The role of a reporter is undeniably demanding, especially amidst scorching Indian summers. While we sit inside air-conditioned rooms, they brave the relentless heat outdoors to bring us the latest news. Enduring both the sweltering temperatures and the relentless pressure of deadlines, reporters often shoulder immense stress. And it is very natural for us humans to have a moment of weakness while facing such pressure.
For example, CNBC-TV18 reporter Ashmit was live on television when he was reporting the ongoing Patanjali case in the Supreme Court. However, he made a grammatical error while speaking, mistaking ‘seeks’ for ‘soughts’, and he cursed on live television.
“The advertisement soughts…seeks…soughts kya hota hai bhenc**d?” he said.
Here’s a video of the incident:
New low
pic.twitter.com/EvdNifadkj— Anil Tiwari (@Anil_Kumar_ti) April 23, 2024
CNBC-TV18 went on to publish a public statement on social media claiming that the reporter “inadvertently used inappropriate language not realising he was on air” and apologised for the mistake.
Earlier today on a live broadcast, a reporter inadvertently used inappropriate language not realising he was on air. We sincerely apologise for the mistake and will work even harder to ensure we uphold the highest standards.
— CNBC-TV18 (@CNBCTV18Live) April 23, 2024
However, several people online came to the reporter’s support and expressed how such moments can happen to the best of us during a moment of stress. They asked the channel to not penalise the reporter for the mistake and to cut him some slack, owing to the heat!
Low? That’s just a burst in a strenuous profession under the heat and sun, when you’re trying to deliver your best. He’s taking out on himself, and not on you or me. Also, he’s great at his job
This tweet, coming from a journalist himself is actually the new low!— Mimansa Shekhar (@mimansashekhar) April 24, 2024
Not a low. Just a guy at the end of his tether. A nice meme that will live long. But mostly a conscientious guy who wants to get his seek- sought right.
— Supriyo Gupta (@supriyo666) April 24, 2024
Abbe he is one of the finest journalists. He clearly seems uncomfortable in that scorching heat. Cut some slack.
— Lord Maximus (@Perseverancent) April 23, 2024
Good on you, such things can happen with anyone. Don’t be too hard on him. We all had a good laugh which is not such a bad thing!
— Gaurav Gupta | Realtor (@YourRealAsset) April 23, 2024
Being a reporter mustn’t be easy. And I am sure the fellow is overworked. It was a natural outburst. We are all laughing with him, and not at him 🥂
— Ketan Sahney (@JuniorSahney) April 23, 2024
Absolutely fine. We find your anchors mostly genuine. This shows they are human. As a regular follower of your shows, I expect no action from your side on anyone involved.
— Ajay Rotti (@ajayrotti) April 23, 2024
Hii CNBC yes it was inappropriate but wasn’t done intentionally and reporter almost felt guilty simultaneously so good of you to apologise however its a request pls don’t penalise the reporter.
— Ajay Pandey (@indexfollower) April 23, 2024
At the end of the day we all are humans… please don’t be harsh on that amazing reporter
— Kishan Srivastava (@Kishan_SDLC) April 23, 2024
He’s human, all of us have done something like this, it’s fine. Found it more endearing than offensive, mildly amusing though.
— Buggy Human (@SridharanAnand) April 23, 2024
A weak moment shouldn’t define the reporter’s dedication to his work, should it?