The Press Wing FACTS of the Chief Adviser’s Office has firmly rejected the reports circulating in some national media with headlines such as "Recognition of Over 100 Leaders as Freedom Fighters Revoked," labeling them as completely baseless, false, and misleading. Citing Chief Adviser Faruk-e-Azam, the statement clarified, “Members of the Mujibnagar Government are recognized as Freedom Fighters. Those who fought and led the Liberation War are Freedom Fighters, while the officials and staff of that government are considered 'Associate Freedom Fighters'.” According to Faruk-e-Azam, under the Jatiya Muktijoddha Council Ordinance, associates such as diplomats and members of Swadhin Bangla Betar Kendra fall under this category, which in no way undermines their honor. The definition set in 1972 has been reinstated, after revisions in 2018 and 2022. Both Freedom Fighters and their associates will continue to enjoy equal respect, recognition, and benefits.