KATHMANDU: The Federation of Nepali Journalists (FNJ) organized a rally to mark World Press Freedom Day, emphasizing the importance of a free press as a fundamental human right.
The rally, themed “Shaping a Future at Peace: Promoting Press Freedom for Human Rights, Development and Safety,” began at Maitighar Mandala and concluded with a corner meeting in the New Baneshwor area.
On the occasion, National Human Rights Commission member Manoj Duwadi unveiled the annual report on the status of press freedom in the country. Describing press freedom and freedom of expression as integral to human rights, he said the Commission remains committed to their protection and promotion.
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