Saptari based reporter to Rajdhani National daily and Prime Television, Manoj Majhi was attacked while reporting on October 13. Saptari lies in Madhesh Province of Nepal.
According to Majhi, he was covering a story related to a disputed land when he was attacked. "I was reporting on the land being fenced with support from the police after the court's order when a group of 40-50 people surrounded me. They seized my mobile, press identity card and pushed me", he said.
"They broke my mobile phone and tore my notebook and press card. This incident took place in front of the police persons. Later, police told me they had recorded a video of the incident and that they would take action against the attackers", reporter Majhi added.
Following the incident, Majhi lodged a complaint at District Police Office.
Freedom Forum condemns the attack and urges the concerned authority to ensure justice and safety for the journalist.
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