Muslims across Bangladesh will observe the holy Lailatul Qadr on Tuesday night with due religious fervour and solemnity.
The holy Quran was revealed to Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) on this night to show mankind the path of worldly and eternal emancipation.
According to the Quran, the night is superior to one thousand nights.
Devotees will pass the night offering special prayers, reciting from the Quran and holding milad mahfils and zikr, seeking divine blessings for themselves, their loved ones, the country and the Muslim Ummah.
Bangladesh Television, Bangladesh Betar and private TV channels and radio stations will air special programs highlighting the significance of the night, while newspapers will publish special supplements.
Meanwhile, President Md Abdul Hamid and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina greeted the people and the Muslim Ummah on the occasion.
In separate messages, they prayed for continued peace, progress and prosperity of the country and the Muslim Ummah.
