Ashura today

The holy Ashura will be observed in the country today to commemorate the martyrdom of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA).

On this day in the Hijri year of 61, Hazrat Imam, grandson of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh), along with his family members and 72 followers embraced martyrdom in the hands of soldiers of Yazid at Karbala desert for the supremacy of justice and righteousness.

The day is a public holiday.

Various religious organisations and political parties have chalked out elaborate programmes to observe the day.

Shia community members will bring out tazia processions in the city.

Meanwhile, President Abdul Hamid, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia yesterday issued separate messages on the occasion.

In his message, the president said holy Ashura is a significant as well as a day of mourning for the Muslim Ummah for establishing truth and justice.

"On this day, I wish unity, solidarity and continuous development of the Muslim Ummah along with establishment of a society based on justice and equality," he added.

The PM in her message said Ahsura is a very significant day in the history of mankind. She urged all to reflect the teachings of holy Ashura in establishing truth and justice in the national life.

Bangladesh Betar, Bangladesh Television and private TV channels will air special programmes, highlighting the significance of the day.