Editor at https://ramechhaptimes.com.np/ Milan Bk received threat of attack for covering news on March 16. The online is operated from Ramechhap, Bagmati province of Nepal.
Talking to Freedom Forum, editor BK shared that he had published a video interview with Kamala Basnet, an agent of Nepal Life Insurance Company, on the news portal and its Facebook page. In the video, BK questioned Basnet based on complaints received from customers. Following its publication, Basnet called the editor and threatened him with physical assault for sharing the interview.
Then, editor BK reported the incident to the District Police Office. On March 17, during a meeting held at the police office, agent Basnet apologized to the editor, according to BK.
Freedom Forum takes note of this case as a violation of press freedom. While the apology is a positive step, the threat against a journalist for his reporting remains deplorable.
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