Lailatul Qadr being observed
Dhaka: Muslims across the country are observing the holy Lailatul Qadr tonight (Thursday night) with due religious fervour and solemnity.
The holy Quran was revealed to greatest Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) on this night to show mankind the path of worldly and eternal emancipation.
According to the holy Quran, the night is superior to one thousand nights.
Devotees will pass the night offering special prayers, reciting from the holy Quran and holding milad mahfil and zikr.
In their prayers, they will seek divine blessings for themselves, country and Muslim Ummah.
Bangladesh Television, Bangladesh Betar and private TV channels and radio stations are airing special programmes while newspapers published special supplements highlighting the significance of the night.