Guwahati, March 30 -- Following the recent arrest of journalist covering a protest, the Gauhati Press Club (GPC) has urged the government to introduce a law ensuring the safety and security of on duty media personnel.

Senior journalists and members of the GPC in a meeting held at the Press Club premises on Sunday, discussed on the problems faced by media professionals.

Later, the club issued a statement stating the urgent need for a "Protection of Journalists While Working Act" to safeguard reporters in the field.

The statement urged for official recognition of journalists through government-issued ID cards, in addition to identity cards from their respective institutions and accredited journalist organizations.

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