Bhola:Information and Broadcasting Minister Barrister Andaleeve Rahman has announced that the government is working on amending various laws, including the cybersecurity act, to ensure equal protection for all citizens. He emphasized that discussions are underway with stakeholders, such as television channel owners and newspaper editors, to make this process more effective.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the minister highlighted the formulation of policies aimed at guaranteeing equal protection for media personnel, the administration, and the general public. He expressed optimism that these initiatives would soon yield positive results.
The minister made these remarks while speaking to reporters during a visit to several puja mandaps in his home constituency, Bhola Sadar, on Wednesday night. He noted that the Hindu community celebrated their religious festival with great joy and harmony this year, with adequate security provided for all, including Hindus, Muslims, and others.
During his visit, Andaleeve also interacted with members of the Hindu community and puja committee leaders, who reported no security concerns during the celebrations. He mentioned that no untoward incidents occurred, and everyone enjoyed the festival peacefully.
Addressing the recent killing of a journalist in Netrokona, the minister asserted that any legal violations, whether involving journalists or professionals from other fields, would be addressed according to existing laws.
On the same night, Andaleeve visited nine temples in Bhola Sadar, accompanied by leaders and activists of the Bangladesh Jatiya Party (BJP) and its affiliated organizations. To support a joyful Durga puja celebration, he provided a grant totaling Taka 29 lakh to 29 puja mandaps in the area.