Dhaka, April 23 -- Scientists, officers, and staff of the Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission (BAEC) have raised strong objections against what they termed as "unwarranted and authoritarian interference" by the Ministry of Science and Technology, urging immediate restoration of the Commission's autonomy and protection of their professional rights.

At a press conference held in Dhaka, BAEC representatives expressed deep concern over the growing administrative and financial challenges that have disrupted the institution's operations.

They accused the Ministry of undermining BAEC's legally mandated independence, obstructing education and training opportunities, and demotivating the next generation of nuclear scientists.

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