From grassroots investigative reporting to prestigious international acclaim, Mohammad Shariful Alam Chowdhury has been a formidable name in Bangladeshi journalism for over two and a half decades. Hailing from Cumilla’s Muradnagar, this fearless journalist has consistently wielded his pen against corruption and irregularities, earning deep respect globally while surviving repeated, brutal attempts on his life.
Here is an in-depth chronicle of his 27-year-long resilient career:
A 27-Year Legacy in Journalism
Since starting his professional journey in 1999, Shariful Alam Chowdhury has maintained an unblemished reputation across print, online, and electronic media.
- International Assignment: He is currently making waves on the international stage, serving successfully as the India Correspondent on diplomatic assignments for the UK-based media house ‘London Bangla’.
- Media Entrepreneur & Editor: He is the founder and editor of the popular Bengali news portal Dainik Ajker Kotha and the English news portal Joy Banglar Joy.
- Past Ventures: Previously, he contributed significantly to top-tier national media houses in Bangladesh, including Global Television, Samakal, Vorer Kagoj, Jugantor, Kaler Kantho, Manabzamin, and the news agency FNS. He also served as the General Secretary of the Muradnagar Press Club.
Global Recognition: ‘BGC Star Award 2026’
In recognition of his objective and outstanding contributions to journalism, Chowdhury was honored internationally. He was conferred with the prestigious ‘BGC Star Award 2026’ at a grand ceremony in Hyderabad, India, attended by prominent medical scientists, sociologists, and the Honorary Consuls of Poland and France.
The Price of Truth: Surviving Brutal Assaults
Chowdhury has paid a heavy price for exposing the truth. His investigative reports against local corruption, nepotism, and the abuse of power have made him the target of near-fatal attacks:
- The 2020 Assault: On July 4, 2020, after he exposed the corruption of a local Union Parishad Chairman in the daily Samakal, a group of armed miscreants brutally beat him and left him for dead. The heinous attack triggered international outrage, drawing severe condemnation from global watchdogs like Reporters Without Borders (RSF) and the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ).
- The 2025 Courtroom Attack: On May 12, 2025, violence struck again. While covering a legal case at the Cumilla District Court premises, an unidentified mob intercepted him, fracturing his right leg and left arm.
An Unstoppable Pen
Despite multiple surgeries, physical trauma, and constant threats, Mohammad Shariful Alam Chowdhury has refused to bow down to oppression. He continues to champion free speech, independent journalism, and objective reporting through his media platforms, standing out as a living symbol of resilience in Bangladeshi journalism.
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