Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik today said that a vigilant and free press is the fourth pillar of a vibrant democracy.
On the occasion of National Press Day today, the Odisha CM has extended warm greetings to journalists and media persons.
The CM also said that he is committed to upholding values of free & fair press.
Warm greetings to journalists and mediapersons on #NationalPressDay. A vigilant and free press is the fourth pillar of a vibrant democracy. I am committed to upholding values of free & fair press. pic.twitter.com/SnfYgMljCC
— Naveen Patnaik (@Naveen_Odisha) November 16, 2019
The National Press Day in India is celebrated in India on the 16th of November each year since 1966 as a symbol of a free and responsible press in the country.