Milestone College Principal Mohammad Ziaul Alam exchanged greetings with the college’s Hindu teachers, officers, and staff on October 15 to mark Sharadiya Durga Puja, the major religious festival of the Hindu community.
The event was held in the principal’s office, with Md. Masud Alam, vice principal (administration) of the college, also in attendance. Principal Mohammad Ziaul Alam extended his warm wishes to the Hindu members of the college community, wishing them happiness, peace, and prosperity on the occasion.
Speaking at the event, Ziaul Alam said Sharadiya Durga Puja represents awakening, joy, and renewed hope. He noted that the festival symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and conveys an enduring message of positivity and goodwill in Bengali culture.
He also emphasized the importance of maintaining communal harmony and mutual respect, describing Milestone College as an institution committed to fostering an inclusive environment grounded in harmony, friendship, and secular values.
“By upholding this longstanding tradition of harmony, which is an integral part of Bengali culture, we must work together to build a peaceful and prosperous Bangladesh,” he said.
The Hindu teachers, officers, and staff expressed their gratitude to Principal Mohammad Ziaul Alam and Vice Principal Md. Masud Alam for arranging the event. They also voiced hope that such initiatives would further strengthen the bonds of communal harmony and mutual understanding across the country.