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Last night, the National Moon Sighting Committee announced that the new crescent moon was sighted in the Bangladesh sky.

This means that Shab-e-Qadr, the night of divine blessing and benediction, will be observed in the country on the night of March 27, the committee also announced.

The government has already set Ramadan office hours from 9:00am to 3:30pm for all government, semi-government, autonomous, and semi-autonomous organisations. There will be a break from 1:15pm to 1:30pm for Zohr prayers.

CA GREETS NATION

Chief Adviser Dr Muhammad Yunus greeted the people of the country and all Muslims across the world on the eve of Ramadan.

“On the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan, I extend my heartfelt greetings to the people of the country and the Muslim Ummah,” he said in a message.

Stating that the soul is purified through self-restraint during this holy month of fasting and restraint, the chief adviser said, “It is a wonderful opportunity to earn the blessings, closeness, and forgiveness of Almighty Allah.”

Dr Yunus mentioned that fasting plays a unique role in fostering mutual sympathy, harmony and brotherhood between the rich and the poor.

Inspired by the teachings of Ramadan, he urged all to avoid indulgence, jealousy, hatred, disorder and conflict and to protect the sanctity of Ramadan by practicing self-control, patience, and restraint in all aspects of life.

In addition to fasting, Dr Yunus encouraged all to recite the Quran and engage in prayers and worship throughout the month.

“May Almighty Allah grant us the strength to implement the teachings of Ramadan in our national life,” he added.

Similarly, different political parties also greeted the nation on the eve of Ramadan.