Journalism Is Not Just Disseminating News, It Is Educating People: RSS Sarkaryavah Dattatreya Hosabale
Organiser drew strength from the collective consciousness of the society – VP C.P. Radhakrishnan
GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 4th July: RSS Sarkaryavah Dattatreya Hosabale on Saturday said journalism is not merely about disseminating news but also about educating people and shaping public opinion, as he praised Organiser for its eight decades of contribution to nationalist journalism and public discourse.
Addressing the valedictory session of the “Organiser: 80 Years of Media Movement” programme in New Delhi, Hosabale described the weekly as a “thought movement” rooted in ethical journalism and a strong advocate of press freedom. He said the publication has consistently shaped nationalist thought, arguments and public discourse since its inception.
Recalling his student days in Bengaluru, Hosabale said Organiser played a significant role in shaping his ideas and personality, describing it as a “distant and affectionate teacher.” He noted that the publication has nurtured hundreds of journalists and writers who have contributed to nationalist discourse across the country.
Emphasising the role of the media, Hosabale said journalism should not be driven solely by commercial interests but should remain committed to idealism, ethics and national interest. He also paid tribute to former Organiser editor K. R. Malkani, calling him a champion of free speech and democracy who stood firm during the Emergency.
Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan, who attended the event as the chief guest, described Organiser as a publication that has drawn strength from the collective consciousness of society and played an important role in shaping nationalist journalism since Independence.
Radhakrishnan said the weekly emerged during one of India’s most challenging periods and gave voice to the concerns of the people, including refugees during Partition. He noted that the publication has consistently highlighted issues relating to national unity, integrity, culture and security.
The Vice President said Organiser has raised important national issues over the decades, including developments in Jammu and Kashmir, the death of Syama Prasad Mookerjee and the demise of Lal Bahadur Shastri. He added that the publication now reaches readers in more than 54 countries and serves as an important historical record of post-Independence India.
The event commemorated 80 years of Organiser’s publication, with speakers highlighting its role in promoting ethical journalism, preserving civilisational values and contributing to national discourse.
