Home Affairs Minister Asaduzzaman Khan yesterday said Biswa Ijtema, one of the largest congregations of Muslims, would begin on January 8 and it will be held in two phases as in previous years.
“The first phase of the Ijtema will be held on January 8-10 while the second phase on January 15-17 on the bank of the Turag River in Tongi,” the minister said at a press briefing on security measures ahead of the Ijtema.
He said necessary security measures would be taken for successful holding of the Ijtema.
“We will also take necessary measures for the devotees who will come to Bangladesh from abroad so that they can attend the Ijtema safely,” the minister added.
“Bangladesh embassies in different countries will be asked to give the foreign devotees special visas.”
Watchtowers, check posts and security cameras will be installed at the venue, he added.
