Governor PB Acharya has extended his warm greetings and good wishes to all members of the media fraternity of Nagaland on the occasion of National Press Day on Thursday. In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Governor hoped that the occasion would motivate every journalist to be more responsive, responsible and proactive.
He said he was confident that the media of Nagaland would continue its excellent tradition of constructive journalism, displaying highest standards of professionalism in its duties.
“Media plays a pivotal role in shaping our society and has become a bridge between the government and the citizens. Be it television, newspapers, website or radio, the consistent coverage by media on each and every issue of the society creates bigger impacts, making it one of most important professions of these days,” he said.
Acharya admitted that challenges before the media were wide ranging and did not follow any particular pattern and came from different quarters of the society.
Referring to Press Council of India’s move to discuss and deliberate on the topic “Challenges before the Media” on the National Press Day, he hoped that this would ensure evolution of a new media system that would lead to media freedom and people’s right to know without vitiating media ethics.
He reiterated that the press was one of the foundation stones of democracy and its freedom was a pre-requisite in the challenging world of media reporting today.
The Governor also urged the media to play a vital role in creating a New India that was strong, prosperous and free of communalism, casteism and terrorism.
“I extend my best wishes for the successful celebration of the day hoping that our media continue to represent the voice of the people of the State,” he added.
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