Bashundhara Shuvosangho distributes food aid to 15 families in Shibganj

Bashundhara Shuvosangho, Shibganj upazila unit, has provided food aid to 15 disadvantaged Hindu families in Shibganj upazila of Chapainawabganj on the occasion of Durga Puja.

The food assistance, comprising rice, potatoes and sugar, was distributed at the Shri Shri Durga Temple in Chandpur of the upazila on Friday, 16 October.

The initiative aimed to share the joy of the festival with disadvantaged people living along the Mahananda River and strengthen communal harmony.

Haji Halim Raj, president of Bashundhara Shuvosangho, addressed the programme virtually as the chief guest. Tutul Mia, vice-president of the Shibganj upazila unit, chaired the event, while its general secretary, Masud Rana, moderated the programme.

Shri Badal Sarkar, a Hindu religious figure, attended as a special guest. Other members of the committee were also present.

In his speech, Haji Halim Raj said standing beside people regardless of religion or community was a fundamental lesson in humanity.

He said the initiative aimed to share the festive joy of Durga Puja with disadvantaged families, urging everyone to contribute to building a society based on harmony, empathy and mutual respect.

Shri Badal Sarkar said such humanitarian initiatives played an important role in spreading the joy of festivals among people from different backgrounds. He called for collective efforts to strengthen mutual cooperation and communal harmony.

Tutul Mia said the programme aimed to support disadvantaged people and uphold religious harmony. He added that the committee would try to continue similar humanitarian activities in the future.

Masud Rana said supporting disadvantaged people and sharing festive joy with them were among the organisation's key objectives. He said the Shibganj upazila unit would continue working to fulfil its humanitarian and social responsibilities.

The organisers said the food assistance programme reflected their commitment to public welfare, sharing festive joy and promoting communal harmony and goodwill in society.