Jumbangla Desk: Religious Advisor AFM Khalid Hossain said, 'We will hold elections in a very short time. We will make arrangements so that the people can vote for the candidate of their choice. So far the culture of voting has disappeared from our society. We will update the voter list, organize the Election Commission and give a fair and free election.'

Religious Advisor AFM Khalid Hossain

He said this while speaking as the chief guest at a function of the Buddhist Association at a convention center in Chittagong city on Monday (October 14).

The highest religious guru of Bangladeshi Buddhists, the thirteenth Sangharaj awarded with Ekushe Padak. Gnanashree Mahasthavir's 100th birthday is on Monday (October 14). On this occasion, the Bangladesh Buddhist Association organized Ashtapariskar Sanghadan discussion meeting.

AFM Khalid Hossain said, 'People will elect their preferred candidate by voting.

We will depart by handing over power to those who will be elected by the people's verdict.'
He said, 'We have not come to rule. I have come to open the way for those who will rule in the future. We want your cooperation, please strengthen our hands.

We are always by your side.
Calling for fearless observance of religious festivals, the religious advisor also said that some miscreants want to destroy the religious harmony of Bangladesh . They have no religion and their numbers are insignificant. They are lurking in us. Always be vocal against them.

He said, if you are in any way apprehensive, then DC SP will stand by you with striking force. You are not alone, you are citizens of this country. You have every right. You will stand tall. You will celebrate your religious ceremonies.'

Regarding not being able to go on a pilgrimage to Gaya in India due to not getting a visa, the religious advisor said that not giving a visa is a matter of India's policy. However, I will request the High Commissioner of India to at least arrange a special visa for those Buddhists who want to go on pilgrimage to India.

Prof. Dr. Ekushey Medalist spoke at the event. Sukomal Barua, President of Bangladesh Buddhist Association Ajit Ranjan Barua, Senior Vice Chairman Lion Adarsh ​​Barua and others.