The second phase of Biswa Ijtema, the second largest congregation of Muslims, will begin on the bank of the Turag River at Tongi tomorrow (Friday).

The Ijtema will begin with 'Aam Bayan' (general sermons) by noted Islamic scholars after Fazr prayers and will end with Akheri Munajat (final prayers) on January 22, reports BSS.

The security management of the Ijtema Maidan will be monitored through close circuit (CC) cameras, watch towers and rooftops while the adequate number of police personnel and intelligence agencies in plain clothes will be on duty in every Khitta along with specialized teams, according to law enforcement sources.

Tablighi Jamaat media coordinator Muhammad Sayem said that the devotees of Tabligh Jamaat from almost all Muslim countries of the world are expected to participate in the second phase.

He said that a Jamaat of 50 Muslims of Nizamuddin came to the Maidan on Wednesday.

Besides, the guests are coming from Pakistan-Jamaat and Nizamuddin-Jamaat as the 'Mashara' will be held at night in presence of them, he added.

The vehicular movement will be restricted ahead of Akheri Munajat.

On the occasion of the Akheri Munajat of the 2nd phase of Biswa Ijtema, the metro rail will run non-stop from Uttara North Metrorail Station to Agargaon Metrorail Station from 8 am to 5 pm on January 22 to ensure a smooth journey of passengers.

Bd-pratidin English/Golam Rosul