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Hans India
4 hours ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Journalists' role is vital in social development
Vizianagaram: District Collector Dr BR Ambedkar emphasized that journalists play a vital role in the development of society. While speaking in 68th Foundation Day celebrations of the Andhra Pradesh Union of Working Journalists (APUWJ), held here, he said that Journalist are playing responsible role in enlightening the public in many ways. Ambedkar lauded journalists for their relentless efforts in serving public welfare and societal development despite facing many challenges. 'Journalism is a profession full of trials, but it alone has the power to bring out both the good and the bad in society,' he said. He assured support in addressing journalists' issues and promised to contribute towards the payment of health insurance premiums for local journalists. Superintendent of Police Vakul Jindal, in his remarks, acknowledged the significant cooperation extended by journalists to the police department. He announced that vehicle stickers with QR codes would soon be issued to journalists to prevent misuse and counter forgeries. Khaleel Baba praised journalists for risking their lives in the line of duty and urged the government to extend greater support to the families of journalists, especially those with limited income. As part of the celebrations, around 90 senior journalists who have completed 30 years of service were felicitated by the Collector and SP with mementos in recognition of their contributions to thefield.
The Hindu
a day ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Media-govt. ties key to progress: Collector
Vizianagaram District Collector B.R. Ambedkar on Sunday said that healthy relations between media and the administration will benefit society in all aspects. It will also make officials take corrective steps wherever necessary. Alongside Superintendent of Police Vakul Jindal, the Collector felicitated 40 journalists on the occasion of the 68th Foundation Day of the Andhra Pradesh Union of Working Journalists. Speaking at the event, Mr. Ambedkar promised to resolve all pending issues concerning journalists including the distribution of house sites, accreditation cards and other welfare measure. APUWJ State secretary P.S.S.V. Prasada Rao, the Association district president V.M. Mahapatro said that the government had issues many G.O.s with regard to the welfare of journalists,' with the persistent efforts of the Association. Attending the event were The Association vice-president Panchadi Apparao, Small Papers Association president K.J. Sarma, secretary Samudrala Nagaraju and others.
Hans India
06-08-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Solve journos' issues, demands APUWJ
Kurnool: The leaders of the Andhra Pradesh Union of Working Journalists (APUWJ) on Tuesday demanded that the problems faced by journalists in the State be resolved immediately. They held a dharna in front of the Kurnool Collectorate as part of the Demands Day as called by the APUWJ Rashtra Samithi. Speaking on the occasion, the leaders said that the government should not extend the old accreditation cards instead give new cards. They demand that representation of journalist unions should be present in the state and district level accreditation committees and added that the health scheme should be made more beneficial for working journalists. The accident insurance scheme should be implemented immediately, as well as 50 per cent fee subsidy for children of journalists in private and Corporate Schools, they said. They demanded houses should be provided to the journalists as promised by the coalition government in their manifesto They noted that the State government should begin pension scheme to the retired scribes like Tamil Nadu and Bihar They urged for railway passes for the journos. Later, a petition was submitted to DRO Ventanarayanamma. The programme was attended by APUWJ District Honorary Subbaiah, Honorary Advisor Krishna Reddy, State Vice President Kondappa, District President Nagaraju, District General Secretary Srinivasulu Goud, leaders Anji, Dastagiri, Shiva, Avinash, Malli, Hussain, and Chiranjeevi others.
The Hindu
25-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Andhra Pradesh government committed to journalists' welfare, say Ministers
The State government is committed to the welfare of journalists and all promises made in the joint manifesto of the coalition parties will be implemented, said Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar, while attending the 36th State Maha Sabha of the Andhra Pradesh Union of Working Journalists (APUWJ) held in Ongole on Wednesday. Addressing the gathering, he emphasised the crucial role journalists play in shaping the society. He lauded their unwavering service, often in challenging situations such as natural disasters, wars and critical national events, without expecting personal gain. The housing plots were allotted to journalists during the tenure of the previous Telugu Desam Party (TDP) government but YSR Congress Party-led government has ignored and neglected the journalist welfare initiatives, Mr. Ravi Kumar alleged. He announced that the government will soon revive the insurance facility which was available to the journalists in the TDP rule. He added that he had already facilitated housing plots for some journalists and is currently working to provide accessible plots for others as well. He stated that steps are being taken to issue accreditation cards to all working journalists in the State. He has already discussed this with the Minister concerned and assured that the process will start soon. Social Welfare Minister Dr. Dola Sree Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy said that the coalition government will always be at the forefront in providing benefits to the journalists. He said that the government will promote the welfare of the journalists. He informed that a committee of Ministers has been appointed to look into the issue of the accreditation cards. The event saw participation from Water Resources Minister Nimmala Rama Naidu, several MLAs, and a large number of journalist union leaders as well as members of the APUWJ.
The Hindu
24-06-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
APUWJ calls for fight against fake news
The Andhra Pradesh Union of Working Journalists (APUWJ) waged a war against fake news on social media by organising a seminar on 'Artificial Intelligence-Social Media-Fact Finding' as a part of its 36th State Maha Sabha, in Ongole on Tuesday . The seminar was presided over by APUWJ State President I.V. Subba Rao. The keynote speakers provided awareness on artificial intelligence, social media, and the approach to deal with the false stories. Chairman of Telangana State Press Academy K. Sreenivas Reddy said that A.P. will be at the forefront in the use of IT and AI, and the journalists should stop spreading false propaganda and write true stories. He said that the false stories will leave democracy in a very miserable state. 'As journalists, we have a responsibility to denounce fake news stories coming through social media. We should focus on stories that are useful to the society by absorbing the emerging knowledge and sharpening our intellectual power,' he added. AP Press Academy Chairman Alapati Suresh said that the journalists should emphasise that there is nothing greater than the human brain and the journalists should spread only true stories. Satyendra Narayan Sinha, former president of Indian Journalists Union (IJU), also spoke at the seminar.
