Federation of Nepali Journalists has demanded the immediate release of journalists Anish Tamang and Durga Lal Tamang.
Earlier on Sunday, police had arrested the editor of Ujjyalo Network Online, Anish, from his office and General Manager of Ujjyalo Network, Durga Lal, from Basundhara.
Condemning the arrest of both the journalists, FNJ has asked the administration to immediately stop such acts.
Likewise, Patan High Court on Sunday ordered the police not to arrest the duo until the issue related to the news was settled after hearing the case filed by editor Tamang.
Similarly, Press Council Nepal has already looked into the news published by the online portal under its jurisdiction.
A press release issued by FNJ reads, "Arresting the journalists from their office is a direct interference on the constitution and is against democratic practices. This act has also made it clear that the government has disobeyed the court's order."
The FNJ added that it will be compelled to launch an agitation if the journalists are not released immediately.
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