In the Bangladesh Parliament on Sunday, NCP lawmaker Hasnat Abdullah from Cumilla-4 alleged that journalists who had legitimized enforced disappearances, killings, vote rigging, and mass violence over the past 17 years were being rehabilitated in various media outlets. He questioned whether any legal action would be taken against such individuals or media houses. Responding on behalf of the information and broadcasting minister, State Minister Yasir Khan Chowdhury said that while media freedom exists, anyone—journalist, politician, or businessman—who acts against democracy or engages in terrorism will face legal consequences under existing laws.
Hasnat Abdullah further claimed that certain media organizations, including those under Bashundhara Group’s East West Media, had produced content supporting the ruling party and legitimizing violence. He demanded an explanation of the legal basis for their rehabilitation. Supporting part of his concern, ruling party MP Zainul Abedin Faruk from Noakhali-2 raised issues about unqualified individuals claiming to be journalists and spreading misinformation online. In reply, Yasir Khan Chowdhury said a monitoring team was being formed to address misinformation and bring offenders under legal scrutiny.
The state minister added that the team’s scope and activities would be announced soon.
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