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Politics
J&K New Media Policy to Cover Social Media, Draft Under Review
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 29 Oct 2026, 05:41 PM
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The Jammu and Kashmir government is developing a new media policy that will include social media platforms. The Director of Information confirmed that the draft is currently under examination.
The Jammu and Kashmir administration is in the process of formulating a comprehensive new media policy. According to the Director of Information, the proposed framework is designed to extend its regulatory scope to include social media platforms, marking a significant shift in how digital content is managed in the region.
The draft policy is currently undergoing a detailed examination phase. Officials indicated that the inclusion of social media is intended to address emerging challenges in the digital landscape, ensuring that the regulatory framework remains relevant in the modern era.
While the specific provisions of the policy are still being finalized, the move signals the government's intent to establish a structured approach towards media governance. The final document is expected to outline guidelines that will apply to both traditional and digital media entities operating within the state.
The draft policy is currently undergoing a detailed examination phase. Officials indicated that the inclusion of social media is intended to address emerging challenges in the digital landscape, ensuring that the regulatory framework remains relevant in the modern era.
While the specific provisions of the policy are still being finalized, the move signals the government's intent to establish a structured approach towards media governance. The final document is expected to outline guidelines that will apply to both traditional and digital media entities operating within the state.