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From Daily Star · () English

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  • Journalists covering law and human rights have elected new leaders for the Law Reporters Forum (LRF).
  • Muhammad Yeasin and Arafat Munna will serve as president and general secretary, respectively, for the 2026-2027 term.
  • The election, held at the Supreme Court Bar Association, included attendance from the Information and Broadcasting Minister.

Journalists dedicated to covering law, justice, and human rights have elected their new leadership for the Law Reporters Forum (LRF). Muhammad Yeasin of Daily Observer secured the presidency, while Arafat Munna of Bangladesh Pratidin was elected general secretary for the 2026-2027 term.

The elections took place today at the South Hall of the Supreme Court Bar Association. Abu Saleh Rony of daily Samakal will serve as vice-president. Other elected officials include Tanvir Ahmed (joint secretary), Manjur Hossain (treasurer), Ahmed Al Amin (organising secretary), Mahmudul Alam (office secretary), and Zahidul Bashar (publicity and publication secretary). Jannatul Ferdousi Manu and Asadur Rahman were elected as executive members.

Chief Election Commissioner Elias Hossain announced the results following the voting. The forum also held its annual general meeting earlier in the day. Information and Broadcasting Minister Zahir Uddin Swapon was the chief guest, with Attorney General Md Ruhul Quddus Kazal attending as a special guest.

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