Srinagar, June 17: Baramulla Police on Wednesday issued an advisory to 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 related to police and security operations.
In the advisory, police asked media professionals and social media users to refrain from sharing content that could reveal sensitive security information, including the security details of officers and protected persons, deployment patterns and strength of police or security personnel, access control and frisking procedures, evacuation protocols, vehicle formations, escort arrangements and route security measures.
The advisory also cautioned against publishing visuals showing communication equipment, command positions, tactical procedures or close-up footage of officers and personnel engaged in sensitive duties.
Baramulla Police said the publication of such material without prior permission could compromise security, expose personnel to unnecessary risks and assist hostile elements in studying operational procedures, identifying vulnerabilities and planning adverse actions.
While reiterating that media coverage of public events and official programmes is welcome, the police stressed that such coverage should be undertaken responsibly and without compromising operational security.
The advisory further stated that prior permission should be obtained wherever recording of police or security arrangements, or officers on duty, is involved.
Police warned that any irresponsible publication or circulation of content prejudicial to security or public order may invite appropriate legal action.
The advisory, issued by the District Police Baramulla, said the directions have been issued in the interest of security, officer safety and maintenance of public order.
