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One of the largest annual religious gatherings in the world
Held on the banks of the Turag at Tongi every year since 1967.
Record holderBishwa Ijtema
Date achieved1 January 1967
Official statement
The Bishwa Ijtema has been held on the banks of the Turag River at Tongi since 1967. Attracting millions of participants from Bangladesh and abroad, it is regarded as one of the largest Muslim congregations in the world.
Criteria met
- 01Check historical records for annual gatherings since 1967.
- 02Verify the venue through event records.
- 03Compare attendance estimates with other large Muslim gatherings.
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