Minister Timilsina Emphasizes Citizen-Centric Journalism and Institutional Reform

Kathmandu. Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Dr. Vikram Timilsina, has stated that with the rapid development of information technology and the growing influence of 'digital media', the media should work with the voice of the citizens and social good at its center.

Speaking at a program organized here today to mark the 126th anniversary of Gorkhapatra Corporation, he emphasized the need to work with the expectations and trust of the citizens towards the media. He mentioned the need to make government institutions more professional and responsible in a timely manner, and instructed the employees to work responsibly and accountably for the benefit of the institution.

He stated that it is not enough to just point out long-standing problems, and that employees need a solution-oriented mindset and work style. He said that the restructuring of Gorkhapatra Corporation is imperative. He emphasized the need to prioritize the preservation, use, and ownership of the country's diversity and linguistic heritage, which enrich the nation.

Recalling the long history of Gorkhapatra, Minister Timilsina said that the style, technology, and working methods of journalism have undergone significant changes over time. He pointed out the need for Gorkhapatra to seriously review how it can make itself different, effective, and reliable compared to other media.

"Today is tomorrow's history. The good deeds done today will guide the future. Work in such a way that you make this institution worthy of pride," he instructed the employees.

"We are institutions that take salaries from the taxes paid by citizens and operate with government subsidies. Therefore, working for the benefit of the citizens is our primary responsibility," he said.

Communications Minister Timilsina also unveiled a replica of the Santali and Hayu language news pages published by Gorkhapatra starting today.