Law Minister Md Asaduzzaman on Friday said the government had obtained information and evidence about those involved in a network behind recent crude bomb explosions and arson attacks, adding that several people had already been arrested.
“We have obtained all the information and evidence about who is involved in this network and how they are connected,” he said while addressing a special meeting of the Dhaka-based Jhenaidah Journalists' Forum at the National Press Club in the city.
The minister urged journalists to examine who was behind the acts of violence and identify those involved in the attacks.
Referring to attempts to create fear through crude bomb explosions and arson attacks, he said those involved in such activities did not understand the people of Bangladesh.
He said the people would not allow the ousted fascist and authoritarian regime to regain political space or engage in terrorism in the country.
The law minister also expressed confidence that Bangladesh's economic, political and social progress would continue and that the country would maintain its growing stature on the global stage.
He urged journalists to report on the basis of accurate information and evidence, stressing that they should not hesitate to publish reports even if those went against him or the government.
“We want to move forward on the right path based on accurate information from you,” he said.
He also called upon journalists to report both the government's shortcomings and its positive initiatives, saying they should highlight efforts to ensure people's rights alongside reporting against injustice, corruption and drug abuse.
He said the government was ready to cooperate with journalists in their efforts to combat yellow journalism and uphold the dignity of the profession.
