NEW DELHI: Political leaders cutting across parties celebrated the National Press Day on Tuesday and said media must uphold the cardinal principles of journalism which includes avoiding sensationalism and focus on curbing the menace of fake news.
Vice-President M Venkaiah Naidu said the role of media in providing accurate news assumes more importance in the present climate of fake news. “Media must always uphold cardinal principles of journalism and avoid sensationalism ” he said on Twitter.
Union I&B minister Anurag Thakur said the media must reflect on its role to and keep the menace of fake news in check. “National Press Day is a day to reflect upon the role of media and the press in raising the issues that matter to the citizens of India. The media is a watchdog and has a key role to play in the vibrant democracy of India…I call upon my friends from media to make all efforts to curb the menace of fake news and fake narratives,” he said.