Mohammad Masud Majumdar:
A special seminar has been organized by the Ministry of Social Welfare, Government of Bangladesh, to raise awareness about the importance of Zakat from an Islamic perspective and how it can be used for the welfare of the poor and helpless people of the society. Eminent personalities, policy makers, social workers, researchers and religious experts were present at the event organized at the Social Service Auditorium Hall in Dhaka on March 11.
The seminar titled “Zakat, Donation Collection Program and Islam, Importance and Significance of Zakat for the Welfare of the Poor and Helpless Patients” presented an important discussion on the role and potential of Islamic economics for the welfare of the underprivileged people of the society.
Honorable Advisor to the Ministry of Religious Affairs Dr. A. F. M. Khalid Hossain was present as the chief guest at the event. Secretary of the Ministry of Social Welfare Dr. Md. Mohiuddin was present as the special guest.
The event was presided over by Director General of the Department of Social Welfare, Md. Saidur Rahman Khan.
Initiatives to alleviate poverty through Zakat and donations.
Speakers at the seminar discussed the significance and practical application of Zakat.
Chief guest Dr. A.F.M. Khalid Hossain said, “Zakat is one of the most important pillars of Islam. It is not only a religious duty, but also an effective way to maintain social justice and economic balance. Poverty alleviation is possible if Zakat is distributed properly.
Special guest Dr. Md. Mohiuddin said, “The government has already taken effective measures to collect and distribute Zakat. We want the wealthy class of society to come forward more and Zakat should be used for the treatment and improvement of the quality of life of the poor and helpless patients.
President, Md. Saidur Rahman Khan said, “The Ministry of Social Welfare has taken the initiative to formulate policies for the development of Zakat management at various charitable institutions and individual levels.
Call for proper use of Zakat
The speakers at the seminar said that if Zakat is distributed according to the instructions of Islam, the quality of life of the poor, orphans and helpless people will improve. Experts also emphasized the need to launch a digital platform to ensure transparency and efficiency of Zakat management.
The discussants also proposed the formation of a central fund for Zakat management, through which Zakat donors can directly donate to them and beneficiaries can easily receive assistance.
Initiatives of the Ministry of Social Welfare
The Department of Social Welfare informed that the government is already working to ensure proper use of Zakat under various social security programs.
Representatives of various religious, social and charitable organizations of the country were present at the event. They expressed confidence in the government’s Zakat management and called for active participation in Zakat, donations and grant programs.
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