UN Agency Head Condemns Murder of Indian Journalist Over Oil Mafia Reporting

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The head of the United Nations agency defending press freedom has condemned the murder of an Indian journalist whose killing is believed to be linked to his reporting on the oil mafia in Mumbai. Irina Bokova, the Director-General of UNESCO, urged authorities to investigate the murder of Jyotirmoy Dey and bring the perpetrators to justice. Dey, a senior journalist and special investigations editor, was shot dead while riding his motorcycle in a suburb of Mumbai.

Key Takeaways:

  • The murder of Indian journalist Jyotirmoy Dey is believed to be linked to his reporting on the oil mafia in Mumbai.
  • Irina Bokova, the Director-General of UNESCO, condemned the murder and called for authorities to investigate and bring the perpetrators to justice.
  • Dey was a senior journalist and special investigations editor of the daily newspaper Midday and had recently published articles about the city's oil mafia.
  • The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) reported that Dey was shot dead as he was riding his motorcycle in a suburb of Mumbai.
  • Bokova emphasized the importance of journalists' role in serving as watchdogs and ensuring that informed citizens can take an active part in society.
  • The murder of Dey is a stark reminder of the risks and dangers faced by journalists around the world who report on sensitive and often powerful subjects.

Statistics:

  • Jyotirmoy Dey was 11 June 2011 when he was murdered.
  • Dey was a 45-year-old journalist at the time of his murder.
  • The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) is a global union of journalists that advocates for press freedom and the rights of journalists.
  • UNESCO is the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, which promotes peace and security through international cooperation in education, the sciences, and culture.
  • Hindustan Times reported that Dey had received numerous threats from the city's oil mafia in the past.

Sources:

  • UNESCO News Release (no date given)
  • International Federation of Journalists (no date given)
  • M2 PressWIRE (16 June 2011)