The Bangladesh government expressed deep embarrassment over the recent vandalism and destruction at the Radda Maternal and Child Health-Family Planning (MCH-FP) Centre in Mirpur, Dhaka, with official assurances that all perpetrators identified through investigations will face strict legal action.
Speaking at a press briefing at the Press Information Department (PID) in the Secretariat on Tuesday (September 29, 2026), Dr. Zahed Ur Rahman, Adviser to the Prime Minister on Information and Broadcasting, addressed media queries regarding delays in arrests despite CCTV footage being circulated by investigative news reports. Dr. Rahman clarified that while media reports provide crucial leads, formal police investigations remain essential to charge-sheet suspects lawfully. Furthermore, addressing the rise of online disinformation, the Adviser highlighted ongoing stakeholder consultations to finalize the proposed Cyber Protection Act, designed to curb malicious digital campaigns while preserving legitimate, constructive criticism of government policies.
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