Rabiul: Govt Committed to Religious Harmony, Equal Rights for All

Road Transport and Bridges, Railways and Shipping Minister Shaikh

Rabiul Alam has said the government wants to build a united Bangladesh where people of all

religions enjoy equal rights and dignity.

"Religion is a personal matter, but the state belongs to everyone. Religious freedom and rights

are fundamental rights of every citizen," he said.

The minister made the remarks today while visiting eight Durga Puja mandaps in the Dhaka-10

constituency and exchanging greetings with members of the Sanatan community on the occasion of

Sharadiya Durga Puja.

He said the government had taken necessary security measures to ensure peaceful and joyful

celebrations in cooperation with relevant authorities.

Rabiul Alam urged people to inform him if they face any problems or experience violations of their

civil rights, stressing that protecting their rights was his responsibility.

Regarding development in Dhaka-10, he said initiatives were underway to identify and address local

problems and infrastructure limitations.

He expressed optimism that development activities will become more visible in the coming days.

The minister reaffirmed the government's commitment to ensuring the security, equal rights and

dignity of people of all religions.

He called on everyone to work together for family, social and national development while

maintaining communal harmony and peaceful coexistence.