The Australia Bangladesh Journalists Association (ABJA), the largest and most organised professional platform for Bangladeshi writers and journalists in Australia, hosted a dignified Iftar and Doa Mahfil in Sydney to observe the holy month of Ramadan. The event highlighted unity, spiritual reflection and the shared cultural values of the Bangladeshi diaspora.
Held on Friday evening at Nawab, a Bangladeshi restaurant in Sydney’s Minto area, the programme began with a recitation from the Holy Qur’an by Maulana Mufti Safat Anwar, Principal of Darul Nasihah Australia.
The gathering brought together prominent members of the Bangladeshi community in Australia including freedom fighters, politicians, academics, lawyers, scientists, social workers and senior journalists creating a warm atmosphere of fraternity and mutual respect.
ABJA president Mohammad Abdul Matin presided over the event, with Dr Ratan Kundu conducting the programme and general secretary Faisal Ahmed overseeing overall coordination. Several organisers played active roles, including Haji Mohammad Delwar Hossain, Belal Hossain Dhali, Mostafizur Rahman Monju, Dr Arif Hossain, Jahangir Alam, Mohammad Rezaul Karim, Suhrid Sohan Haque, SM Didar Hossain, Ataur Rahman, Sanjoy Tabu, Mohammad Ziaul Kabir Jihan, Dilara Jahan, Asif Iqbal and Shariful Islam Swapan.
In his address, Mufti Safat Anwar highlighted the spiritual essence of Ramadan self‑purification, restraint, compassion and moral responsibility. He emphasised that Ramadan elevates human character, purifies the soul and strengthens the values of justice, kindness and empathy within society.
The event stood as a meaningful reminder of the cultural and spiritual bonds that connect the Bangladeshi community abroad, reinforcing unity and shared purpose during the holy month.
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