Agartala, Jul 26, 2023, TRIPURA TIMES Desk

Agartala, July 26: Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha on Wednesday said, the media is the mirror of the society and hence its role should always be neutral.

He said, “the media should be more careful to ensure that the correct information reaches the people.”

The Chief Minister, who inaugurated a media workshop cum orientation programme at Agartala Press Club, said the present state government is always sincere towards the welfare of the media. The present state government is media-friendly.

A good number of journalists from print, electronics and web media are expected to take part in the workshop jointly organized by the Information and Cultural Affairs department and Agartala Press Club. The workshop will continue till July 29 next.

The Chief Minister lauded the initiative and said such workshops help enhance skills and excellence.

He also emphasized the importance of freedom for journalists, as they play an important role in highlighting the mistakes of both the people and the government.

“Journalists are the fourth pillar of democracy, and their freedom is very necessary. If we don't give them freedom, people will not be able to get proper information. Journalists are the mirror of society, and they show us if we have made any mistakes. They are like referees; they should not take anyone's side and should be impartial and neutral, which is a very difficult task”, the Chief Minister said.

Secretary of ICA department P.K. Chakraborty, director Bimbisar Bhattacharjee, president of Agartala Press Club Jayanta Bhattacharyya and secretary Ramakanta Deywere present.

Editor of Press Trust of India (Eastern region) Jayanta Roy Chowdhury joined the inaugural function as a guest.

Eight resource persons from Guwahati and Kolkata will join the workshop and impart training to the participants.