New Delhi: Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on Friday issued an advisory to all media channels to refrain from showing live coverage of defence operations and movement of security forces in the interest of national security. The advisory was issued amid ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack.
“In the interest of national security, all media platforms, news agencies, and social media users are advised to exercise utmost responsibility and adhere strictly to existing laws and regulations while reporting on matters concerning defence and other security related operations,” the minister said.
“Specifically: No real-time coverage, dissemination of visuals, or reporting based on “sources-based” information related to defence operations or movement should be undertaken. Premature disclosure of sensitive information may inadvertently assist hostile elements and endanger operational effectiveness and the safety of personnel,” it added.
