✒️Author: Md. Mahidul Hasan Sarkar, Founder General Secretary, Bangladesh Central Press Club (B.C.P.C)

Dear Journalist Friends,Journalism is not just a profession; it is a noble responsibility to be the voice of the people. Our pen conveys the truth to society, protests against injustice, and guides the path toward establishing justice. The power of the pen can never be underestimated. It can dispel the darkness in society and protect human rights.

Today, we stand at a time when injustice, corruption, and oppression have increased in society. Abuse of power and selfish attitudes are pulling people down. Our only weapon is a courageous pen. Through the pen, we can establish the truth, raise our voices against injustice, and pave the way for justice in society.

Do not let fear come close on the path to establishing truth. Every report, investigative story, or analysis enlightens society. A courageous pen never succumbs to power. On the contrary, it empowers us to stand against injustice. Our pen has the ability to destroy the kingdom of crime built by criminals.

The greatest virtue of journalism is breaking the chains of helplessness and standing firm on the path of truth. Every report, investigative finding, and publication illuminates society. Journalism is not just a profession; it is a noble endeavor to protect humanity, establish justice, and convey the truth to the public.

The work of journalists is not merely to report news. Our responsibility is to be the voice of the victims, expose injustice and corruption, and raise public awareness. It is not easy. Often, we face fear, threats, or social pressure. Yet, if we embrace the pen as our power, all obstacles can be overcome.

Every genuine piece of news spreads light in society. Reports are not just news; they are instruments to protect people’s rights. They are voices against injustice and guides on the path of truth. The foundation of journalism is integrity. Standing firm in truth, supporting justice, and being courageous—these three qualities form the backbone of journalism.

Many times, journalists face attacks, lawsuits, or threats while collecting information or publishing the truth. This is unfortunate, but the power of the pen grows even stronger. If we unite, act courageously, and remain steadfast in honesty, no threat can stop us.

Dear journalist friends, we call upon all of you—unite. Embrace the pen as a powerful weapon and work together for the establishment of truth and justice. Unity, integrity, and courage are our greatest strengths. Our solidarity is the strongest protest against the injustice of criminals.

Let the pen be the symbol of justice, the voice of truth, and the voice of the people. Be courageous, pick up the pen, and move forward on the path of truth. Every report, investigation, and publication spreads light in society, establishes justice, and delivers truth to the people.

Today, we pledge—steadfast in honesty, courage, and justice, we will use the pen as a powerful weapon. For the victims in society, for those subjected to injustice, and for justice itself, we will unite. Unity is our strength, the pen is our weapon, and truth is our goal.

Be courageous for truth and justice. Pick up the pen. Unite. Light the lamp of knowledge in society.