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PCI expresses concern over 'misbehaviour' with journalist by Mumbai police

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Press Trust of India New Delhi
Last Updated : Nov 29 2018 | 8:35 PM IST

The Press Council of India (PCI) Thursday took note of the alleged misbehaviour with the journalist of a daily in Mumbai by the local police and said it views with concern such incidents.

A statement by the Council referred to the Tuesday incident at Azad Maidan in Mumbai during coverage of the protest against a proposed oil refinery.

"A Notice for Statement in Reply has been issued to the government of Maharashtra and the concerned sub-inspector.The Council views with concern such incident, which tends to undermines the freedom of press," the statement said.

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First Published: Nov 29 2018 | 8:35 PM IST

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