ITANAGAR, Sep 6: The Arunachal Press Club, Arunachal Pradesh Union of Working Journalists (APUWJ) and Arunachal Electronic Media Association (AEMA) today strongly condemned the killing of journalist Gauri Lankesh.

In a joint statement, the media bodies said that the country has lost an admirable woman scribe whose thoughts and opinions gave insight and dimension to issues that many dared not articulate.

 “We strongly condemn the violent and heartless attack on journalist Gauri Lankesh,” the organizations said adding that Lankesh was the voice of the oppressed and was known for her brave stand, honest views on issues of secularism and women's rights.

  Strongly condemning the fatal attack on Lankesh, the media bodies extended its solidarity with the bereaved family, friends and well-wishers and urged the authorities to ensure that justice is delivered

 Lankesh (55) was shot dead by unidentified assailants at her Bengaluru residence on Tuesday evening.

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Kenter Joya Riba

(Managing Editor)
      She is a graduate in Science with post graduation in Sociology from University of Pune. She has been in the media industry for nearly a decade. Before turning to print business, she has been associated with radio and television.
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