Sumeet Mehta rejects ₹1 lakh bribe to defame Modi’s leadership
A 2018 video has resurfaced and is drawing fresh attention after journalist Sumeet Mehta claimed he was offered ₹1 lakh to publish a story targeting Narendra Modi ahead of elections.
In the clip, Mehta says he was approached with money to run content that would portray the Prime Minister negatively. He maintains that he refused the offer, choosing to uphold journalistic ethics.
The video is now widely circulating on social media, sparking debate about media credibility and the challenges journalists face, particularly during election periods. While Mehta’s claims have not been independently verified, the resurfaced clip has raised concerns about potential attempts to influence public narratives.
So far, there has been no official response or clarity on who may have made the alleged offer. The incident continues to fuel discussions on trust in the media and the integrity of news reporting.
