Cabinet Division bans use of PM Tarique’s photo on banner in government events

The prime minister directed the cabinet secretary to take the measure after noting the use of his image at certain events

The government has issued a circular prohibiting the use of the prime minister's photograph on banners, festoons, and billboards prepared for official government events.

The information was shared on Sunday morning by the Prime Minister's Deputy Press Secretary Mostafa Zulfiquar Hasan.

He said, "While travelling from his residence in Gulshan to the Secretariat this morning, the honourable Prime Minister Mr Tarique Rahman noticed that his photograph was being displayed on banners and festoons prepared for a programme organised by a ministry."

"After arriving at his office in the Secretariat, the prime minister summoned the cabinet secretary and instructed him to take the necessary measures."

Following the prime minister's directive, the cabinet division issued an official circular.

According to the circular, signed by Deputy Secretary Tania Afroz of the cabinet division, the use of the prime minister's photograph—whether in 3D or any other form—on banners, festoons, or billboards prepared for any government event is strictly prohibited.

The circular further states that, when preparing banners, festoons, and billboards for government programmes, priority must be given to the subject matter of the event. Only relevant and appropriate information should be presented. The design should clearly reflect the purpose, message, and theme of the event, ensuring that its objectives are communicated effectively.

As the circular is considered important, it takes effect immediately.