Pagla Masjid Donations Shatter Records, Surpass Tk 9 Cr

In an extraordinary display of public generosity, the historic Pagla Masjid in Kishoreganj has once again set a new benchmark, collecting a record-breaking sum of Tk 9 crore 17 lakh 80 thousand 687 from its donation boxes during a daylong counting session on Saturday.

This figure surpasses the previous record of Tk 8 crore 21 lakh 34 thousand 304, collected on November 30, 2024, making it the highest amount ever in the mosque's history.

The mammoth counting operation began at 7:00 AM and continued non-stop until 5:00 PM, involving around 401 volunteers and officials. "It took a coordinated effort of nearly 10 hours to complete the process," said Kishoreganj Deputy Commissioner Fouzia Khan, who also serves as President of the Pagla Masjid Committee.

Following the counting, the money was promptly deposited in the Kishoreganj branch of Rupali Bank. Meanwhile, the foreign currencies and an impressive collection of gold ornaments discovered in the donation boxes were secured in the district administration's treasury for safekeeping.

After a gap of four months and 12 days, the mosque’s 11 iron donation boxes were unlocked at around 7:00 AM on Saturday. What emerged was staggering: 28 sacks of cash, a large quantity of gold jewelry, and a significant amount of foreign currency, highlighting the enduring devotion of worshippers and well-wishers.

Nestled on the banks of the Narsunda River in the Harua area, the Pagla Masjid has long been a symbol of deep faith and community spirit. Mosque officials noted that the donation boxes are typically opened every three to four months, though this time the interval was slightly longer—only to yield another historic collection.

The counting process was meticulous and highly secured, involving teachers and students from Al Jamiyatul Imdadiya and the Pagla Masjid orphanage, bank officials, members of the mosque management committee, and law enforcement agencies.

Deputy Commissioner Fouzia Khan and Superintendent of Police Mohammad Hasan Chowdhury jointly supervised the opening and counting procedures, ensuring utmost transparency and security throughout the day.

Community leaders and mosque authorities expressed heartfelt gratitude to the devotees for their unwavering support. They emphasized that the funds will continue to support the mosque’s welfare activities, including its orphanage, madrasa, and aid programs for the underprivileged.

"This generosity is a testament to the people's faith and commitment to community welfare," said DC Fouzia Khan, calling the historic collection "a blessing for the district."