Media has the power not only to inform but also to prevent tragedies by amplifying public issues at the right time. Unfortunately, in most cases, media houses and official agencies reach the spot only after an incident has occurred. By then, the loss is irreversible and coverage becomes reactive rather than preventive.
Repeated public complaints about unsafe roads, faulty infrastructure, negligence, and delayed responses often go unnoticed until they result in loss of precious lives. If media houses consistently highlighted these issues beforehand and demanded accountability, many tragedies could be avoided. Journalism should serve as an early warning system for society, not merely a recorder of disasters.
I hope media organizations will recognize their responsibility toward public safety and prioritize issues that matter before it is too late.
