Baramulla, Jun 17 (JKNS): Baramulla Police on Wednesday issued an advisory for media persons, local news portals, social media handlers, freelance journalists and content creators, urging them to exercise caution while recording, publishing or circulating photographs and videos of police officers, security personnel, escorts, deployments and official movements.
According to the advisory issued by Police as per news agency JKNS, videos or photographs should not disclose or highlight security details of officers and protectees, deployment patterns and strength of security personnel, access control measures, frisking and evacuation procedures, vehicle formations, escort arrangements, route security measures, communication equipment, command positions or any tactical procedures.
Publication of such content without permission can compromise security, expose personnel to avoidable risk and assist hostile elements in analysing procedures, identifying weaknesses and planning adverse action.
Media coverage of public events and official programmes is welcome; however, it must be undertaken in a responsible manner and without compromising operational security. Prior permission should be obtained wherever recording of police/security arrangements or officers on duty is involved.
All concerned are advised to strictly adhere to this advisory. Any irresponsible publication or circulation of material prejudicial to security or public order may invite appropriate action under law. (JKNS)
