Press Club of India Calls for Action Following Attack on Asomiya Pratidin Office
Press Club of India condemns attack on office of Assamese daily, seeks action against perpetrators
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The Press Club of India has condemned the vandalism at the Lakhimpur office of the Assamese daily Asomiya Pratidin, which occurred shortly after remarks by Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The PCI demands accountability for the perpetrators amid ongoing Assembly elections.
- 01The Press Club of India condemned the attack on Asomiya Pratidin's office.
- 02The vandalism occurred on April 10, 2026, during Assam's Assembly elections.
- 03The attack followed comments made by Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.
- 04The PCI is calling for action against the unidentified perpetrators.
- 05This incident raises concerns about press freedom in the region.
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On April 13, 2026, the Press Club of India (PCI) expressed strong condemnation of the attack on the Lakhimpur office of the Assamese daily Asomiya Pratidin, which occurred on April 10, 2026. The vandalism took place just hours after Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma criticized the Pratidin media group and the Assamese news channel DY365. The PCI's statement highlights the troubling implications for press freedom during a politically sensitive period, as the state is currently undergoing Assembly elections. The organization is urging authorities to take swift action against the unidentified individuals responsible for this attack, emphasizing the need for accountability in protecting journalistic institutions.
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This incident highlights the risks faced by journalists and media organizations in Assam, particularly during election periods.
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