Ijtema ground is packed with devotees
Dhaka’s metro rail system has experienced an overflow of commuters during the weekend due to the arrival of pilgrims in Dhaka to participate in the Biswa Ijtema, the second largest congregation of Muslims after the Hajj. The authorities were forced to close the gates at Agargaon station 15 minutes ahead of schedule on Saturday. The […]
Biswa Ijtema (A gathering of muslims for special prayers and preaching) will begin from 13 January next year. This is usually held on the bank of the river Turag at Tongi. Due to increased devotees and lack of accommodation this time the Ijtema will be held in two phases three days each. Devotees come from […]
