Nepal - Elections lead to violence against journalists, media

Reporters without borders

The constituent assembly elections held on 19 November and the general strike call issued on 12 November have created a climate of social tension that has directly affected the news media. Caught between election supporters and opponents, the media have been the victims of violence. “The incidents involving the media testify to how little freedom of information the authorities have allowed, especially during the elections,” Reporters Without Borders said. “Many opposition newspaper have (...)

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