Will deliver pre-poll promises: Bimol
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, June 05 2024:
Every effort will be put in to keep and deliver on the promises made before elections, said MP elect Dr Angomcha Bimol Akoijam talking to media persons at his residence at Keishamthong today.
Interacting with the reporters, Dr Bimol said media has a very important role in a democracy and he would not overlook it when he discharge his duties as an MP.
The Media's role in upholding democracy and bringing positive changes in society is huge, he said.
Talking about democracy, and how information helps shape a society, he said when the media is considered the fourth pillar of democracy, social media is now emerging as the fifth pillar.
Dr Bimol said he has been contributing articles to media for the last 40 years.
The first article he contributed was titled "Kangleicha Amasung Kangleipakki Wakhallon Sagatpa Phei" and it was published in a journal called "Lanmei Thanbi", he said.
Media is a place where people express their aspirations and thoughts and at the same time get information.
Restrictions on publishing information and the media not publishing a particular event result in concealing of information from the public.
These are concerns that need discussions, he said.
He said the media, as it has a very important role to play in a democracy, must strive to publish information on major issues in time.
There have been instances where the media fell short of publishing valuable information in time, he added, hinting that the media should also point out the flaws of the Government.
Giving examples, he said after the State Government decided to scrap the Suspension of Operation (SoO) agreement, instead of recommending it to the Joint Monitoring Group (JMG), the State brought the matter to the Central Government.
The media should publish such information and development in time, he said.
He, however, stated that he is not overlooking the difficulties local media are facing and he understand them.
Dr Bimol said he will do his best to deliver on his promises.