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2025 Aug Wed 17:56
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As the Maldives government pushes forward a controversial bill that critics say threatens press freedom, journalists take to the streets in a rare show of defiance.
A large number of citizens, including many MDP members, gathered in the region where the People’s Majlis is located, to protest against the controversial media control bill. Photo - RaajjeMV
Former Defence Minister and former MDP Chairperson Mariya stated that even if the media control bill is passed, it will not silence the people. Photo - RaajjeMV
There has been growing unease among reporters fighting to safeguard the country’s fragile media freedom. Photo - RaajjeMV
Journalists raise their voices against legislation that would tighten state control over independent journalism. Photo - RaajjeMV
Protesters stressed that the bill attempts to suppress journalism that exposes corruption and tells the truth about the state of the nation. Photo - RaajjeMV
As the protest intensified, police in the area began using excessive force to suppress demonstrators. Photo - RaajjeMV
Demonstrators voiced strong opposition to the proposed legislation, arguing that it poses a serious threat to transparency, press independence, and democratic accountability. Photo - RaajjeMV
Protesters stressed that the bill is far more restrictive than what a free society should accept. Photo - RaajjeMV
Journalists launched protests demanding the immediate rejection of a controversial bill submitted to the People’s Majlis, which they say threatens press freedom and seeks to tighten government control over independent media. Photo - RaajjeMV
The protest began at 8:30am on Wednesday, with journalists gathering near the People’s Majlis. Photo - RaajjeMV