US reacts to India's crackdown on BBC Film critical of PM Modi; 'We support...'

The United States has reacted to India's ban on BBC documentaries critical of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The U.S. State Department Spokesperson, Ned Price, said that the U.S. supports freedom of the press. He also underlined the importance of freedom of the press around the world and how it contributes to strengthening democracies. Meanwhile, PM Modi said on Wednesday that "India is moving forward from the mindset of slavery" amid the ongoing controversy. Watch this video to know more. #us #freedomofpress #bbc #india #docuseries #gujaratriots #usstatedepartment #nedprice #democracy #bccdocuseries #documentary #modi #pm #pmmodi Hindustan Times Videos bring you news, views and explainers about current issues in India and across the globe. We’re always excited to report the news as quickly as possible, use new technological tools to reach you better and tell stories with a 360 degree view to give you a better understanding of the world around you.