Swaraj India condemns Modi Govt’s attempt to muzzle the few independent voices in the media.

Panchkula-4 Nov, 2016
It is no secret that the present Government has used its might to curb any independent institutions ever since it has come to power. This includes threatening the CAG, appointing dummies in constitutional bodies like CVC, universities, and educational institutions. And now it has started targeting judiciary and media! Banning NDTV, one of the most responsible channels, is a clear indication that the present Government is intolerant to any independent voices. The message is loud and clear – “Either fall in line, or get muzzled!”
However, it is heartening to see that the Editors’ guild stands firm by NDTV and is questioning the Government on its unholy intent of subverting press freedom. As it is the reason cited for ban on NDTV is flimsy, since NDTV had aired what was already in public domain through print coverage and other media coverage on Pathankot episode. It indeed is a matter of concern that the Government overstepped its authority, by-passed any judicial interventions and has passed a judgment despite a clarification by the media house on a show-cause notice.
Swaraj India stands by Editors’ Guild as it demands that the ban on NDTV be revoked immediately. We call upon all media houses, civil organizations and citizen’s movements to stand against such efforts by the Central Government that threaten our fundamental rights and are aimed at arm-twistin