Tulip Armstrong :
A spirit of reflection and unity marked a special Ramadan Iftar and Dua Mahfil organized by the Shah Nawaz Group, bringing together community leaders, elected officials, and members of the broader public in New York during the holy month of Ramadan.
The event was held on Thursday, March 5, at Gulshan Terrace in New York, where attendees gathered to break their fast and take part in prayers for peace and prosperity. Organized by the well-known business organization Shah Nawaz Group, the evening provided an opportunity for members of the community to reflect on the spiritual significance of Ramadan while strengthening social and civic ties.
The program was hosted by Imam Muhammad Shahidullah, who guided the evening’s proceedings and welcomed guests from diverse professional and community backgrounds. Throughout the gathering, speakers briefly addressed attendees, highlighting the values of patience, generosity, and compassion that define the holy month.
Several prominent public officials were present at the event, reflecting the strong relationship between community organizations and civic leadership in New York City. Among those attending were Assemblywoman Jenifer Rajkumar, New York State Senator John Liu, and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr.
Community and civic representatives were also present, including Shamsul Haque, Mollah Sany, and Ataur Rahman Selim, President of the Bangladesh Society. The gathering further included diplomatic representation with the presence of Mr. Muhammad Mozammel Haque, Consul General of the Bangladesh Consulate in New York.
The evening’s spiritual highlight came with a special dua and munajat led by Abu Jafar Beg, Imam of the Jamaica Muslim Center, who offered prayers seeking peace, unity, and prosperity for the country, the community, and the global Muslim ummah.
Also present were respected religious figures including Pir of Sarsina Sharif Shah Muhammad Saifullah Siddiki and Imam Kazi Qaiyum, whose presence added to the spiritual atmosphere of the gathering.
Events such as this Ramadan Iftar demonstrate how community institutions and local leaders come together to celebrate shared values while strengthening bonds among residents of diverse backgrounds. By combining spiritual reflection with civic engagement, the gathering served as a reminder of the role faith and community cooperation play in fostering harmony across New York’s multicultural landscape.
As Ramadan continues, such gatherings help reinforce a spirit of unity, compassion, and mutual respect—values that resonate far beyond the dinner table and into the broader life of the community.
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