Bangladesh journalists called for a comprehensive review of the Media Reform Commission recommendations during a recent roundtable discussion. Dhaka Reporters Unity and the Journalist Community of Bangladesh organized the event at Shafiqul Kabir Auditorium. Participants demanded the implementation of wage board policies across the print and electronic media sectors. They proposed establishing minimum monthly salaries of 35,000 taka for media workers nationwide.
Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam supported the wage board initiative while suggesting security fund deposits from media outlets. Television channels would contribute 20-25 crore taka, newspapers 20 crore, and online platforms 10-15 crore to government welfare trusts. Professional certification requirements gained support to combat unethical reporting practices. Speakers emphasized the importance of journalist protection laws and healthcare facilities dedicated to supporting media workers.
Union leaders have highlighted the ongoing structural challenges within the industry, despite recent political changes. Representatives emphasized the importance of incorporating veteran journalists into pension schemes while ensuring transparency in the commission process. District and rural journalist salary provisions received particular attention from participants.
Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam supported the wage board initiative while suggesting security fund deposits from media outlets. Television channels would contribute 20-25 crore taka, newspapers 20 crore, and online platforms 10-15 crore to government welfare trusts. Professional certification requirements gained support to combat unethical reporting practices. Speakers emphasized the importance of journalist protection laws and healthcare facilities dedicated to supporting media workers.
Union leaders have highlighted the ongoing structural challenges within the industry, despite recent political changes. Representatives emphasized the importance of incorporating veteran journalists into pension schemes while ensuring transparency in the commission process. District and rural journalist salary provisions received particular attention from participants.
