PM Modi applauds all those who have working to uphold freedom of press
New Delhi, May 3 (IBNS): A free press makes a stronger democracy said Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on World Press Freedom Day on Thursday.
He tweeted, "A free press makes a stronger democracy! Today on #WorldPressFreedomDay, let us reaffirm our commitment towards steadfastly supporting a free press. It is the multiplicity of ideas and human expression that makes us more vibrant as a society."
In another tweet, PM Modi said, "I applaud all those who have been working tirelessly to uphold freedom of press. It is due to these countless women and men that the spirit of a free press is significantly enhanced."
"I would once again like to appreciate the proactive role of everyone on social media for their commendable work towards safeguarding the freedom of press and expression," he said.
World Press Freedom Day was proclaimed by the UN General Assembly in December 1993, following the recommendation of UNESCO's General Conference.
Since then, May 3, the anniversary of the Declaration of Windhoek is celebrated worldwide as World Press Freedom Day.
The theme for 2018 is -- Keeping Power in Check: Media, Justice and The Rule of Law.
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