2nd phase of Bishwa Ijtema begins

The second phase of Bishwa Ijtema, the second largest congregation of the Muslims, began early Friday (January 20) on the bank of the Turag River at Tongi, on the outskirts of the capital Dhaka.

The Ijtema began with ‘Aam Bayan’ (general sermons) by noted Islamic scholars after Fazr prayers and will end with Akheri Munajat (final prayers) on January 22.

The government has taken adequate security measures ahead of the 2nd phase of Bishwa Ijtema.

The security management of the Ijtema Maidan is being monitored through close circuit (CC) cameras, watch towers and rooftops while adequate number of police personnel and intelligence agencies in plain clothes are on duty in every Khitta along with specialized teams, according to law enforcement sources.

Many pilgrims from different countries of the world, including Bangladesh have already reached their respective 'Khittahs' in the Ijtema venue as the entire Ijtema Maidan is divided into 85 'Khittahs'

The vehicular movement has been restricted ahead of Akheri Munajat.

On the occasion of the Akheri Munajat of the 2nd phase of Biswa Ijtema, the metro rail will run non-stop from Uttara North Metrorail Station to Agargaon Metrorail Station from 8 am to 5 pm on January 22 to ensure smooth journey of passengers.