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Justice S. Muralidhar Stresses Safe Media in Pradyumna Bal Memorial Lecture
✍️ Pragativadi
🗓 08 Nov 2026, 07:22 AM
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Justice S. Muralidhar highlighted the need for a safe media as essential for a robust democracy while delivering the Pradyumna Bal Memorial Lecture.
Justice S. Muralidhar addressed an audience at the Pradyumna Bal Memorial Lecture, underscoring that a free yet safe media environment is a cornerstone of a strong democratic system. He noted that media freedom must be balanced with responsibility to prevent misinformation and protect public discourse.
The lecture, organized by the Pradyumna Bal Memorial Trust, brought together legal scholars, journalists and civil‑society representatives to discuss challenges facing Indian media today. Muralidhar emphasized the role of courts and legislative frameworks in safeguarding press freedom while curbing abusive practices.
He called for collaborative efforts among media houses, regulators and the judiciary to create standards that uphold truth, accountability and public interest. The speech reaffirmed the judiciary's commitment to defending democratic values through a resilient and ethical press.
The event concluded with a brief question‑and‑answer session, where participants sought clarification on implementing safeguards without stifling legitimate criticism. Muralidhar reiterated that a safe media is not an impediment to free speech but a necessary condition for an informed electorate.
The lecture adds to ongoing national debates on media regulation, reflecting broader concerns about fake news, digital platforms and the health of India’s democratic institutions.
The lecture, organized by the Pradyumna Bal Memorial Trust, brought together legal scholars, journalists and civil‑society representatives to discuss challenges facing Indian media today. Muralidhar emphasized the role of courts and legislative frameworks in safeguarding press freedom while curbing abusive practices.
He called for collaborative efforts among media houses, regulators and the judiciary to create standards that uphold truth, accountability and public interest. The speech reaffirmed the judiciary's commitment to defending democratic values through a resilient and ethical press.
The event concluded with a brief question‑and‑answer session, where participants sought clarification on implementing safeguards without stifling legitimate criticism. Muralidhar reiterated that a safe media is not an impediment to free speech but a necessary condition for an informed electorate.
The lecture adds to ongoing national debates on media regulation, reflecting broader concerns about fake news, digital platforms and the health of India’s democratic institutions.