Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) has voiced serious concern regarding the persistent deliberate attacks on journalists and the media, lawsuits motivated by personal grievances, and malicious actions by ulterior motives that are intended to harass.

In a press release on Wednesday, TIB cautions that these actions are not conducive to the establishment of an anti-discriminatory ‘New Bangladesh’. the anti-graft watchdog urging the interim government to implement stringent measures against this alarming trend that threatens free journalism to cultivate a secure and fearless environment for journalists and the media.

TIB also urged all stakeholders to prevent the misuse of journalistic power and media influence to ensure responsible journalism. It expressed profound concern regarding the assaults and restrictions imposed on numerous media outlets by self-serving entities, along with the rampant lawsuits and intimidation faced by journalists.