Union minister Amit Shah on Sunday said Parsis have made silent but immense contribution to India`s development, and lauded the role of Gujarati newspaper Mumbai Samachar in that journey.
Speaking after releasing the documentary film `Mumbai Samachar- 200 Not Out`, which chronicles the remarkable 200-year journey of Asia`s oldest newspaper, Shah said the Camas, who run it exemplify journalism of trust.
Entering its 203rd year of publication, Mumbai Samachar has become an integral part of Mumbai`s identity.
“Dynasties don`t last 200 years here but a newspaper has lasted for so long,” Shah said. Terming Mumbai Samachar as a trusted news organization, he recalled an an old saying that everything printed in Mumbai Samachar is true.
Hormusji N Cama, the managing director of the Mumbai Samachar, was present at the event.
`Mumbai Samachar- 200 Not Out` delves into the newspaper`s pivotal role in the freedom movement, its unwavering commitment to unbiased reporting and the secrets behind its enduring success.
The documentary was released simultaneously in 40 countries, offering a historical perspective not only for Mumbai Samachar but also for the entire newspaper industry.
The trailer for `Mumbai Samachar- 200 Not Out` was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the newspaper`s bicentenary event in June 2022.
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