A Correspondent:
Sylhet: Opposition leader and Jamaat-e-Islami Ameer Dr. Shafiqur Rahman on Saturday called for en-suring a safe and secure working environment for journalists, saying justice for slain journalist Turab is essential to restoring public confidence in the rule of law.
He made the remarks while speaking to reporters after visiting the Fatehpur graveyard in Beanibazar, where he paid tribute at the grave of martyred journalist Turab, the then Sylhet bureau chief of Daily Naya Diganta and staff reporter of Daily Jalalabad.
He also offered special prayers for Turab’s soul.
Following the visit, Dr. Shafiqur Rahman met Turab’s family members and expressed deep condolences to his elder brother, Abu Azraf Md. Jabur, and other relatives.
He also inquired about their well-being.
Speaking to journalists, the Jamaat Ameer said the country had been freed from fascism through the sac-rifices of martyrs, including journalist Turab.
“It is very unfortunate that even after two years, the trial over Turab’s murder has not begun,” he said.
He said failure to bring the killers to justice would discourage courageous and truth-seeking journalism in the future.
“The murder of journalist Turab must be tried without delay to ensure a safe working environment for journalists and restore people’s confidence in the justice system,” he said.
Dr. Shafiqur Rahman said his party would continue to strengthen its demand for justice for Turab.
“Turab’s murder must be tried in the interest of justice. We do not know whether this government will ensure justice in his case. However, Turab will certainly receive justice on the Day of Judgment,” he added.
