Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan today spoke at a memorial programme organized by the Barishal Press Club. Photo : BSSBARISHAL, Feb 27, 2026 (BSS) - Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapan today said the media will define the boundaries of accountability while the state will ensure freedom within those limits. Speaking at a memorial programme organized by the Barishal Press Club, he said, "Journalistic institutions must define the profession themselves. Barishal Press Club President Asinul Islam Khasru presided over the programme while General Secretary SM Zakir Hossain conducted it. Several senior officials and media personalities, including Barishal Range DIG Manjur Morshed Alam and former National Press Club General Secretary Elias Khan, attended the event.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha February 27, 2026 14:59 UTC