Moulvibazar District Council-UK (MDC) hosts multi-faith Iftar, uniting over 200 guests in a spirit of community and charity

The evening began with a recitation from the Holy Quran by Syed Ruaz Ahmed

In his welcome address, Mr Khan of MDC, reflected on the organization’s journey since its establishment in 2006. Now in its 19th year, MDC has positively impacted over 100,000 lives through various charitable initiatives. He emphasised the strong presence of over 250,000 Moulvibazari people in the UK and urged everyone to come together to support the underprivileged.

“Our motto is simple—‘No one sleeps hungry during Ramadan.’ It is our duty to help those in need whenever and wherever we can,” he stated.

The event was graced by Mayors prominent leaders and community figures, Cllr Jim Brown, Worshipful Mayor of Stevenage, Cllr Myla Arceno, Immediate Past Mayor of Stevenage, Cllr Azizul Ambia, Luton Borough Council, Tipu Rahman, Chief Treasurer, Bangladesh Caterers Association-UK.

Faizul Haque, SVP BCA, Ms Sabah Bashir, MD, PayTap, Miss Rubayat Jahan, Famous Singer, Cllr Tahir Khan, Ex-Mayor of Luton, Mr. Clayton Bryce Valicity Care Services

About MDC’s Charitable Impact Over the Years

Founded in 2006 in Luton, MDC has grown into a voluntary, non-profit, and non-political organization dedicated to supporting both the UK and Bangladeshi communities. Some of its notable initiatives include:

• Providing rickshaws to struggling families in Moulvibazar
• Supporting underprivileged schools with essential aid
• Building houses for families affected by natural disasters
• Donating thousands of blankets during harsh winters in Bangladesh
• Funding medical costs for individuals with critical illnesses
• Assisting NHS staff, care workers, and the homeless during the COVID-19 pandemic in U
• Funding multiple charitable initiatives across Bangladesh

One of MDC’s most significant projects is the Ramadan Food Distribution Initiative, which has directly benefited over 100,000 people across the seven thanas of Moulvibazar. This year, MDC is once again committed to distributing thousands of food packs to ensure that no family goes to sleep hungry during Ramadan.

Cllr Jim Brown, Worshipful Mayor of Stevenage said as Ramadan continues, MDC remains steadfast in its mission to serve the less fortunate and ensure that no one in need is left behind, l am humbled to see the work has been done by people from the Moulbibazar District a province in Bangladesh.

Acknowledgment of Organisers and Contributors

A special appreciation was extended to the dedicated individuals who worked tirelessly to organize the Multi-Faith Iftar, including S.R. Chowdhury Loknu, Secretary General, Kamruzzaman Khan, Joint Secretary, Syed Shamim Islam, Treasurer, Syed Ruaz Ahmed, Sahed Qureshi, Mohammed Ali, Juber Ahmed, Lutfur Rahman, Leemon Mahbub, Syed Abul Hussain and more MDC members

MDC extends its heartfelt gratitude to all donors and volunteers who have supported the organization over the years.

“None of this would be possible without your generosity, dedication, and commitment,” said Oli Khan MBE. Together, we can continue to build a stronger, more compassionate community."