Journalist Mohammad Siam Hossain has received a tetanus vaccination and medication after feeling unwell following an alleged physical altercation with popular Bangladeshi actress Pori Moni.
Siam, a multimedia reporter for the newspaper Agamir Shomoy, visited Dhaka Medical College Hospital on Sunday, November 8, where doctors administered a tetanus vaccine and provided necessary medication. The development follows an incident on November 5 at the premises of the Chief Judicial Magistrate Court in Dhaka, where Pori Moni was involved in a heated exchange with journalists covering news of her bail. The incident involved allegations of physical confrontation and harassment between the actress and members of the media.
Siam said he had been experiencing some physical discomfort since the day of the confrontation. Speaking to the media, he explained that his mother had contacted him after learning about the incident through news reports. Concerned about his health, she urged him to visit a hospital for a medical check-up, regardless of whether he ultimately needed vaccination. Following his mother's advice, Siam went to Dhaka Medical College Hospital on Sunday. Later doctors administered a tetanus vaccine and provided him with medication.
Later on Sunday evening, Siam shared a brief message on Facebook, writing, "Amma's sake, I had to get vaccinated."
His post drew attention in connection with the November 5 incident, which had already generated discussion among journalists and social media users.
The confrontation took place when Pori Moni was leaving the Chief Judicial Magistrate Court premises after receiving news related to her bail. An argument broke out between the actress and several journalists, eventually escalating into pushing, physical confrontation and harassment. Journalists present at the scene were attempting to cover the developments surrounding the actress's court appearance when the situation deteriorated. There were also allegations that Pori Moni and members of her entourage were involved in taking mobile phones from journalists.
Among those affected was Rabiul Hossain, a journalist working for the Bangladeshi newspaper Samakal. Several journalists reportedly received initial medical treatment following the incident.
The confrontation has renewed attention on the safety of journalists covering court proceedings and high-profile public figures. Court premises frequently attract reporters covering sensitive legal developments, particularly when celebrities and prominent individuals are involved. Maintaining a safe environment for journalists, legal professionals and members of the public is essential to ensuring that proceedings can be reported without intimidation or physical confrontation. The incident has also highlighted the personal concerns of family members when journalists face potentially risky situations while carrying out their professional responsibilities.
While the latest report confirms Siam's hospital visit and vaccination, the allegations surrounding the November 5 confrontation should be assessed separately from the medical treatment he received.
