Media urged to act as public bridge amid rising misinformation threats

Shimla, Nov 16,

Speakers at the State-level National Press Day function in Shimla on Sunday underlined that the media’s foremost responsibility today is to act as a credible bridge between the government and the public, especially at a time when misinformation is spreading at unprecedented speed through digital platforms.

Presiding over the event, Technical Education Minister Rajesh Dharmani said that a transparent and responsible press is vital for keeping democracy vibrant. He noted that the media plays a key role in communicating public concerns to the administration and ensuring that the voices of marginalised sections are heard. In an era dominated by artificial intelligence, deepfakes and fast-moving content, he said the challenge of distinguishing truth from falsehood has multipli