Keonjhar: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has directed the Information and Public Relations department to take measures to ensure the welfare, protection, and social security of journalists.
The NHRC issued the order on January 1 in response to a petition filed by senior lawyer and human rights activist Radhakanta Tripathi October 24, 2024.
Tripathi’s petition was based on Justice Malathia’s report concerning the welfare of journalists. In his petition, Tripathi highlighted that financial benefits recommended by the Central government for journalists’ welfare have not been implemented, and the human rights of journalists are being violated.
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He presented evidence to the apex rights body regarding the various challenges faced by journalists, steps taken by the government in the past, and the need for these measures to be effectively implemented.
The NHRC has instructed the Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, as well as the Chief Secretaries of all states, to provide a comprehensive report on the matter.
PNN
