Kurnool: There has been a growing criticism against the coalition government in Kurnool district, as journalists and media organizations are reportedly facing increased harassment. Recently, Common Man YouTube Channel head and senior journalist Palluri Ramana was arrested by the police. This action came after Ramana posted news about Ministers Farooq and T.G. Bharat on his YouTube channel.
Ramana’s Arrest – A Controversial Incident:
A few days ago, senior journalist Palluri Ramana posted news on his YouTube channel regarding Ministers Farooq and T.G. Bharat. In a shocking turn of events, early in the morning on Thursday, the police went to Ramana’s house, causing panic among his family members. Ramana was arrested, and his fundamental rights to report freely were allegedly violated. The arrest has raised serious concerns about press freedom.
Journalists’ Associations Express Concern:
This arrest has been met with strong opposition from journalists’ associations and human rights organizations. “Targeting journalists who report on government officials is an attack on media freedom,” they have stated. They argue that such actions by the government threaten the independence of the media and undermine democracy.
Questions Raised About the Government:
“It’s essential for the government to respect democratic values and protect journalists’ freedoms,” said leaders of the journalists’ associations. “Obstructing independent media activities in this manner can be a significant barrier to democracy,” they added.
Report:
Currently, this incident is under intense scrutiny, with responses from the government, journalists’ associations, and democracy advocates. The government’s actions and decisions regarding press freedom are critical, as any further assault on journalists in Kurnool could lead to more severe criticism of the coalition government.
