Ekattor Television Features Unique Soft in National News
A Spotlight on Freelancing Success from Meherpur
Ekattor Television, one of Bangladesh’s most popular satellite TV stations, aired a special feature on Unique Soft and its pioneering work in promoting freelancing in rural Bangladesh. The report was broadcast on 17 September 2013, during the 5:15 PM news bulletin, with the segment airing at 5:18 PM. The feature lasted 1 minute and 53 seconds and was reported by Majedul Haque Manik, correspondent of Ekattor Television.
The televised news included exclusive interviews with Munshi Jahangir Zinnat, Founder & CEO of Unique Soft, Ashraful Alam, General Manager, and Philip Mollik, Director of Training. The segment highlighted Unique Soft’s inspiring journey, its impact on rural employment, and its success in empowering local youth through freelancing.
Freelancing Revolution in Meherpur
Ekattor Television reported that freelancing has become a popular and life-changing profession in Meherpur, the border district of Bangladesh. Many unemployed individuals in the region have found sustainable livelihoods through online work, earning foreign currency and contributing to their families’ financial stability.
The report credited Munshi Jahangir Zinnat, who first learned about freelancing while working in the telecommunication sector. Inspired by the potential of this digital profession, he founded Unique Soft to offer free freelancing training to local residents — enabling many unemployed youths to gain practical skills and secure online work opportunities.
Key Interview Highlights
Majedul Haque Manik (Correspondent, Ekattor Television):
“Why did you choose freelancing over other jobs?”
Munshi Jahangir Zinnat (Founder & CEO, Unique Soft):
“I was working in a telecommunication company when I first learned about freelancing through blogs. I began freelancing part-time, and after realizing its potential, I switched my career completely. Freelancing not only offers higher earning opportunities but also allows independence and flexibility. That’s why I returned to my village to work from home and build something sustainable.”
Manik:
“Why did you decide to provide free training?”
Munshi Jahangir Zinnat:
“Freelancing is a performance-based profession — it doesn’t require formal degrees or prior experience. With a little guidance, anyone can succeed. That’s why I started providing free training and mentoring. Already, 33 people have found work through the freelancing marketplaces after completing our training.”
Manik:
“What potential do you see in freelancing?”
Ashraful Alam (General Manager, Unique Soft):
“I have been freelancing since last year and am now earning a substantial monthly income from online platforms.”
Manik:
“Why did you choose freelancing?”
Philip Mollik (Director of Training, Unique Soft):
“I started freelancing in SEO as a part-time activity alongside my full-time job. Even so, I have achieved financial independence through freelancing.”
Recognition and Future Vision
Ekattor Television concluded its report by noting that if Unique Soft received government support or funding, it could expand its activities to reach and train even more people across Bangladesh.
The report ended on an optimistic note:
“The sun of Unique Soft will never set in this country.”
Through this national coverage, Unique Soft once again proved itself as a symbol of digital empowerment — turning Meherpur into a beacon of hope for Bangladesh’s growing freelancing community.
