The Minister for social welfare H.C. Mahadevappa said here on Sunday, August 27, that media should raise its voice against authoritarianism and reflect the voice of the voiceless including the poor and economically weaker section.
He was speaking at the press day celebrations organised by the Mysuru District Journalists’ Association. Mr. Mahadevappa, who also distributed various awards to scribes for their contribution, said the upholding freedom was one of the fundamental duties of the media and the press had a role to safeguard the values of democracy, secularism and freedom which were attained after prolonged struggle.
He said that the press being the fourth pillar of democracy, should be a ray of hope for the weaker section and promote equity and justice for all and such a stance would further its reputation.
