Kathmandu, May 3: The Federation of Nepali Journalists (FNJ) organised a rally, marking the World Press Freedom Day today. The rally themed ‘Shaping a Future at Peace: Promoting Press Freedom for Human Rights, Development and Safety’ was originated from the local Maitighar Mandal and converged into a corner meeting upon reaching New Baneshwor area.
National Human Rights Commission member Manoj Duwadi unveiled an annual report, reflecting the status of press freedom in the country. Describing press freedom and freedom of expression as a vital part of the human rights, he said that the NHRC always stands for protection and promotion of human rights.
FNJ Chair Nirmala Sharma said, “Press freedom and the freedom of expression are the constitutional rights, thus not to be hindered.” Nepal Bar Association Chair Pro Dr Bijay Prasad Mishra assured of a moral support in the legal remedy for any hindrance or obstruction regarding the freedom of expression and opinion.
