Jakarta, Feb. 9 -- Speaker of the House of Representatives (DPR) Puan Maharani hoped that the mass media uses the National Press Day momentum, that is celebrated every February 9, to strengthen commitment to maintaining democracy in Indonesia.

"Happy National Press Day 2025! The mass media and press personnel must remember their role as watchdogs of the government's activities and as defenders of people's rights," Maharani stated here on Sunday.

Maharani acknowledged the significant role played by the media during the 2024 General Elections, including the presidential election, the legislative election, and the regional head election (Pilkada).

While she recognized the press as a key factor in the success of the general elections, she ...