<h1>Media Owner's Arrest Sparks Debate on Press Freedom and Government Intimidation Tactics Under Scrutiny</h1> The Congress party strongly criticized the Enforcement Directorate's detention of a newspaper owner, alleging government pressure on independent media. Party leaders claimed the action against Gujarat Samachar's director represents an attempt to silence critical voices and suppress democratic principles. They argued the arrest demonstrates a pattern of intimidation against media outlets that challenge the government's narrative, viewing it as a threat to press freedom and democratic values.