Bangladeshi filmmaker and cultural affairs adviser Mostofa Sarwar Farooki described his first four days in government as 'uncomfortable' following public criticism over the arrest of a Baul singer. In a detailed Facebook post, Farooki said he immediately contacted the Home Ministry after learning of the arrest and was informed about the situation’s sensitivity. He clarified that law enforcement matters fall under the Home Ministry, not his ministry, and urged patience and communal harmony. Addressing critics, Farooki defended his ministry’s inclusive cultural initiatives, such as celebrating Lalon Shah and organizing multi-faith festivals, saying these reflect the vision of a 'new Bangladesh.' He also dismissed accusations of hypocrisy, noting that attacks on Bauls predate the current administration. Responding to mockery over government drone shows, he argued that such displays are now a global norm in major events and part of media evolution. Farooki concluded that his ministry will continue promoting pluralism despite discomfort or criticism.
সরকারে যোগ দেওয়ার পর গত ৪ দিন নিজের জন্য অস্বস্তিকর ছিল বলে মন্তব্য করেছেন সংস্কৃতি উপদেষ্টা মোস্তফা সরয়ার ফারুকী। সোমবার বিকালে বাউল শিল্পীকে গ্রেফতার ইস্যুতে নিজের ভেরিফায়েড ফেসবুক আইডিতে দেওয়া এক পোস্টে এ মন্তব্য করেন তিনি। পাঠকদের জন্য উপদেষ্টা
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