Chattogram City Corporation Mayor Distributes Clothes and Rice Ahead of Durga Puja

Reaffirming Chattogram’s legacy as a city of communal harmony, peace, and security, Chattogram City Corporation (CCC) Mayor Dr. Shahadat Hossain stated that ensuring a peaceful environment where people of all faiths can celebrate their respective religious festivals is a collective responsibility. He expressed confidence that with everyone’s cooperation, the upcoming Sharadiya Durga Puja will be celebrated in a safe, joyful, and festive atmosphere.

The Mayor made the remarks as the chief guest on Friday afternoon (October 16, 2026) during a distribution of clothing and rice among members of the Hindu community in the Dewan Bazar Kata Pahar area of the port city. The welfare distribution initiative was organized by former Joint Secretary of Chattogram Metropolitan BNP Abdul Mannan.

Addressing the gathering, Dr. Shahadat Hossain reiterated his commitment to transforming Chattogram into a “clean, green, healthy, safe, and smart” city in line with his inaugural pledges. He noted that over the past 16 months, the administration successfully maintained a peaceful environment free from communal discord or major clashes, enabling citizens of all religious backgrounds to coexist harmoniously. He added that the BNP government, under the guidance of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman, remains pledged to protecting citizens’ democratic rights and ensuring equal rights so that the Sanatan community can enjoy Durga Puja without anxiety.

The event was attended by former Joint Secretary of Chattogram Metropolitan BNP and President of Teribazar Merchant Association Alhajj Abdul Mannan, NAP Central Committee Organizational Secretary Mitul Das Gupta, Hindu Religious Welfare Trust Trustee Rajib Dhar Tamal, Kotwali Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Zahedul Kabir, Teribazar Merchant Association Advisor Alhajj Belayet Hossain, along with local leaders, community representatives, and Puja committee officials.