Every
year on November 16th, National Press Day is observed in India to
recognize and honour the Press Council of India (PCI). The day celebrates the
existence of a free and accountable press in the nation.
History
The
Press Council of India began acting as a moral watchdog on this day to make
sure that the press not only upheld the high standards expected of such a
potent medium but also that it was unhindered by the influence or threats of
any outside forces.
On
November 16, 1966, the PCI was established. Since then, November 16 has been
designated as National Press Day in India to honour the council's founding.
Significance
The council is crucial to India because it was created specifically to defend the free press, which is the fourth pillar of democracy. As a result, it consistently works to ensure that journalism's credibility is protected.
It highlights the system's flaws and problems and assists the government in
finding solutions, thereby enhancing the democratic system of government's core
principles.
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