Dhaka, Oct. 21 -- President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir on Wednesday called for the formation of a national committee to ensure equal civic rights and facilities for people of all religions in Bangladesh.

"Religion is personal, but the state belongs to all. Everyone has the right to security and justice," he said, stressing that Hindus, Muslims, Buddhists and Christians are all citizens of the country and are entitled to equal rights, dignity and religious freedom under the Constitution.

The President made the remarks while exchanging greetings with members of the Hindu community at Bangabhaban on the occasion of Sharadiya Durga Puja and Bijoya Dashami 2026. His wife Rahat Ara Begum was present.

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