Bhubaneswar: The Press Information Bureau (PIB), Bhubaneswar, organised a Regional Media Workshop titled “Vartalap” at Konark, focusing on strengthening collaboration between the government and the media for effective public communication. The workshop was attended by over 60 journalists from Konark and the surrounding areas.
Akhil Kumar Mishra, Additional Director General, PIB & CBC, emphasised the media’s crucial role in democracy, highlighting its responsibility to reflect reality and guide perception. He stressed the importance of credible and compassionate journalism, urging journalists to focus on developmental and human-interest stories that showcase the impact of government initiatives.
Kalyan Chakravarthy, Joint Commissioner, CGST Bhubaneswar, discussed GST reforms, highlighting their benefits in simplifying compliance, promoting ease of business, and ensuring transparency. Gurukalyana Mohapatra, Chief Editor of ‘Samaya’, spoke on the evolving media landscape and the ethical responsibility that comes with press freedom.
The workshop provided a platform for journalists to interact with government officials and discuss key issues. Pradeep Kumar Choudhury, Assistant Director, CBC, welcomed participants, while M.K. Jali, Deputy Director, PIB Bhubaneswar, delivered the Vote of Thanks. The event concluded with a renewed emphasis on collaboration between the government and media for effective public communication.
