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J&K Government to Draft New Media Policy Within Four Months, Says Minister Sakina Itoo
✍️ Kashmir Life
🗓 10 Oct 2026, 07:33 PM
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The Jammu and Kashmir administration announced it will prepare a new media policy within the next four months, as stated by Minister Sakina Itoo.
The state government of Jammu and Kashmir has committed to formulating a fresh media policy within a four‑month timeframe. The announcement was made by Minister Sakina Itoo during a press interaction, emphasizing the need to update regulations to reflect evolving digital and broadcast landscapes.
According to the minister, the upcoming policy will address issues such as licensing, content standards, and the rights and responsibilities of media outlets operating in the region. It aims to balance freedom of expression with safeguards against misinformation and communal disharmony.
Stakeholders, including journalists and media houses, have been invited to submit their inputs during the drafting process. The government expects the final document to be presented to the legislative assembly before the stipulated deadline.
The move comes amid broader efforts by the state to modernize its regulatory framework and align with national standards while addressing local sensitivities.
According to the minister, the upcoming policy will address issues such as licensing, content standards, and the rights and responsibilities of media outlets operating in the region. It aims to balance freedom of expression with safeguards against misinformation and communal disharmony.
Stakeholders, including journalists and media houses, have been invited to submit their inputs during the drafting process. The government expects the final document to be presented to the legislative assembly before the stipulated deadline.
The move comes amid broader efforts by the state to modernize its regulatory framework and align with national standards while addressing local sensitivities.