The decision to boycott these channels and anchors stems from allegations of provocative and communal debate shows that...
Digital Desk: In a significant development, the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (I.N.D.I.A) bloc, consisting of several opposition parties, declared their decision to boycott four TV news channels and 14 TV news anchors. The decision to boycott these channels and anchors stems from allegations of provocative and communal debate shows that they host, which the opposition leaders argue divert the nation's focus from pressing issues. The channels targeted for boycott include Times Now, Republic Bharat, Sudarshan News, and Doordarshan.
During a meeting of the I.N.D.I.A bloc, the Congress Party unveiled the list of TV anchors they intend to boycott, emphasizing the need for media responsibility and balanced reporting. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) also shared their list of boycotted TV news anchors, underscoring the unity among opposition parties in this stance.
Congress leader Pawan Khera shared the list, stating, "Pursuant to the decision taken by the I.N.D.I.A Coordination Committee in its meeting on September 13, 2023, the I.N.D.I.A parties will not send their representatives to the shows and events of the following anchors."
The anchors that have been boycotted by the I.N.D.I.A alliance are as follows:
The decision has already elicited strong responses from some of the boycotted anchors. Aaj Tak journalist Sudhir Chaudhary, who found his name on the list, took to Twitter to express his perspective. He remarked, "The TV anchors mentioned in the list refused to be boot-lickers and hence are being boycotted." Chaudhary's inclusion in the boycott list follows a recent controversy in which Karnataka police registered an FIR against him for allegedly conspiring to disrupt communal harmony during a show on Hind news channel Aaj Tak. The program in question addressed the state government's commercial vehicle subsidy scheme.
The boycott decision underscores the growing concern among opposition parties over the role of media in shaping public discourse and influencing political narratives. It also brings to the forefront the ongoing debate on media ethics and responsibility in India's dynamic media landscape. As the boycott takes effect, it remains to be seen how it will impact the channels and anchors involved and whether it will encourage a more balanced and responsible approach to news reporting.
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