Thousands Brave Rain for Eid at Shat Gambuz Mosque

Despite early morning drizzle on Saturday, thousands of devout Muslims gathered at the historic Shat Gambuz Mosque in Bagerhat to perform the Eid al-Fitr prayers, demonstrating unwavering faith and devotion. The mosque, renowned for its architectural significance as a UNESCO World Heritage site, hosted the main Eid congregation at 7:30 am.

Worshippers began arriving as early as 6:00 am, gradually filling the mosque’s courtyard. By the time the prayer commenced, the central prayer hall was packed to capacity. Overflow arrangements on both sides of the mosque were quickly filled, reflecting the large turnout from across the district.

The first Eid congregation was led by Hafiz Maulana Md. Khalid, the Khatib of Khan Jahan (R) Mazar Mosque. The ceremony drew not only local residents but also notable figures, including Sheikh Monjurul Haque Rahad, Member of Parliament for Bagerhat-2, District Commissioner Golam Md. Baten, former district BNP president M. A. Salam, and various other government officials and political leaders.

Following the prayers, a special supplication (dua) was offered for the peace, prosperity, and well-being of the nation and the global Muslim community. Worshippers also prayed for their families and sought forgiveness for deceased relatives, emphasising both personal and communal devotion.

Reflecting on the event, MP Sheikh Monjurul Haque Rahad said, “This is my first Eid congregation as a parliamentarian. I urge everyone to work unitedly for the welfare of our country and community. Setting aside differences, we must join hands to build a prosperous and harmonious Bagerhat.”

The Eid prayers at Shat Gambuz Mosque serve as a powerful reminder of the enduring religious and cultural traditions in Bangladesh. Even inclement weather could not deter the faithful from honouring one of Islam’s most significant celebrations. The event highlighted both communal solidarity and the importance of heritage sites as centres of worship and cultural identity.

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The gathering at Shat Gambuz reflects how religious observance continues to unite communities across Bangladesh, even amid challenging weather conditions. The Eid prayers not only honoured spiritual obligations but also fostered a sense of communal identity and cultural pride in one of the country’s most historically significant mosques.