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Former MLA Rachamallu Warns Against Targeting Journalists, Calls It ‘Failure Of Democracy’

Saturday, April 25, 2026 8:21

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Proddatur – Andhra Pradesh: Former MLA Rachamallu Sivaprasad Reddy on Saturday strongly condemned the filing of police cases against journalists and a YouTuber, calling it a serious threat to democratic values. Addressing a press conference in Proddatur, he warned that intimidation of media personnel reflects a failure of democracy and pledged full support to journalists facing such actions.

Strong objection to cases against media

Rachamallu expressed concern over reports of police action against a YouTuber and alleged harassment of journalists. He said that filing cases against newspapers, news channels, reporters, and digital content creators is “unbecoming in a democracy.”

‘Threats to journalists undermine democracy’

He criticized practices such as summoning reporters to police stations, issuing threats, and registering what he termed as false cases. According to him, such actions not only intimidate the media but also weaken the democratic framework.

“The day journalists are unable to report freely is the day democracy can be considered to have failed,” Rachamallu remarked.

Appeal to police authorities

Rachamallu urged the police to refrain from actions that could be perceived as curbing press freedom. He cautioned that officials would be held accountable in the future for any misuse of authority against journalists.

Assurance of support to journalists

Reaffirming his stand, the former MLA said he would personally stand by journalists in Proddatur if false cases are registered against them. He added that he would visit police stations and extend support to ensure justice and protect journalistic freedom.

Call for protecting press freedom

Rachamallu emphasized that safeguarding the independence of the media is essential for a healthy democracy and called for responsible conduct by authorities in dealing with journalists.

(Source: IAIJ/BIN/DPJB)

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