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MASTUL Foundation has proposed that the Government of Bangladesh formulate a comprehensive policy framework to enable Bangladeshi organizations to represent the country in humanitarian responses to crises anywhere in the world.

The call was made by the organization’s Founder and Executive Director, Kazi Reaz Rahman, during an event marking MASTUL Foundation’s 14th anniversary and the beginning of its 15th year, held at Hotel InterContinental Dhaka.

The event also highlighted MASTUL Foundation’s humanitarian initiatives in Bangladesh and abroad, including its international relief and assistance efforts in Türkiye, Palestine (Gaza), Sudan, and Nepal. Drawing on these experiences, the organization emphasized the need to expand opportunities for Bangladeshi institutions to contribute more actively to humanitarian initiatives on the global stage.

Speaking at the event, MASTUL Foundation’s Founder and Executive Director, Kazi Reaz Rahman, said:”Although Bangladesh is a small country in terms of geographical size, the hearts of its people are immense. We aspire to carry the red and green flag of Bangladesh to every humanitarian crisis across the world.

We are proposing to the Government of Bangladesh that a policy framework be developed through which organizations in the country can officially participate in humanitarian responses worldwide with government approval. Through this initiative, we want to take the red and green flag of Bangladesh to every corner of the world.”

The event was attended by Mr. Md. Shahiduddin Chowdhury Aney, MP, Honorable Minister for Water Resources, as the Chief Guest. Special Guests included Barrister Mir Mohammad Helal Uddin, State Minister for Land, and Mr. Habibur Rashid, State Minister for Railways. The keynote address was delivered by Barrister Nasir Uddin Ahmed Asim, an Advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh, Cabinet Secretary Nasimul Ghani and the event was chaired by M. A. Akmal Hossain Azad, Chief Executive Officer of MASTUL Foundation and former Senior Secretary.

Also present were the organization’s Director, Major General (Retd.) Kazi Iftekhar-ul-Alam; Chief Public Relations Officer and former Additional Inspector General of Bangladesh Police, Matiur Rahman, Additional Attorney General, Secretary along with distinguished personalities from various professions, senior government officials, well-wishers, and other stakeholders.

Special remarks and appreciation for MASTUL Foundation’s humanitarian initiatives were shared by Mr. Matiur Rahman, former Additional Inspector General of Bangladesh Police and Director and Chief Public Relations Officer of Mastul Foundation.

The Chief Guest, Mr. Md. Shahiduddin Chowdhury Aney, highlighted MASTUL Foundation’s contributions during national disasters, particularly its humanitarian response during flood emergencies.

Special Guest Barrister Mir Mohammad Helal Uddin, State Minister for Land, praised Mastul Foundation for its unwavering commitment to humanitarian work since its inception.

Special Guest Mr. Habibur Rashid, State Minister for Railways, described Mastul’s initiatives as a reflection of its commitment and responsibility towards the people of Bangladesh.

In his keynote address, Barrister Nasir Uddin Ahmed Asim highlighted Mastul’s humanitarian missions in Bangladesh and Palestine, as well as its relief and assistance initiatives in the international arena.

Nasimul Ghani, Cabinet Secretary, remarked that every project undertaken by Mastul Foundation is centered on serving humanity. He particularly highlighted the organization’s ‘Mastul Mehmankhana’ initiative, which provides free meals to thousands of people.

In his welcome address, MASTUL Foundation’s Director, Major General (Retd.) Kazi Iftekhar-ul-Alam, welcomed the distinguished guests and attendees. In his concluding remarks, M. A. Akmal Hossain Azad, Chief Executive Officer of MASTUL Foundation and former Senior Secretary, expressed his gratitude to all supporters and well-wishers. He reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to continuing its humanitarian work through collective efforts and hoped to expand its initiatives with continued support and patronage.

MASTUL Foundation began its journey in 2012 through the initiative of Kazi Riaz Rahman, starting with an effort to provide education to street-connected children. Over the past 14 years, its activities have expanded across multiple sectors, including food assistance, education, healthcare, employment generation, shelter, and disaster response.

Among its notable initiatives are emergency body recovery and burial services during the COVID-19 pandemic; relief distribution during the floods of 2022, 2024, and 2026; tree plantation programs; installation of tube wells; and reconstruction of mosques. Through its ‘MASTUL Mehmankhana’ initiative, the foundation distributes freshly cooked meals free of charge every day at 20 designated locations across Dhaka.

Under the ‘Zakat Swabolombi’ project, the organization supports underprivileged individuals in becoming financially self-reliant through sustainable livelihood opportunities. MASTUL Foundation also operates the ‘MASTUL Islamic Shelter Home’ in Hazaribagh, Dhaka, providing shelter and support for orphaned children and elderly people.

Speakers at the event appreciated MASTUL Foundation’s longstanding humanitarian contributions and expressed their hope that the organization would play an even greater role in education, employment generation, humanitarian assistance, and social development in the years ahead.

MASTUL Foundation is a registered, non-profit, non-political, voluntary humanitarian organization registered with the NGO Affairs Bureau under the Prime Minister’s Office and other relevant government authorities. Subject to applicable laws and conditions prescribed by the National Board of Revenue (NBR), donors contributing to the organization through donations, Zakat, and Sadaqah may be eligible for income tax rebate benefits. The organization places strong emphasis on financial transparency, accountability, and regular auditing in conducting its activities.

For detailed information about MASTUL Foundation’s activities, charitable initiatives, financial transparency, and audit reports, please visit its official website: www\.mastul.net