Following the invitation of the spiritual head of the Sarsina Religious Centre, Mr. Shah Abu Naser Nesar Uddin Ahmad Hussain, the Ambassador of Algeria to Bangladesh, Dr. Abdelouahab Saidani, travelled on 1 December 2025 to Pirojpur, Swarupkathi, Barishal — located 200 km from Dhaka — to attend, as Guest of Honour, the 135th Annual Religious Conference (Mahfil) of Sarsina Darbar Sharif.
Addressing esteemed scholars, organizers, dignitaries, and the vast congregation of devotees, the Ambassador expressed his sincere gratitude for the warm reception and generous hospitality extended to him. He emphasized the longstanding cultural, spiritual, and fraternal bonds linking Algeria and Bangladesh, rooted in their shared Islamic heritage.
The Ambassador praised the institution’s unwavering commitment to Islamic education, social service, and Dawah work, noting that these contributions have had a profound impact on society over generations. He paid tribute to the gracious patronage and wise spiritual leadership of the eminent figure Shah Sufi Sayed Abu Nasr Nasruddin Ahmad Husain, as well as his illustrious predecessors, whose legacy continues to inspire millions.
He further highlighted the deep commonalities between the Islamic traditions of Algeria and Bangladesh, especially the shared values of charity, unity, collective dhikr, and spiritual discipline. These values, he stressed, are essential to perpetuating and strengthening peace, harmony, and brotherhood in the Muslim world.
The ceremony concluded with an affirmation of friendship and a renewed commitment to further strengthen the fraternal ties between the brotherly nations of Bangladesh and Algeria, grounded in mutual respect, shared faith, and enduring cultural affinity.
