India's Press Freedom Index score has registered a significant decline between 2015 and 2026, falling from 59.51 to 31.96. This decline highlights concerns regarding media freedom and the working environment for journalists in India. The Press Freedom Index is an annual global indicator assessing journalists' freedom and safety across different countries.
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India's Press Freedom Index Score Declines Sharply from 59.51 (2015) to 31.96 (2026)
Key Points
- India's Press Freedom Index score has registered a significant decline between 2015 and 2026, falling from 59.51 to 31.96
- This decline highlights concerns regarding media freedom and the working environment for journalists in India
- The Press Freedom Index is an annual global indicator assessing journalists' freedom and safety across different countries
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India Press Freedom Index: 59.51 (2015) → 31.96 (2026); sharp decline. Index: annual assessment of media freedom and journalist safety. Reporters Without Borders (RSF): publishes the Press Freedom Index.
