Gorakhpur: Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday underlined the need for greater coordination among different forms of journalism, cautioning that inconsistencies in reporting could confuse the public and erode trust in the media.Addressing the oath-taking ceremony of the newly elected executive body of the Gorakhpur Journalists Press Club at a function held at Civil Lines, the CM said that print, visual, digital and social media must work in sync and adhere to shared standards and values. “If the same fact is presented differently across platforms, it creates confusion among people and weakens credibility,” he said.Highlighting the challenges faced by modern journalism, the CM noted that while print and electronic media follow established codes of conduct, social media still needs to align with these norms. He cautioned against ‘unrestrained journalism’ and stressed the importance of discipline, ethics and responsibility. He said that there is a section within the media today that misleads society and contributes to unrest and stressed the need to remain cautious of such tendencies.Yogi said journalism in India has historically been rooted in nation-building and public service and should continue to uphold these ideals. He also warned against sections of media that allegedly spread misinformation and unrest, urging journalists to remain vigilant and committed to truth. Emphasising the role of constructive criticism in a democracy, he said criticism should not be viewed as personal hostility but as part of healthy dialogue. “Journalism is a mirror of society and its credibility depends on presenting facts without bias,” he added.Marking 200 years of Hindi journalism, the CM recalled the launch of Udant Martand in 1826 by Jugal Kishore Shukla, noting its role in strengthening the freedom movement. He reiterated the state govt’s zero-tolerance policy towards crime and corruption and highlighted welfare measures for journalists.
