Srinagar, June 30 (NVI): The Jammu and Kashmir government has designated the Divisional Commissioners and Inspectors General of Police (IGPs) of Jammu and Kashmir as the only authorised officials to interact with the media and issue official briefings related to the annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra, according to an official order.
As per a circular issued by the Tourism Department on Tuesday, the Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir, and IGP, Kashmir, will serve as the authorised spokespersons for the Kashmir division, while the Divisional Commissioner, Jammu, and IGP, Jammu, will handle media briefings for the Jammu division.
The order said the designated officers will coordinate closely with the Information Department and the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board to ensure timely dissemination of verified information regarding the pilgrimage.
The government said the decision has been taken to ensure that only authentic and official information related to the Amarnath Yatra is shared with the public and to prevent the spread of misinformation during the pilgrimage.(NVI)
