In the wake of the recent terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 civilians, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) on Saturday, April 26, issued a stern advisory, directing all media platforms to refrain from live coverage of defence operations and the movement of security forces.
The advisory, addressed to television channels, digital media platforms, and social media users, stressed the critical need to safeguard sensitive operational details that could otherwise compromise national security.
“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 related operational guidelines,” the ministry stated in its two-page communication.
The directive underscores the risks associated with real-time coverage, warning that live visuals and broadcasts could inadvertently assist hostile elements by revealing strategic positions and operational movements.
