Nilphamari: The Bangladesh Press Council organized a day-long workshop for journalists focusing on the upcoming 13th National Parliament elections in the district today. The event aimed to educate media professionals on the importance of objective reporting and the prevention of misjournalism.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the workshop, titled "Prevention of Misjournalism and Providing Objective News," took place at the district Circuit House Auditorium, starting at 10:00 am. The event was inaugurated by Bangladesh Press Council Chairman Justice AKM Abdul Hakim. The inaugural session was presided over by Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Nariuzzaman, with Police Superintendent Sheikh Zahidul Islam attending as a special guest. District Information Officer Md. Bayezid Hossain delivered the welcome address.
Bangladesh Press Council Secretary (Deputy Secretary) Md. Abdus Sabur served as the resource person during the workshop, providing a detailed discussion on the importance of adhering to the code of conduct and ensuring objective journalism during the elections. In his address, Press Council Chairman Justice AKM Abdul Hakim emphasized responsible journalism and outlined the roles and responsibilities of media professionals in ensuring fair and accurate election coverage.
At the conclusion of the workshop, certificates were distributed among the participants. According to the organizers, 40 journalists from various print and electronic media outlets in the district took part in the training.