The court’s response to this petition could set a precedent, potentially altering the media landscape in Bangladesh
A petition submitted to Bangladesh’s High Court demands a complete ban on Indian television channels, accusing them of promoting content that clashes with Bangladeshi cultural values and negatively influences the nation’s youth., devdiscourse.com.
Lawyer Ekhlas Uddin Bhuiyan, who filed the writ petition, argues that programs on Indian channels undermine local traditions and ethics.
The petition references Section 29 of the Cable Television Network Operation Act 2006, urging an official directive to cease broadcasts from popular Indian channels, including Star Jalsha, Star Plus, and Republic Bangla. It also names Bangladesh’s Information Ministry, Home Ministry, and other key authorities as respondents.
It also raises broader questions about cultural preservation and media influence in a globally connected era
This legal move emerges against a backdrop of tense India-Bangladesh relations. Recent political shifts in Bangladesh and escalating reports of violence against Hindus have strained bilateral ties. A high-profile case involving the arrest of Hindu priest Chinmoy Krishna Das further aggravated tensions, sparking public unrest and legal disputes.
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