Kaler Kantho celebrates one year of multimedia news

Kaler Kantho newspaper proudly celebrated its first anniversary of multimedia news operations with enthusiasm and dedication.

To mark the occasion, Bashundhara Group Vice-Chairman Safwan Sobhan cut a celebratory cake with guests at the newspaper’s head office in Bashundhara Residential Area on Tuesday.

Addressing the programme, Safwan Sobhan praised the dynamic efforts and youthful spirit of Kaler Kantho’s multimedia team.

“I see a team full of youth, energy, and relentless drive. Their passion for work is boundless. It is from the hands of the young that a new awakening will emerge. Delivering truthful and trustworthy news to the people is essential, and I have full confidence in Kaler Kantho’s multimedia team,” he said.

East West Media Group Deputy Managing Director Gias Uddin Rimon, Kaler Kantho Editor Hasan Hafiz, Bangladesh Pratidin Acting Editor Abu Taher, Kaler Kantho Publisher Maynal Hossain Chowdhury, Bashundhara Group Chairman’s Media Adviser Abdul Bari, Secretary Masudur Rahman Manna, Bashundhara Group Adviser Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Iqbal, Bangladesh Pratidin Executive Editor Manjurul Islam, Kaler Kantho Executive Editor Haider Ali, and NEWS24 Television Executive Editor Farhadul Islam Farid were present at the occasion.

Gias Uddin Rimon remarked that Kaler Kantho has ushered in a new era of modern journalism through its innovative use of multimedia platforms.

“Over the past century, journalism has evolved, and today, multimedia stands at the forefront of that evolution. It is now the primary medium shaping the future of journalism. When the history of multimedia journalism is written, Kaler Kantho will be remembered as a pioneer in Bangladesh,” he said.

Kaler Kantho Editor Hasan Hafiz said the newspaper’s multimedia platform stands as a symbol of trust for people from all walks of life across the country.

Praising the multimedia team, he said, “We lead with truth and information, and your dedication is truly admirable.”

“However, we must remain mindful of the major events ahead, including the national elections. In the face of political unrest, rumours, and violence, it is crucial that we uphold our professional integrity and remain impartial,” he added.

Kaler Kantho Executive Editor Haider Ali said the newspaper’s multimedia department is progressing with the guiding motto: “Truth and Information First”.

“In the past year, we’ve won the hearts of our readers by embracing technology and bringing a new dimension to content creation. This achievement is the result of the collective dedication and hard work of our entire team,” he said.