Ashok Gehlot Highlights the Revolutionary Role of Social Media in Democracy

Jaipur, June 30: The World Social Media Day was celebrated at the Constitution Club in Jaipur, led by former RTDC Chairman Dharmendra Rathore. Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot was the chief guest at the event, where he engaged in discussions with journalists from social media, digital media, print, and electronic outlets.

During the event, Gehlot, along with AICC Secretary CP Mittal, former minister Pratap Singh Khachariyawas, Jaipur City Congress Committee President Sunil Sharma, and organizer Dharmendra Rathore, shared their insights on the role of social and digital media.

Social Media is Safeguarding Democracy: Gehlot
Gehlot emphasized the crucial and revolutionary role of social media in today’s world. He pointed out that the media in the country is under pressure from the government and is fearful. He urged the media to perform its duties fearlessly.

He stated that since the advent of social media, it has played a vital role in preserving democracy in the country. Gehlot posed a significant question: what would the situation be like without social media? He noted that social media creates a stir in governments and amplifies the voice of the public.

Future Role of Social Media
Gehlot expressed optimism about the future, stating that social media will play a significant role in strengthening democratic values. He called for social media to continue pressing the government and raising public interest issues. He assured that efforts would be made to further empower social media in the coming times.

Khachariyawas: Social Media as a Powerful Voice for Change
Former minister Pratap Singh Khachariyawas remarked that media has the power to fight for truth at all times. He highlighted the critical responsibility of both traditional and social media in raising public interest issues. He believes that social media will emerge as a powerful voice for change in the future and expressed his support for journalists and social media representatives.

Emphasis on Strengthening Social Media
During the program, AICC Secretary CP Mittal and Jaipur City Congress Committee President Sunil Sharma also addressed the audience. They stressed the importance of strengthening social media, its responsibilities, and its democratic role.

Media professionals from various districts of Rajasthan participated in the discussions, addressing the current role of social media, its challenges, and key issues related to digital journalism.

Welcoming Guests
Organizer Dharmendra Rathore welcomed all guests and expressed gratitude to the journalists, social media representatives, and digital media personnel present at the event. He announced plans to honor journalists and digital media workers to boost their morale. Rathore emphasized that social media has become an effective medium for public dialogue and that strengthening it is essential.

Demand for Reinstating Social Media Policy
During the event, journalists connected to social media called for the reinstatement of the social media policy implemented during Gehlot’s tenure. They noted that this policy was discontinued by the current government. Social media representatives urged for the policy’s revival to empower journalists and effectively address public interest issues.

The event saw a significant turnout of journalists from Rajasthan’s print media, electronic media, social media influencers, and digital media.

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