An atmosphere of profound spiritual reflection enveloped the capital today as thousands of Muslims converged on the Baitul Mukarram National Mosque to observe the first Friday (Jumma ) prayers of the holy month of Ramadan.

From the early hours of the morning, worshippers from across the metropolitan area flocked to the national mosque, underscoring the deep religious significance of the first Friday of the fasting month.

The gathering was marked by an overwhelming sense of devotion, with the mosque’s main hall, its surrounding verandas, and the open courtyard reaching full capacity long before the call to prayer.

Many devotees arrived hours ahead of schedule to secure a place inside the main prayer hall. As the mosque reached its limit, the overflow of worshippers spilled into the adjacent streets and open spaces, standing shoulder to shoulder to participate in the congregational prayer.

The first Jumma of Ramadan is traditionally a time for Muslims to seek divine blessings and forgiveness while recommitting to the spiritual discipline of the month.

Throughout the service, the air remained filled with a sense of tranquility and communal togetherness, reflecting the core values of the holy month.

Following the sermon and prayer, special supplications were offered for the peace, prosperity, and well-being of the nation and the global Muslim community.

With Inputs from UNB