Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Aug 17: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha launched News 18 Network’s new News Channel `News 18 Jammu Kashmir Ladakh Himachal’ in Srinagar and described it as a big feat in the media industry.
“The launch of News 18 Jammu Kashmir Ladakh Himachal by Network 18 is a massive achievement for the entire media fraternity of the country. I wish you a huge success for this new channel. I welcome the initiative of Network 18 of reaching the people of this region via their new channel,” Sinha said.
The Lieutenant Governor said, “There are 392 news channels in the country, which is even more than the United States of America which has close to 100 channels, this speaks volume of the freedom of the media and true nature of democracy in India.”
He added, “This also shows the importance of the fourth pillar of democracy. I also welcome the initiative of Network18 of reaching the people through three more languages. I have been told that Network18 has already been presenting news in 15 languages and I am hopeful that it will strive to include all regional languages.”
Commenting on the role of media, he said, “Whether it is highlighting the developmental work, campaigning against corruption or promoting the economic and social awareness, the media has played an immensely importantly role, which I have seen very closely.”
“Directly or indirectly, the media has played an important role, and has provided a platform for a wider vision and approach. In the public office, I welcome the scrutiny by the media, especially reports which are based on fact, not only improves governance but also strengthens the democratic institutions,” he added.
Remembering the independence struggle, Sinha said “There are numerous occasions, since the independence, when the media through good reporting and balanced reporting has changed the public opinion and helped the nation. It has also help unmask those who used to work against the nation due to vested interests. On this AmritMahotsav, I would also want admit that whenever there has been a crisis situation, or a challenge to the integrity of the nation, the media has played a very important role.”
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