All posts tagged: Mukesh Chandrakar Death

Key Accused In Chhattisgarh Journalist’s Murder Arrested In Hyderabad

Key Accused In Chhattisgarh Journalist’s Murder Arrested In Hyderabad

Published by Webster

The man accused of plotting the murder of journalist Mukesh Chandrakar, whose body was found in a septic tank in Chhattisgarh last week, was arrested in Hyderabad on Sunday night. Suresh Chandrakar, a distant relative of the journalist and a contractor, is believed to be the mastermind behind the murder. He had been missing since the murder came to light. According to the police, Suresh Chandrakar was hiding at his driver’s home in Hyderabad. To track him, the police reviewed footage from 200 CCTVs and traced nearly 300 mobile numbers. The police are currently questioning him, officials said. Earlier, four bank accounts linked to Suresh Chandrakar were frozen and an illegally constructed yard owned by him was demolished. Suresh Chandrakar’s wife has also been taken into custody in Chhattisgarh’s Kanker district and is being interrogated, officials added. Mukesh Chandrakar’s body was found in a septic tank in a shed owned by a contractor in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar last week. The independent journalist, who was also a contributing reporter for NDTV, was last seen leaving his home …

Mukesh Chandrakar: The Voice And Soul Of Bastar

Mukesh Chandrakar: The Voice And Soul Of Bastar

Published by Webster

In the dense forests of Bastar, where every rustling leaf speaks of struggle and courage, Mukesh Chandrakar emerged not just as a journalist but as a voice of the voiceless. For me, he wasn’t just a colleague; he was a companion-a confidant who shared in moments of love, laughter, and even scoldings. Mukesh was someone you couldn’t ignore, a relentless spirit who made you believe in the power of storytelling. A Friend, A Learner I remember how we used to talk every week, sometimes every 10 days. He would share stories about Bastar, his latest reports, or just chat about life. Once, I noticed he had a habit of wearing a chunni (scarf) during his piece-to-camera. I teased him about it, saying, “Mukesh, you’re a journalist. Project a professional image.” He laughed it off, but the next time he appeared on camera, the chunni was gone. That moment reflected his willingness to learn and adapt without taking offense. Patience In Tough Demands As editors, we often demand perfection-multiple takes, different angles, or additional shots. Mukesh …

Press Council seeks report from Chhattisgarh govt on Bastar journalist Mukesh Chandrakar’s murder

Press Council seeks report from Chhattisgarh govt on Bastar journalist Mukesh Chandrakar’s murder

Published by Parlour News

The Press Council of India (PCI) on Saturday (January 4, 2025) expressed concern over the suspected murder of a journalist in Chhattisgarh and sought a report from the State government. PCI Chairperson Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai took suo motu cognisance of the death of Mukesh Chandrakar in Bastar and called for a report on facts of the case from the state government, a PCI statement said. The Press Association and the Editors Guild of India also condemned the killing of the television journalist, and demanded the State government conduct a thorough investigation. Three persons have been detained in connection with the alleged killing of the 33-year-old. According to the police, the four accused identified so far include brothers Ritesh Chandrakar, Dinesh Chandrakar and Suresh Chandrakar who are construction contractors and Mahendra Ramteke, who is their employee. Suresh Chandrakar is absconding while the other three have been arrested. Mr. Chandrakar, a freelance journalist who had highlighted alleged irregularities in road construction, went missing on January 1, and his body was found on Friday in a septic …

Editors Guild On Journalist’s Body Found In Septic Tank

Editors Guild On Journalist’s Body Found In Septic Tank

Published by Webster

New Delhi: The Press Association and the Editors Guild of India on Saturday condemned the killing of a television journalist in Chhattisgarh and demanded that the state government conduct a thorough investigation into the case. Mukesh Chandrakar, a freelance journalist in Chhattisgarh who had highlighted alleged irregularities in road construction, was found dead in a septic tank on a local contractor’s property in Bijapur city on Friday. Three persons have been detained in connection with the murder of the 33-year-old journalist. “The young journalist’s death is a matter of grave concern as it raises suspicion of foul play. The Editors Guild calls on the government of Chhattisgarh to spare no effort in investigating the case swiftly and bringing the guilty to book,” the Guild said in a statement. The two media bodies also urged the Chhattisgarh government to take steps to protect journalists, particularly those involved in field reporting and investigative journalism. The Press Association, a leading body of journalists, said the tragic incident highlighted the urgent need for stronger safeguards to ensure journalists can …