He expressed his anger saying they should be beaten as there is "nothing more effective." He addressed local journalists in Mohanpur upazila who, according to him, "disguised in the noble profession were involved in extortion, drug trade and addiction." To a local correspondent, the lawmaker confirmed his statement but said the video clip did not show the complete speech. He said Mohanpur upazila was a small area with six unions, one municipality, and 67 wards, but it has at least 76 journalists. Some extortionists of our party maintain close ties with these so-called journalists and together engage in extortion, drug peddling and consumption.

Source: Dhaka Tribune August 29, 2020 13:52 UTC