Press Club executives calls on Governor

GANGTOK,: A delegation of the newly-elected executive committee of Press Club of Sikkim (PCS), led by its president Samir Hang Limboo, called on Governor Om Prakash Mathur at Lok Bhavan here on Saturday.

During the courtesy meeting, Limboo introduced the newly elected office-bearers to the Governor and briefed him about the activities and functioning of the Press Club of Sikkim, informs a Lok Bhavan release.

Congratulating new president Limboo and other executive members, the Governor urged journalists to project Sikkim’s unique identity and other developments in national media. He stressed the need for wider media coverage of Sikkim's rich flora and fauna, natural beauty and cultural heritage. 

The Governor also stressed the importance of upholding the core values of journalism amid the rapidly changing media landscape.

Referring to the 1967 Indo-China clashes at Nathu La and Cho La, Mathur said, “Many people of our country are still unaware of Sikkim’s rich military history and other various facts where India won the war against China under the heroic leadership of Major General Sagat Singh. Such Shaurya Gatha of the armed forces must be highlighted in the media to inspire the youth and foster a strong sense of nationalism.”

Emphasising the role of the media in society, the Governor said journalists should focus on grassroots reporting by highlighting issues, achievements and developmental initiatives.

The Governor spoke about the digital age of journalism and stated that a revolution has taken place that has reshaped the 'Patrakarita'. He mentioned that the internet has now become a catalyst for change, offering journalists boundless opportunities to disseminate stories and other news across platforms in real time.  He asked journalists to utilize digital platforms responsibly for wider media coverage of the State.

During the meeting, Limboo, on behalf of PCS, extended a formal invitation to the Governor to attend the 24th Foundation Day celebrations of the Press Club of Sikkim, scheduled to be held on July 17.