Anjuman-e-Rahmania Mainia Maizbhandari organised a procession and rally in the capital marking the Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi on Monday.
The procession began from the Engineers Institution premises and passed through various important streets of the city, says a press release.
The colourful event was led by the president of Anjuman and chairman of the Bangladesh Supreme Party, Shah Sufi Maulana Syed Saifuddin Ahmad Al-Hasani, and saw the participation of a large number of people.
In his speech before the procession, Syed Saifuddin Ahmad Al-Hasani highlighted the message of peace, equality, and humanity brought by Prophet Muhammad (SAW). He stated that the essence of Islam is rooted in compassion and human values.
He issued a stern warning against extremism and condemned the desecration of Sufi shrines, urging those involved in such acts to refrain from their actions.
He further added that Islam does not permit forcing religion upon others and promotes respect for all faiths. He emphasised respecting the religious freedom of others is a core teaching of Islam.
Several special guests including Professor Dr Anisujjaman, vice-chancellor of Global University of Bangladesh, Ataur Rahman Miaji, Shahjada Sayed Mashuk Mainuddin Al Hasani, executive president of Mainia Youth Forum were present at the programme.