National Press Day is celebrated every year on November 16 in India, highlighting the press's crucial role in democracy. The press is called the “Fourth Pillar of Democracy” for its role in informing the public and holding power accountable. The day commemorates the press's duty to report truthfully and ethically, promoting transparency and democracy. Established by the Press Council of India in 1966, National Press Day emphasizes press freedom and responsibility. The 2024 theme is "changing nature of the press," with the official event in Delhi, inaugurated by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.
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