Speaking at a conference concerning the April Uprising, Bulgarian National Radio (BNR) Director General Milen Mitev stated that organizing discussions about the event was crucial for BTA. He noted that in the contemporary media landscape, media outlets must proactively engage their audiences to remain maximally useful. The conference marked the conclusion of a series organized by BTA commemorating the 150th anniversary of the April Uprising.
Mitev emphasized that a comprehensive understanding of the present requires contextualizing both national achievements and international comparisons through historical study. He suggested that only within this broader framework can people fully grasp the journey undertaken and the progress made. The Director highlighted the critical role of media in shaping public opinion.
According to Mitev, the participants of the April Uprising exemplified profound hope in their cause and a willingness to make sacrifices—elements he identified as foundational to many historical narratives. Mitev further positioned the April Uprising as a pivotal moment in Bulgarian history, a key component in the development toward an independent Bulgarian state. While advocating for the cultivation of national pride, he cautioned that such sentiment is frequently manipulated.
Therefore, he stressed that the responsibility of both the media and scholars is to foster national self-esteem responsibly—not by claiming superiority, but by taking pride in the nation’s history and achievements while working toward improvement.
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