The Chief Adviser’s Press Wing has issued a statement calling The New York Times' report titled "Bangladesh Rebuilding Anew, Islamist Hardliners Seek Opportunities" "misleading and one-sided." The statement criticized the report for oversimplifying Bangladesh's political and social dynamics, unfairly tarnishing the entire nation. It argued that the report selectively highlighted certain incidents while ignoring Bangladesh's recent progress and the complexity of its realities. It further noted that female participation has increased across all sectors, with 2.7 million women participating in Youth Festival 2025. Additionally, it dismissed allegations that the Chief Adviser was not taking action against extremists. The statement emphasized Bangladesh's economic progress and refuted claims that isolated political violence was being misrepresented as religious violence.