New Delhi: The Information and Broadcasting Ministry on Wednesday issued an advisory to all print, electronic media, digital media, and private TV channels requesting them to display the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav logo during news programmes, reports, and bulletins.
In a letter to all newspapers and channels, the ministry said, country-wide celebrations are being undertaken under the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav campaign to commemorate the completion of 75 years of India’s Independence.
“The campaign celebrates the glorious history of the country’s freedom struggle and journey of socio-cultural, political and economic progress over the last 75 years. The Amrit Mahotsav commenced on March 12 this year will end on 15″ August 2023. In view of this, media platforms may consider displaying the official Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav logo during news programmes, reports, bulletins, especially while reporting on the matter relating to 75 years of India’s Independence so that viewers may be informed about the campaign and they take forward the spirit of “Jan Bhagidari” envisaged under the Mahotsav. It is advised to use the logo during the period of celebrations so that citizens are made aware of India’s rich history and commitment,” the advisory stated.
The Ministry also lauded Private Media’s role for consistently taking the lead in celebrating India’s patriotic spirit and national achievements.