New Delhi, June 17: The Press Club of India, alongside major press bodies and digital rights organizations, has called on the government to repeal provisions in new laws that are seen as threats to press freedom. In a consultative meeting, these organizations passed a resolution urging Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s administration to address the issue urgently.
The resolution emphasizes the need for an institutional mechanism to facilitate stakeholder consultation before drafting any future media laws. This mechanism would ensure that press freedom is upheld and that new regulations are developed with input from journalists, media organizations, and digital rights advocates.
Highlighting the critical role of a free and independent press in a democratic society, the Press Club of India and its partners believe such a consultative process is essential. They argue that involving stakeholders in the law-making process can prevent regulations from inadvertently or intentionally curbing journalistic independence.
The unified stance of the press community and digital rights organizations underscores the importance of protecting press freedom in India. They call on the government to take immediate steps to safeguard the rights of journalists and media professionals.
The resolution reflects growing concerns over legislative measures perceived as threats to the independence of the media, urging prompt and decisive action from the government to ensure press freedom remains intact.
