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Manipur Press Bodies Alarmed Over Unauthorised Media Content Reproduction
✍️ Northeast Today
🗓 14 Aug 2026, 09:38 PM
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Journalists and editors in Manipur have voiced concerns after discovering that media content is being reproduced without permission, urging stricter enforcement of copyright laws.
Journalists and editors across Manipur have raised a formal alarm after reports surfaced that media content—ranging from news articles to photographs and videos—has been reproduced without the necessary permissions. The collective, comprising the Manipur Journalists Association and the Editors' Council, highlighted the growing trend of unauthorized use on social media platforms and other outlets.
The bodies called for immediate action from state authorities and media regulatory agencies to enforce existing copyright laws and protect the intellectual property rights of content creators. They also urged the government to provide clearer guidelines and support mechanisms for journalists facing infringement.
In a statement, the press bodies announced plans to conduct workshops and legal aid sessions for media professionals, aiming to educate them on copyright compliance and the steps to take when their work is misused. The initiative reflects a broader push within Manipur’s media community to safeguard journalistic integrity and ensure fair compensation for original content.
The bodies called for immediate action from state authorities and media regulatory agencies to enforce existing copyright laws and protect the intellectual property rights of content creators. They also urged the government to provide clearer guidelines and support mechanisms for journalists facing infringement.
In a statement, the press bodies announced plans to conduct workshops and legal aid sessions for media professionals, aiming to educate them on copyright compliance and the steps to take when their work is misused. The initiative reflects a broader push within Manipur’s media community to safeguard journalistic integrity and ensure fair compensation for original content.