Three government advisors have directed local administration, law enforcement, and intelligence agencies to remain vigilant against any provocative activities surrounding Chandranath Temple in Sitakunda.

The directive came during a meeting with leaders of the Chandranath Shrine Committee. The advisors present were Dr. A. F. M. Khalid Hossain, Faozul Kabir Khan, and Bidhan Ranjan Ray Poddar.

Shrine leaders reported that the temple has faced various forms of provocation over the past five years, threatening communal harmony. In response, the advisors instructed officials to take immediate action against any such attempts.

The Religious Affairs Advisor stated: “Those who attack places of worship cannot be considered religious. Such acts are crimes, and we will respond firmly to any attempt to disturb communal harmony.” He also urged Hindu devotees to submit legitimate demands through the Hindu Religious Welfare Trust.

The Primary and Mass Education Advisor reaffirmed the government’s commitment to building a discrimination-free society irrespective of religion, caste, or class.

During the meeting, Shrine Committee President Apurba Kumar Bhattacharya raised concerns over the poor condition of the temple’s staircase, warning of possible accidents. Following this, Advisor Faozul Kabir Khan immediately contacted the Chattogram LGED secretary to initiate repairs.