Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus has issued a stark warning about the proliferation of misinformation, alleging that a coordinated effort is underway to destabilise the country as it moves toward a new political framework, report agencies.
He addressed the nation on the eve of Independence Day on Tuesday.
In his speech, he stressed the need for eliminating corruption. Bangladesh has no future unless corruption is eradicated, he said.
"Since the interim government took office, there has been a revelry of rumours in the media and social media," the chief advisor said.
He described the spread of disinformation as a strategic effort by opposing forces to derail the reform process initiated by the interim government.
"Rumours are being spread in all sorts of innovative ways. One picture is being added to another picture, events are being made into photo cards using unrelated photos, and events in other countries are being passed off as events in this country, creating a stir on social media," he said.
He cautioned that such tactics would likely intensify as the country approaches elections.
"As the elections approach, its form will continue to become more dangerous. You all know who is behind it and why."
In response to these concerns, the interim government has sought international assistance.
Yunus confirmed that the United Nations had assured cooperation in addressing the spread of false information.
"I would like to remind the countrymen that the first phase of the July Uprising has been successfully completed. With the completion of the first phase, the second phase of the Uprising has begun. We must always remember that we are in a state of war. 'Rumours' are the biggest tool of the defeated forces against this July Uprising.
"Whenever you see rumours, keep searching for the source of the rumours. Do not neglect rumours."
He alleged that highly skilled operatives and vast financial resources were being deployed to manipulate public perception.
"Many experienced military experts are working day and night behind these rumours, unlimited money is being invested behind them. Its main goal is to thwart the July Uprising."
Calling for national unity, Yunus warned of the opposition's "innovative" strategies.
"The fugitives are burning at our collective might. They want to break this unity. You will not be able to sense their innovative tactics. You will not understand when you have become a puppet in their game."
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