Islamic University Alumni Association organised an iftar mahfil in Dhaka on Wednesday.
"Ramadan teaches individuals to lead a balanced and moderate life," said Islamic University (IU) Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr Nakib Muhammad Nasrullah, while speaking at the event as the chief guest at the Institution of Diploma Engineers, Bangladesh.
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"Students and people from all walks of life can embrace the ideology of Ramadan to become true human beings and serve the nation," he added.
A pre-iftar discussion took place where several dignitaries spoke, including Professor Abul Kalam Patwary, Professor Nasir Uddin, Professor Abdul Karim, Islami Bank Deputy Managing Director Asadullah, and banker Zillur Rahman, among others.
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Nazmul Haque Sayedi, president of IUAA, presided over the function, while IUAA General Secretary Muhammad Abdul Hai moderated the event.