At the grand finale and award ceremony of the PHP Qur’an-er Alo Protibhar Sondhane competition, held at Sheraton Hotel in Banani this afternoon, Bangladesh’s Religious Affairs Adviser Dr. A F M Khalid Hossain declared Bangladesh a "fertile land of the Qur’an." He emphasized the country’s deep connection with the Holy Qur’an and the importance of spreading its light throughout the nation.

Despite Arabic not being the native language, Bangladeshi children have consistently amazed the world by securing top positions in international Qur’an recitation competitions, often outperforming native Arabic speakers. “When our little boys and girls return home with first, second, or third place from international stages, our hearts swell with pride,” the Adviser said in his keynote speech.

Celebrating 17 Years of Qur’anic Excellence
Highlighting the long-standing efforts of the Qur’an-er Alo Foundation, Dr. Khalid Hossain applauded the initiative for discovering and nurturing Qur’anic talent from every corner of Bangladesh. “For the past 17 years, PHP Qur’an-er Alo has been searching out the hidden gems — the Qur’an-loving children — from villages and towns alike. Their achievements are a testament to the spiritual depth and talent of this country,” he added.

The Adviser also extended heartfelt thanks to PHP Family, Qur’an-er Alo Foundation, and NTV for organizing such a prestigious competition that uplifts young voices devoted to the Qur’an.

This Year’s Champions
The competition showcased the remarkable talents of young Hifz scholars from across Bangladesh. The 2025 champion title was awarded to Hafiz Mohibbullah Masum from Habiganj.

• Second place went to Hafiz Muhammad Hossain Ahmed from Jhenaidah.

• Third place was earned by Hafiz Shoebur Rahman from Netrokona.

• Fourth place was secured by Hafiz Abdullah Al Samim from Cumilla.

Each participant displayed extraordinary memorization skills and emotional connection with the Holy Qur’an, leaving judges and the audience in awe.

Distinguished Guests and Supporters
The event was presided over by Mohammad Mohsin, Vice Chairman of PHP Family. Among other notable speakers were Mufti Mohiuddin, General Secretary of Qur’an-er Alo Foundation, and Hammad Amin, Brand Manager of Tasmia Cosmetics and Toiletries.

The event was made possible by the generous support of title sponsors PHP Family and Infinity Mega Mall, with Al-Arafah Islami Bank Ltd. and Smart Active Gold Mehendi serving as co-sponsors.

At the end of the ceremony, the Religious Affairs Adviser personally handed over prize money and certificates to the winners, applauding their dedication and discipline in pursuing Qur’anic knowledge.

A Movement of Faith and Inspiration
The Qur’an-er Alo Protibhar Sondhane competition has grown into a national movement that not only honors young memorizers of the Qur’an but also inspires thousands across the country. Organizers emphasized their mission of nurturing spiritually enlightened youth and projecting Bangladesh’s talent onto the global Islamic stage.

As the event concluded with heartfelt recitations and applause, one message stood clear — Bangladesh, with its deep-rooted Islamic heritage and vibrant youth, continues to shine as a beacon of Qur’anic excellence.