reviewed security measures.
General Waqar-uz-Zaman extended his greetings to all Hindus for Durga Puja, the largest religious festival for Bangladeshi Hindus. He held discussions with key stakeholders, including the Metropolitan Puja Committee and the President of the Bangladesh Puja Celebration Parishad.
He stated, “According to the instructions of the interim government, the Bangladesh Army has taken appropriate measures to ensure the safety of all during the celebration of the Durga Puja, the festival of Hindus, by keeping the law and order situation under control.” The army is deployed across districts to secure places of worship.
The Army Chief expressed hope that Hindus in Bangladesh would celebrate Sharidiya Durgotsav with enthusiasm. Durga Puja will be celebrated from October 9 to 13 in 32,666 pavilions across Bangladesh.
Recently, the Bangladesh Combined Minority Alliance held a protest rally expressing concerns about the safety and security of Hindus.
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Bangladesh Army Chief -: The Bangladesh Army Chief is the highest-ranking officer in the Bangladesh Army, responsible for overseeing the army’s operations and ensuring the country’s security.
General Waqar-uz-Zaman -: General Waqar-uz-Zaman is the current head of the Bangladesh Army, leading the army’s efforts to maintain peace and security in Bangladesh.
Durga Puja -: Durga Puja is a major Hindu festival celebrated in honor of the goddess Durga. It involves worship, music, dance, and cultural performances, and is especially popular in West Bengal and Bangladesh.
Dhakeshwari Temple -: Dhakeshwari Temple is a famous Hindu temple in Dhaka, Bangladesh. It is an important religious site for Hindus and a key location for Durga Puja celebrations.
Bangladesh Combined Minority Alliance -: The Bangladesh Combined Minority Alliance is a group that represents the interests and concerns of minority communities in Bangladesh, including Hindus, Christians, and others.
Pavilions -: In the context of Durga Puja, pavilions are temporary structures or tents set up for worship and celebrations. They are decorated and used for various religious and cultural activities during the festival.
