Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Nirman Conclave 2025 , organised by Kanak News in Bhubaneswar on Wednesday, saw senior journalist Ashutosh raise strong concerns about the changing landscape of journalism.

Speaking at the event, Ashutosh said journalism in the country has weakened over the past few years. He cited how American journalists still question powerful leaders like Donald Trump without hesitation, while many in India seem to have lost the courage to ask tough questions.

Ashutosh highlighted that questioning the authority was vital to India's freedom struggle and remains essential for a healthy democracy. “If Mahatma Gandhi had feared British repression or if Bhagat Singh had been afraid of the gallows, India would not have won independence,” he said, urging journalists to revive t

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