Prakash Javadekar: 'Press freedom is essence of a vibrant democracy'

National Press Day is celebrated on November 16 to commemorate the establishment of the Press Council of India. Formed in 1966, the Press Council keeps a check on the quality of reportage provided by the Indian press. It also ensures that journalistic objectivity is not compromised due to "influence or threats of any extraneous factors." Union Minister for Information and Broadcast and BJP leader Prakash Javadekar took to Twitter and tweeted, "Press freedom is the essence of a vibrant democracy."

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The Union Minister's complete tweet:

'Salute to all hardworking journalists' tweets CM of Arunachal Pradesh Pema Khandu

'My salutations to your unwavering commitment' tweets Gajendra Singh Shekhawat

'Press is the 4th Pillar of Democracy' tweets Deputy Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh Chowna Mein

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