November 16 is marked as National Press Day in India, commemorating the establishment of the Press Council of India (PCI) in 1966.

• It is an occasion to recognise the role of the press in India.
• In a democratic society like India, the press is often referred to as the “fourth pillar of democracy”. It has the power to hold the government accountable and disseminate news and information freely.
• The PCI was formed under the Press Council Act passed by Parliament to safeguard the freedom of the press.