Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2024
Contested ownership allegations
Following his return to the channel, Abdus Salam alleged that S. Alam obtained ownership through fraudulent documents and political direction. The allegations concern a disputed ownership history and are not presented here as established findings.
2015
Transmission interruption and legal cases
After the channel aired a speech by Tarique Rahman, its domestic transmissions were interrupted and a sedition case was filed. Chairman Abdus Salam was also arrested in a separate case relating to an alleged false report broadcast by Ekusher Chokh.
2012
Radio-equipment and frequency dispute
The Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission accused the channel of broadcasting without the required radio-equipment licence and with an unauthorised frequency. Ekushey denied the allegations and said its documentation and fee payments were current.
2002
Licence ruling and shutdown
Bangladeshi courts ruled that Ekushey's terrestrial broadcasting licence was unlawful. The channel ceased broadcasting on 29 August after the Supreme Court rejected its appeal. The case also involved disputes over the use of Bangladesh Television facilities and allegations of political bias.