Defence Ministry Urges Media Not To Do Live Coverage Of Security Operations Of The Armed Forces

New Delhi, May 9 (TNA) All media channels, digital platforms and individuals have been advised by the government of India, to refrain from live coverage or real-time reporting of defence operations and the movement of security forces. Disclosure of such sensitive or source-based information may jeopardise operational effectiveness and endanger lives.

Past incidents like the Kargil War, the 26/11 attacks, and the Kandahar hijacking, the statement went on to say, underscore the risks of premature reporting, the Defence Minister pointed out.

“As per clause 6(1)(p) of the Cable Television Networks (Amendment) Rules, 2021, only periodic briefings by designated officials are permitted during anti-terror operations” it added. All stakeholders are urged to exercise vigilance, sensitivity, and responsibility in coverage, upholding the highest standards in the service of the nation, the statement of the Ministry of Defence read.