Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen has called for building a beautiful Bangladesh by defeating all unjust and evil forces and maintaining communal harmony and stability.
He made the call while addressing as the chief guest at the launch of Dr Arupratan Chowdhury's music video “Elo Ma Durga” at Begum Sufia Kamal Auditorium of the National Museum at Shahbagh in the capital on Saturday, according to a press release.
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"If peace and stability are maintained, we will definitely succeed in our progress on the highway of development," said the minister.
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He said adequate initiatives have been taken under the direction of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina so that the Hindu community can celebrate the Durga Puja festival without any hindrance. As a result, the number of places of worship is increasing every year, said the release.
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Speaking on the occasion, Dr Arup Ratan Chowdhury said, "Durga Puja is a gathering of people of all communities. Durga Puja will be beneficial if the joy of puja is spread among everyone.