Amid ongoing political upheaval in Bangladesh, journalist and fact-checker Qadaruddin Shishir is actively combating fake news to protect the nation's democratic future. Following the student-led protests in 2024 that led to the ousting of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, Shishir has focused on investigating extrajudicial killings and the spread of disinformation.

As Bangladesh undergoes a political transition under new governance, Shishir has expanded his efforts to debunk misleading narratives circulating online. To further this mission, he has established an independent organization aimed at mentoring a new generation of fact-checkers dedicated to safeguarding democratic integrity.

With Bangladesh striving to rebuild public trust after recent turmoil, Shishir places his hopes on emerging truth defenders to uphold transparency and accountability.

Source: Al Jazeera

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