Talking to media persons on the sideline of an award function here Dr.Singh said that the government was very serious on the issues of black money and corruption, but there is no magic wand available with him to correct everything immediately.
On Lok Pal Bill, the Prime Minister said that everything is before the Drafting Committee and therefore it would not be proper for him to comment on it.
In reply to a query on former IT Minister Dayanidhi Maran’s alleged involvement in 2G scam, Dr. Singh said that the matter is before the law enforcement agency and appropriate action will be taken.
PM concern over paid news
Earlier Prime Minister gave away KC Kulish International Award for excellence in Media and journalism instituted by the Hindi daily. Speaking on the occasion he said that the issue of paid news is a serious concern.
He said such irresponsible reporting lowers the dignity attached with journalism. Singh said their coverage should not induce speculations that can prove detrimental for the society.
“I am confident that people concerned with the media will try to remove lacunae in the coming days,” he said.
The Prime Minister said that in the fast-changing world, everybody should strive to ensure that no instability and tension is created in society.
“Media, especially language media, has the duty to ensure that our separate identity, values and culture remain intact while taking steps to make the country modern,” he said.
“It is the duty of all kinds of media to promote constructive debate on those issues which are important for all our countrymen, especially those socially and economically backward”, he added.
