Press Club Applauds HC Order on NewsClick Cases
‘The sole aim of the ED action was to induce a chilling effect on the functioning of free press’
The Press Club has expressed strong approval of a High Court decision that has quashed legal cases against NewsClick and its founder, Prabir Purkayastha. The organization stated that the Enforcement Directorate's actions were intended to create a "chilling effect" on the operations of a free press. This ruling is seen as a significant victory for media freedom and independence. The Press Club emphasized the importance of unhindered journalism in a democratic society. They believe this judgment will help protect journalists and media outlets from undue governmental pressure. The quashing of the cases is expected to allow NewsClick to resume its operations without legal impediments.
This ruling is significant for press freedom, indicating judicial protection against actions perceived as attempts to stifle independent media.
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