Agartala, Tripura, 16th of November, 2025 : With the initiative of Information & Cultural Affairs (ICA) Department Government of Tripura National Press Day celebration 2025 has been organized at Sukanta Academy Auditorium, Agartala, Tripura on Sunday (16th November, 2025). In the presence of many distinguished dignitaries Hon’ble Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha inaugurated the programme by lighting the lamp.
Addressing at the celebration of National Press Day Hon’ble Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha said that maintaining political, social, and cultural harmony is one of the foremost responsibilities of journalists, as they serve as the mirror of society. Dr Saha said that accurate news dissemination is an art, and although journalism is a profession, it is best pursued with a sense of duty toward society.
This year’s theme for National Press Day is “Safeguarding Press Credibility Amidst Rising Misinformation.”
In his speech, the Chief Minister highlighted the crucial role of newspapers and journalists in upholding democracy.
He said that freedom of speech and expression are the lifeblood of the media, but journalists must remain alert and responsible while reporting any news.
“With the growing prevalence of misinformation on social media, he stated that all stakeholders must work together to overcome this challenge. Journalists of Tripura are in no way inferior in quality when compared to journalists from other states”, said Dr Saha.
The Chief Minister urged senior journalists to conduct monthly workshops to help young journalists enhance their skills and strengthen ethical journalism practices.
Referring to the murder of two journalists in the state in previous years, the Chief Minister assured that continuous efforts are being made to ensure justice for them.
Dr Saha also affirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring journalists’ safety and dignity, noting that various committees have already been formed by the ICA Department for journalists’ welfare, and their recommendations will be implemented in phases.
During the event, two senior journalists of the state Pranamay Saha of Amarpur and Anupam Bhattacharjee of Kailashahar were felicitated with shawls, mementos, and financial honorariums.
Amidst the other distinguished dignitaries there were Executive Editor Manas Pal, Editor Shanit Debroy, Agartala Press Club President Pranab Sarkar, Secretary of Information & Cultural Affairs (ICA) Department Dr. P. K. Chakraborty, Director of Information & Cultural Affairs (ICA) Department Bimbisar Bhattacharjee, senior journalists, many other dignitaries were present at the event.
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