They called me a “potato journalist”… Here’s the truth
Summary
A journalist recounts facing criticism for covering diverse beats and uncovers risky flight practices at Nepal Airlines Corporation under political pressure, highlighting challenges in aviation safety and information access.
Key Points
- The journalist faced criticism for being a 'potato journalist' due to covering multiple subjects instead of a single beat.
- A major investigative report exposed that Nepal Airlines Corporation's Wide-body-330 Makalu aircraft flew for 300 hours while skipping mandatory C-Check maintenance due to pressure from former Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli.
- The journalist encountered prolonged delays and obstructions when requesting information from Nepal Airlines Corporation under the Right to Information Act.
- Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal officials admitted to being pressured but only allowed a reduced extension of flight hours for the aircraft, highlighting regulatory challenges.
- The journalist's reporting spans multiple sectors including aviation, education, health, and government administration, illustrating versatility and dedication.
