Kathmandu. Inspector General of Nepal Police Dan Bahadur Karki has said that fair, factual and bold reporting is expected from journalists.

Less than 24 hours after the arrest of journalists from various media houses, IGP Karki said that the Nepal Police is committed to ensuring that there is no obstruction in the course of journalism.

Karki said that the police will always expect fair, factual and bold reporting from journalists through the social network Facebook. He has mentioned that the Nepal Police is firmly committed to provide all possible assistance so that there is no hindrance in communication.

He also said that the role of media workers is important in reducing the loss of public property during disasters. He said that media workers play an important role in conveying the right information to the citizens at the right time at a sensitive time.

Inspector General Karki has said that the Nepal Police will remain active as always to fulfill its primary responsibility in protecting public property from disasters.