Indian media spreading misinformation every day, says home advisor

Home Advisor Jahangir Alam Chowdhury has said the Indian media is spreading misinformation about Bangladesh every day and the interim government will protest it.

“The home ministry will ask the foreign ministry to issue an official protest, as that ministry handles formal communication with other nations. A strongly worded protest letter will be sent to India on this issue,” he said in response to questions from journalists at a press briefing following the Barishal divisional law and order meeting.

When asked specifically about remarks from an Indian TV anchor regarding Chattogram, the advisor replied, “Stay vigilant on this matter. They are regularly publishing false reports, and I ask for your cooperation in stopping this.

“Report truthfully—if we make an error, tell us, and we’ll correct it. If there’s any corruption on my part, tell me, I’m not hesitant to address it. However, avoid false reporting, as such misinformation will eventually be exposed.

“It’s widely known that Indian reports are often inaccurate. Now, if they publish a true report, people may still doubt its authenticity. We encourage you to use the media as a platform to counter this, as you are our strongest ally in this matter,” he added.

Speaking about the Barishal division’s law and order, he said: “The law and order here is notably better than in other regions. However, road blockades occur occasionally, and it’s everyone’s responsibility to prevent them.”

Jahangir also spoke about the unresolved murder case of journalist couple Sagar Sarwar and Meherun Nahar Runi. “There will be progress this time. A six-month timeframe has been established, and a new investigative team was formed on the IGP’s instructions.”

Jahangir acknowledged issues of public trust in the police force: “Restoring confidence in police will take time, but there has been improvement.

“More progress will come gradually, so patience is essential. Journalists can be instrumental in raising awareness to combat mob justice.”

During this briefing, IGP Moinul Islam, RAB Director General AKM Shahidur Rahman, Barishal Divisional Commissioner Rayhan Kaosar, Brigadier General Amirul Azim from the 7^th Infantry Division, Barishal Police Commissioner Md Shofiqul Islam, and Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Delwar Hussain were also in attendance.