Assignment editors and chief reporters of various television channels have called for effective measures to improve professional standards among journalists, introduce a registration system, implement a separate wage structure for television journalists, curb unethical practices, and promote technology-driven journalism. They urged Dhaka Reporters Unity (DRU) to play a more active role in safeguarding journalists' rights and dignity.
Challenges in Mainstream Journalism
At a views-exchange meeting held at DRU's Shafiqul Kabir auditorium, DRU President Abu Saleh Akon highlighted that mainstream journalism is facing challenges due to the misuse of press identity and the spread of unprofessional reporting, which tarnishes the image of genuine journalists.
Proposed Initiatives
The meeting, presided over by DRU President Abu Saleh Akon and moderated by General Secretary Mainul Hasan Sohel, emphasized the need for a transparent registration system, financial capability checks before granting media licenses, and ensuring regular salaries for journalists. DRU General Secretary also highlighted DRU's success in securing five-day Eid holidays and ongoing efforts for two weekly holidays, with initiatives underway to ensure a minimum entry-level salary of Taka 35,000 for journalists.
Calls for Workshops and Stronger Welfare Measures
Representatives from TV channels and journalists' leaders called for workshops, wage board formation, job security, AI-based training, and stronger welfare measures to enhance the professional standards and ethical practices in journalism.
