Preventing rumour of imposing tax on freelancing stressed

City Desk :
State Minister for ICT Zunaid Ahmed Palak on Thursday urged all to stand against the rumor of imposing 10 percent tax on freelancers, saying that a vested quarter is out to hinder the massive development and progress of the tax-free freelancing sector by spreading misinformation.

“In line with the statements of Bangladesh Bank and National Board of Revenue over rumors and misinformation being spread about imposing of 10 percent tax on freelancing sector, the ICT Division has taken various measures, including issuing press releases, so that the freelancers not get confused with the rumors,” an official handout quoted Palak as he said, reports BSS.

It has been widely circulated through various print, electronic, online and social media that the freelancing sector will remain as a tax-free one, he said, urging the authorities concerned to take necessary steps to prevent rumors, including speaking out against various quarters, who are spreading rumors, aimed at hindering the comprehensive development and progress of the government.