World Press Freedom Day 2025:
May 3, 2025, marks the observance of World Press Freedom Day, a globally recognized occasion that honors the critical role of a free, independent, and pluralistic media in a democratic society. Celebrated annually since 1993, the day highlights the growing challenges faced by journalists worldwide from censorship to violence and calls on governments, civil society, and citizens to protect press freedom as a fundamental human right. The occasion emphasizes the public’s right to accurate information and the vital role journalists play in upholding transparency, accountability, and democracy.
