Dhaka: The holy Shab-e-Meraj was observed on Thursday night across the country with due respect and religious fervor.

Different Islamic organizations organised special prayers and milad mahfils in mosques and at other places to seek blessings of the Almighty.

The Muslim devotees offered special prayers throughout the night in mosques and homes to seek blessings of Allah for welfare of the entire nation and the Muslim Ummah.

The Muslims every year on 27th of Arabic month of Rajab observe Shab-e-Meraj, the night Prophet Hazrat Muhammad (PBUH) embarked on a special journey to meet Allah Almighty. In the journey, the Prophet (PBUH) traveled on the "Buraq" to Heaven where Allah gave him instructions to take back to the faithful regarding the details of prayers.

Special prayers will also be held for peace and tranquility in the country. Some Muslims observe this event by offering "Nafl" prayers during this night and keeping fast.

Ends/AMA/07/06/13