Feb 19 (V7N) — A thanksgiving prayer, Khatme Quran and special doa mahfil were held in Jhalokati in honor of newly elected MP Rafiqul Islam Jamal from the Jhalokati-1 constituency and for seeking forgiveness for the soul of former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia.

The religious program took place on Wednesday afternoon at the premises of Nurul Islamia Deeniya Hafeez Madrasa, attended by local religious devotees, political leaders, activists and residents.

Organizing sources said special prayers were offered expressing gratitude to Almighty Allah for Rafiqul Islam Jamal’s election in the 13th National Parliament polls and for the welfare of the country and the nation. Alongside the thanksgiving prayers, recitation of the Holy Quran and a doa mahfil were arranged for the eternal peace and forgiveness of the late Khaleda Zia.

The program was organized by Upazila Jubo Dal Joint Convener Abu Sayem Akon, who said the event was held with the participation of party leaders, activists, orphans and members of the general public, reflecting a collective spiritual gathering.

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