Dhaka: Prime Minister’s Adviser on Education, Primary and Mass Education, Mahdi Amin, has asserted that a certain group is engaged in spreading misinformation by circulating rumours of question paper leaks during the ongoing Secondary School Certificate (SSC) examinations.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Mahdi Amin revealed that this deceitful group aims to create confusion and moral degradation among students and guardians by exploiting digital platforms. In response, cyber surveillance and digital tracking systems have been enhanced to thwart such actions.
In a post shared on his verified Facebook page, Mahdi Amin, who also serves as the spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office, stated that the Counter Terrorism and Transnational Crime (CTTC) unit of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has recently arrested four members of a fraud gang. These individuals were involved in embezzling money by fabricating fake question papers and circulating them. The advisor emphasized that the arrestees attempted to compromise the integrity of the examination process. He warned that any malicious digital activities would be promptly identified and addressed.
Mahdi Amin highlighted that an analysis of a recent report by a private television channel, which brought attention to the alleged question-paper leak, indicated that it was a deliberate act of fraud rather than an actual leak. Due to inaccuracies and lack of evidence, the television channel responsible for the report has voluntarily removed it.
Furthermore, Mahdi Amin criticized the previous 16 years of governance, accusing it of systematically destroying the education system by distorting history in textbooks and prioritizing party allegiance over merit. He expressed that the current elected government is working to reform the education sector, with numerous initiatives underway under the Prime Minister’s guidance to develop skilled human resources.
The adviser urged students and guardians to remain vigilant and not be swayed by rumours regarding question paper leaks.