Book on the history of the Islamic movement in the subcontinent unveiled in Chattogram
A book titled “Islamic Movement in the Subcontinent: History and Heritage”, written by Professor Maulana Liaqat Akhtar Siddiqui, has been unveiled in Chattogram. The book was published with the aim of presenting the history, heritage, struggle and contribution of the Islamic movement in the subcontinent to the new generation.
The unveiling ceremony was held on Friday morning (13 November) at the Dewanbazar Islamic Academy Complex in Chattogram. Prominent Islamic thinker and political figure Muhammad Nazrul Islam chaired the event, while Member of Parliament Alhaj Shahjahan Chowdhury attended as chief guest.
Dr Abu Bakar Rafiq Ahmad, former pro-vice chancellor of International Islamic University Chittagong and a noted educationist, attended as special guest.
Also present were Chattogram city Jamaat assistant secretary Muhammad Ullah, organising secretary SM Lutfar Rahman, Misbahus Salehin Siddiqui, Maulana Ahmadur Rahman Nadvi, Shafiul Alam Sobhani, Dr Muhammad Mahim Uddin, educationist Principal Muhammad Nurunnabi, Hamed Hasan Elahi and Qaisarul Amin, Muhammad Aminur Rahman, and former student leader Saifuddin Khaled, among other distinguished guests.
In his speech, chief guest Alhaj Shahjahan Chowdhury said history plays an immense role in building a nation’s self-identity and ideological foundation. Research-based books like this will play an important role in presenting the history of the subcontinent’s Islamic movement to the new generation, he said, wishing the book wide circulation and popularity among readers.
Chair Muhammad Nazrul Islam said the history of the Islamic movement in the subcontinent is extremely rich and significant. The history of the spread of Islam in this region, the efforts to establish the faith, and the sacrifices and struggles must be preserved for future generations. Through correct knowledge of history and heritage, the new generation can become aware of its ideological position, duties and responsibilities. He praised Professor Maulana Liaqat Akhtar Siddiqui’s initiative in compiling this important history through his research and writing.
Special guest Dr Abu Bakar Rafiq Ahmad said the study of history is not only about knowing the past; it is also a means of enriching the present by learning from past experience and taking direction for the future. A book on the history of the subcontinent’s Islamic movement will be helpful for readers and researchers, he said.
Speakers at the event praised the author’s research and literary work. They expressed hope that the book will enrich readers’ knowledge and understanding of the history, heritage and thought of the Islamic movement in the subcontinent.
