Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik extended his greetings to all journalists and media persons on the occasion of National Press Day & International day for tolerance today.
Taking to Twitter, Patnaik commended their commitment to provide reliable and verified information to create an informed society and prevent ‘infodemic’ when the world faced an unprecedented pandemic.
Warm greetings to journalists and media persons on #NationalPressDay. Commend their commitment to provide reliable and verified information to create an informed society and prevent ‘infodemic’ when the world faced this unprecedented pandemic. pic.twitter.com/ZlJ2tQe9wb
— Naveen Patnaik (@Naveen_Odisha) November 16, 2021
National Press Day is observed every year on November 16. It is symbolic of a free and responsible press in India. This was the day on which the Press Council of India started functioning.
Mutual respect and tolerance among cultures and people are integral to build an inclusive society. On #InternationalDayForTolerance, let’s pledge to accept, respect and appreciate the rich diversity in society and foster understanding for a peaceful world. pic.twitter.com/KCYeZhdpVu
— Naveen Patnaik (@Naveen_Odisha) November 16, 2021
November 16 commemorates the International Day of Tolerance, every year. This is a UN declared day that aims at creating public awareness on the dangers of intolerance. What propelled the idea was the increasing need to ensure people are aware of the negativity that stems from intolerance. As a result, the UN General Assembly in order to promote tolerance as a staple of society amid general public and educational institutions came up with this.
