'The press should be exponent of development'

The press should be the friend and exponent of National Development Programmes of a country, former Indian President Dr Abdul Kalam told newsmen in Jaffna.

He said politics is inextricably entwined with progress and development.

The press should instead of giving importance to political news lead the people in development activities of the country. They should be the torch bearers of national integration, development and unity.

He said the press should be committed to truth, justice and fairplay.