President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today extended his heartfelt greetings and felicitations to the Hindu community in Bangladesh on the occasion of Janmashtami, to be celebrated tomorrow.<\/p>\n
In a message issued here today, the President urged all to draw lessons from the philosophy of Sri Krishna and work together to build a non-communal and united society.<\/p>\n
He called upon everyone, including members of the Hindu community, to come forward for the welfare of disadvantaged and distressed people.<\/p>\n
Terming Janmashtami, which marks the birth of Sri Krishna, one of the major religious festivals of the Hindu community, he said Sri Krishna was a benevolent figure, an able politician and a social reformer who appeared on earth as a symbol of truth, justice, humanity and welfare.<\/p>\n
The President said Sri Krishna’s philosophy and teachings are deeply rooted in Hindu society and culture and have inspired generations to be humane, benevolent and compassionate towards others.<\/p>\n
Noting that Bangladesh is a country of communal harmony, he said secularism and a sense of unity are among the strengths of the country’s society and culture.<\/p>\n
Referring to conflicts, violence and divisions in different parts of the world on religious grounds, the President called upon all to exercise patience and tolerance to overcome such crises.<\/p>\n
President Mirza Fakhrul expressed hope that Janmashtami would be celebrated with joy and festivity with the participation of people from all communities, further strengthening religious harmony and mutual goodwill.<\/p>\n
He wished the Janmashtami celebrations every success and hoped that people of all faiths would play a positive role in building a peaceful, humane and non-communal Bangladesh.<\/p>\n
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