New Delhi, June 16: The Press Council of India sought a reply from the Jammu and Kashmir Government over its new Media Policy, observing that provisions in it affect the free functioning of the press.
For provisions regarding “fake news” mentioned in the policy, Jammu and Kashmir Government authorises officers to decide on the content of print, electronic and other forms of media for “fake news” and proceed against journalists and media organisations, the PCI has moved suo moto as the matter affects the free functioning of the press.
Comments on the matter have also been called from the Jammu and Kashmir Chief Secretary and Secretary, Department of Information and Public Relations.
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