“Avoid speculative or intrusive reporting on private lives,”

Ministry of Defence issues Advisory on Respecting the Privacy of Senior Armed Forces Personnel and Their Families

Ministry of Defence Issues Advisory to the Media, latest news: The Ministry of Defence on Monday issued an Advisory on Respecting the Privacy of Senior Armed Forces Personnel and Their Families, asking all media organizations to refrain from visiting or attempting to contact the private residences or families of serving or retired Armed Forces personnel for personal stories or interviews, unless expressly invited or cleared through official channels.

The Ministry of Defence, Directorate of Public Relations, stated in its advisory, “It has come to the attention of the Ministry that this increased focus has extended beyond professional coverage into the personal lives of the officers and their families. Media personnel have reportedly approached their residences, attempted to contact family members, and pursued personal coverage unrelated to their official duties.

“Such actions are deeply inappropriate and potentially compromising to the dignity, privacy, and safety of the officers and their families. While senior officers may serve in prominent public roles, their families remain private citizens and must be treated with due respect and sensitivity.”

The advisory has also asked media organizations to avoid publishing or broadcasting personal details of “family members, or other non-operational information that is not in the public interest.”
“Avoid speculative or intrusive reporting on private lives,” it further added.

“The Ministry of Defence reiterates its commitment to transparent and constructive engagement with the media. At the same time, it appeals to all media stakeholders to maintain responsible journalistic standards, respecting the personal space and dignity of those who serve the nation, and their families,” the advisory read.

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