GUWAHATI: In a significant development, officials of Assam Police have been directed to abstain from speaking to the media without obtaining prior permission from the Director General of Police (DGP).
According to an official order dated May 17, 2023, it was observed that several police personnel had been engaging with the media, including both print and electronic platforms, and, whether knowingly or unknowingly, expressing their opinions on matters related to policies.
In light of this, police officials at the district and organizational levels have been advised to exercise caution when communicating with the media.
They have been explicitly instructed not to share their views on policing or policy-related issues unless they have obtained prior permission from the DGP.
This measure aims to ensure a consistent and unified approach in dealing with media interactions and safeguarding the integrity of the police force's public communication.
"It is noticed that Police Officers in the Districts and Organisations are giving bytes before the Electronic Media and Press without prior permission from the Police Headquarters. Sometimes, it is seen that knowingly or unknowingly, the Officers express views on policy-related matters publicly," the advisory, signed by IGP (Admin), stated.
"Because of the above, I am directed to issue this advisory to be careful in the future while speaking in Public or Press and not to express your views on Policing or Policy related subjects without the approval of the Director General of Police, Assam," it added.
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