Why local news is the bedrock of democracy
When local papers close, corruption rises and civic participation falls. We should care.
By Rahul Karunakar, Editor-in-Chief
· 2 min read
Research across several countries shows the same pattern: when a local newspaper closes, municipal borrowing costs rise and fewer people vote.
Local journalism is not a nostalgic luxury. It is the infrastructure of accountability.
Supporting it — through subscriptions, philanthropy or public policy — is an investment in democracy itself.
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Rahul Karunakar
Editor-in-Chief
Rahul Karunakar is Editor-in-Chief of SKAAH Media, with 25+ years of experience in business journalism across Reuters, NDTV, and WION. An expert in macroeconomics, financial markets, and monetary policy, he leads editorial teams delivering trusted news across TV, web, and social platforms to mass audiences and institutional clients alike.
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