Tejgaon Press Club organized its Eid reunion on April 16 at an upscale restaurant in the capital. Almost all members of the club were in attendance. Saiful Alam Nirab, former convener of BNP`s North unit and a potential candidate for the Dhaka-12 parliamentary constituency, was present as the chief guest. Special guest at the event was Volunteer Party`s Joint Vice President No. 1, Fakhrul Islam Robin.
The program was presided over by Tejgaon Press Club President Md. Faruk Hossain, with General Secretary Habibur Rahman serving as the moderator. Most members of the club’s executive committee were also present.
Among the guest speakers were renowned columnist and journalist Kamal Chowdhury, Secretary General of the Federation of Journalist Organizations Shamsul Alam, the organization’s Vice President and Head of News at Capital Television Rashed Swapon, and Aminul Rahman Sagir, Editor and Publisher of English daily The Daily Sky Bangladesh.
At the joyous gathering, Saiful Alam Nirab was declared the chief advisor and patron of Tejgaon Press Club. In his address, Saiful Alam Nirab said, “Tejgaon is my birthplace, and my life is deeply connected with the people of Tejgaon. That’s why I hold immense love for the residents of Dhaka-12 and want to continue working for their well-being.”
Referring to a daily newspaper, he said, “One paper has been spreading false news about me, accusing me of extortion. I challenge anyone to prove it. I urge journalists to verify facts before publishing any news. We welcome the truth, but spreading false information can ruin a person’s career.”
He further promised to do whatever is necessary for the welfare of the Tejgaon Press Club.
Special guest Fakhrul Islam Robin also addressed the audience. He said, “If any of our leaders or activists commit any wrongdoing and you have the evidence, please verify it first. If it’s true, we have no objection to news being published. But false reporting should be avoided, as it creates confusion. If you ever need any information, feel free to call me anytime—I’ll assist you to the best of my ability, InshaAllah.”
Many executive members of Tejgaon Press Club also delivered welcome remarks during the event.
