Additional Press Secretary to the Prime Minister Atikur Rahman Ruman has urged journalists to present accurate information and avoid spreading falsehoods and misinformation.
Speaking virtually at a two-day training programme for journalists from Naogaon held in Bogra on Friday, he said journalists should portray facts and the correct picture while making constructive criticism of government shortcomings.
Ruman said the BNP government has always supported independent journalism and respects journalists' right to criticise its activities.
He said that several newspapers had published false reports against the BNP during the previous Awami League government, but BNP does not practice revenge politics.
Thirty journalists are participating in the training, organised by Gram Unnayan Karma (GUK). Senior journalists and academics are conducting the sessions.
