The 42nd Annual General Meeting of the Dinajpur Press Club was successfully held on February 20 at the club auditorium.
The meeting commenced at 10 AM and continued until late at night, bringing together journalists, administrative officials, and distinguished guests.
The session was presided over by the President of Dinajpur Press Club, Swaroop Bakshi Bacchu. The event began with recitations from the Holy Quran and the Bhagavad Gita, followed by a minute of silence in memory of those injured and martyred in the mass uprising of 2024.
Tribute was also paid to deceased members, and prayers were offered for the recovery of ailing members.
Several former Vice Presidents of Dinajpur Press Club, including Abu Bakkar Siddique, Helal Shikdar, Sajedur Rahman Chil, and Shah Alam Shahi, delivered congratulatory speeches, appreciating the club’s progress and contributions.
General Secretary Golam Nabi Dulal presented the financial report for the period from April 28, 2024, to February 20, 2025. According to the report, total revenue stood at BDT 494,442, sourced from:
Previous bank balance: BDT 25,387
Donations: BDT 200,000
Press conference fees: BDT 68,000
Sale of old newspapers: BDT 3,250
Auditorium rent: BDT 91,700
Personal donations: BDT 90,000
Membership fees: BDT 15,840
Bank interest: BDT 265
On the expenditure side, a total of BDT 482,571 was spent on various operational and administrative costs, including:
Employee salaries: BDT 198,000
Electricity bills: BDT 89,967
Stationery and supplies: BDT 6,500
Celebration of various occasions: BDT 3,500
Printing and banners: BDT 2,700
Municipal tax: BDT 11,656
Hospitality: BDT 7,500
Guest entertainment: BDT 6,500
Press club renovation: BDT 33,835
Stamp and master roll purchase: BDT 2,700
IPS purchase and repair: BDT 9,820
CCTV purchase and maintenance: BDT 8,990
Travel expenses: BDT 3,125
General meeting expenses: BDT 90,000
Water bill: BDT 2,425
Audit fees: BDT 2,000
Report preparation: BDT 3,000
Bank duty tax and charges: BDT 363
The club reported a remaining balance of BDT 11,971.
Discussions and Future Initiatives
During the open discussion session, journalists shared their views on various issues, offering constructive suggestions for the club’s development.
Discussions revolved around strengthening the press club's resources and enhancing professional opportunities for members.
Special Guests and Luncheon
The event was graced by several notable guests, including Nur-e-Alam, Additional Deputy Commissioner (General), and Md. Anwar Hossain, Additional Superintendent of Police (Crime), along with other administrative officials and prominent political figures.
The meeting concluded with a luncheon for all members and guests, marking a successful and engaging annual general meeting for the Dinajpur Press Club.
