All must remain united against fascism to protect democracy: State Minister for Information

He said everyone must play a responsible role in protecting the democracy and voting rights achieved through the bloody mass uprising. If fascism returns, the country's democracy and people's rights will be obstructed. At the same time, it will be a betrayal of the blood of those who sacrificed themselves in the struggle to establish democracy.

Yaser Khan Chowdhury said everyone must remain united so that fascism can never return to Bangladesh. It is not enough to remain conscious ourselves; others must also be made aware and involved in this regard. He said democracy and people's voting rights have been established in the country through a mass uprising at the cost of blood. It is everyone's responsibility to uphold this achievement. Especially those involved in the film and television industry must play a responsible role in this regard. Everyone must remain united to uphold the dignity of the sacrifices of those who laid down their lives in the struggle to establish democracy and people's rights. He called upon all concerned to work collectively to prevent the resurgence of fascism.

At the meeting, regarding various demands and problems of those involved in the film and television industry, the State Minister said the government will consider the proposals raised with importance. The government is also working to form a trust for the welfare of artists, technicians and professionals. He said if the government forms a trust through a government initiative, existing policies and rules and regulations must be followed. In this regard, the involvement of the Ministry of Finance is needed. It will also be discussed and decided whether the trust will be formed through the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting or the Ministry of Culture.

Representatives of various organizations of the film and television industry presented their demands, problems and proposals. Among others, President of Director's Guild Bangladesh Shahiduzzaman Selim, President of Actors' Association Azad Abul Kalam, General Secretary of Television Playwrights Association Mejbah Uddin Sumon, and General Secretary of Director's Guild Bangladesh Faridul Islam spoke.