The Ministry of Religion has denied allegations that female journalists were blocked from entering a program featuring Religious Advisor AFM Khalid Hossain.
- The incident allegedly occurred at an event organized by Qawmi Udyakta at the China Friendship International Conference Center on January 29.
- The Ministry claims that Hossain was unaware of the alleged incident and would have taken necessary measures to ensure women journalists could perform their duties if informed.
- The Ministry condemns the alleged incident but finds it unreasonable to blame Hossain, the guest invited to the event.
- The Ministry asserts its support for women journalists, stating that they are warmly invited to all programs and events.
- The Religious Advisor and the Ministry claim to have assisted women journalists in performing their duties and have never imposed restrictions on them.
Source: Prothom Alo
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