BNP’s Tarique Rahman criticized Sheikh Mujib and Sheikh Hasina for curbing press freedom in Bangladesh. NCP leader Sargis Alam echoed the sentiment, further highlighting the rising trend of media misinformation. Sargis alleged that many media outlets deliberately publish unverified reports for political motives or TRP gains, later deleting them after the damage is done. He stressed that while press freedom is essential, misuse must be addressed with laws and proper investigations.