New Delhi, May 31 -- Vice President CP Radhakrishnan on Sunday remarked that young people could end up following the "cockroach", in a veiled reference to the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), if positive initiatives and achievements are not highlighted sufficiently.

He underscored the importance of constructive journalism, saying it plays a vital role in guiding society and fostering public trust.

Addressing the 140th anniversary celebrations of the Malayalam daily Deepika as the chief guest, Radhakrishnan stressed that the media should give greater prominence to positive developments so that the younger generation is exposed to inspiring information and appropriate role models.

"Positive activities should be reported well. Only then will ...