The Meghalaya Editors’ and Publishers’ Association (MEPA) has honoured Princess Giri Rashir, the Meghalaya correspondent for EastMojo, at a special ceremony held at the Shillong Club. Rashir, who received the prestigious Ramnath Goenka Award for Excellence in Journalism on March 19, 2024, was felicitated alongside fellow award-winning journalist Alicia Bakor Phanwar.
Rashir was presented with a memento and a letter of appreciation by MEPA in recognition of her outstanding contribution to journalism. Her work with EastMojo has highlighted crucial issues in Meghalaya, bringing them to the forefront of national attention.
In her speech, Rashir expressed her gratitude to MEPA for the honour and emphasised the duty of journalists in Meghalaya to address the state’s concerns with sincerity and dedication. She stressed the importance of giving voice to local issues and ensuring they receive the national media attention they deserve.
Dear Reader,
Every day, our team at EastMojo travels through rain, rough roads, and remote hills to bring you stories that matter – stories from your town, your people, your Northeast.
We do this because we believe in truthful, independent journalism. No big corporate backing, no government pressure – just honest reporting by local journalists who live and breathe the same air you do.
But to keep doing this work, we need you. Your small contribution helps us pay our reporters fairly, reach places others ignore, and keep asking the tough questions.
If you believe the Northeast deserves its own fearless voice, stand with us.
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Thank you,
Karma Paljor
Editor-in-Chief, eastmojo.com
The felicitation programme was presided over by MEPA treasurer Banda Blah, with addresses by MEPA general secretary John W. Thabah, president R Monarch Shabong, vice president Rajib Choudhury, and advisor Patricia Mukhim. The event celebrated the achievements of both Rashir and Phanwar, with MEPA reiterating its commitment to supporting journalistic excellence in Meghalaya.
Alicia Bakor Phanwar, who was also felicitated at the event, won the ENBA Gold Award for Best News Producer on March 30, 2024. She highlighted the potential of Meghalaya to make its mark on national media, reflecting the sentiments expressed by Rashir.
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