Liberation War Advisor Faruk-e-Azam today spoke at the Joykali Bazar Kachikancha Puja Mandap and the Ramakrishna-Sarda Sevashram Puja Mandap in Anwara,Chattogram. Photo: BSS

CHATTOGRAM, Oct 1, 2025 (BSS) - Liberation War Advisor Faruk-e-Azam today said Bangladesh must advance on the path of development through communal harmony, free from all forms of caste, religious or social discrimination.

"We want to build a peaceful Bangladesh where future generations can flourish," he said.

The adviser made the remarks during a visit to the Joykali Bazar Kachikancha Puja Mandap and the Ramakrishna-Sarda Sevashram Puja Mandap in Sadar Union of Anwara upazila.

Faruk-e-Azam noted that Durga Puja has long been celebrated in Bengal as a festival that transcends religious boundaries, bringing together people of all faiths. 

While it is a major religious occasion for the Hindu community, it has become a unifying cultural festival for the nation, he added.

As this year's celebrations near conclusion, the Liberation War adviser expressed hope that the festival would end on a joyful manner.

Recalling the sacrifices made during the Liberation War, he said the spirit of unity and inclusivity must always remain a guiding principle for the nation. 

He urged all communities to uphold traditions of religious harmony to strengthen peace and progress in society.

Following the visit, Faruk-e-Azam conveyed greetings to the Hindu devotees and called for nurturing practices that inspire unity and brotherhood.

Hindu Religious Welfare Trust Trustee Deepak Kumar Palit; Additional Deputy Commissioner (Education and ICT) Md Saiduzzaman; District Police Superintendent Md Saiful Islam Santu; Bangladesh Puja Udjapan Parishad Central Committee Joint General Secretary Shyamal Palit; Anwara Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) Tahmina Akhter; Upazila Project Implementation Officer Uma Khan Kafi; Anwara Puja Udjapan Parishad President Sagar Mitra and General Secretary Pradeep Dhar were present.