Religious Affairs Adviser Dr AFM Khalid Hossain today inaugurated the "Zakat and Donation Collection" in the city. Photo: Department of Social Service

DHAKA, March 10, 2025 (BSS)- Religious Affairs Adviser Dr AFM Khalid Hossain today inaugurated the "Zakat and Donation Collection" programme in the auditorium of Department of Social Service at Agargaon in the city to support destitute and helpless patients. 

The two-day programme, organized by the Department of Social Services the Social Welfare Ministry, will continue tomorrow. 

Interested individuals and institutions can donate Zakat at any hospital in the capital. 

Speaking as the chief guest, Adviser Khalid Hossain said, "By giving Zakat, we can easily earn the satisfaction of Allah. However, in our society, Zakat is often not given properly. Many people do not give Zakat proportionate to their wealth, which is wrong. We must follow the principles of Islam when giving Zakat. Wealth does not decrease by giving Zakat; rather, it brings prosperity." 

A total of 37 Zakat collection stalls from different hospitals of the capital participated in the event. After the inauguration ceremony, the Religious Affairs Adviser visited all the stalls. 

Later, a seminar titled 'The Importance and Significance of Zakat in Islam for the Welfare of Destitute and Helpless Patients' was held.

The Assistant Director of the Department of Social Services, Lamiya Yasmin, delivered the welcome speech. 

Director General (DG) of the Department of Social Services Md. Saidur Rahman Khan presided over the event, while Secretary of the Social Welfare Ministry Dr. Md. Mohiuddin was present as the special guest.

Saidur Rahman Khan handed over a Zakat check to the adviser.