PCI issues safety guidelines for journalists covering protests, demonstrations
The Press Council of India has issued new safety guidelines for journalists covering protests and demonstrations. The advisory mandates the use of valid identification and suggests practical safety measures like carrying first-aid kits and planning escape routes.
Why it matters
These guidelines aim to protect media personnel from detention and injury while ensuring their ability to report on civil unrest effectively.
PCI issues safety guidelines for journalists covering protests, demonstrations left The advisory comes days after journalists reported being detained or injured while covering the October 10 protests in Delhi, triggering concerns over the safety of media personnel on the ground. The Hindu The Hindu https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/ot7rsf/article71591370.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/WhatsApp%20Image%202026-10-04%20at%208.45.06%20AM.jpeg Kavithaa Sri R _12192 The guidelines, adopted days after journalists reported being detained or injured during the October 10 Delhi protests, cover identification, neutrality, personal safety and ethical reporting The Press Council of India (PCI) has issued fresh guidelines for journalists covering protests and demonstrations, asking media personnel to carry valid identity cards, follow ethical reporting practices, keep first-aid kits handy and plan escape routes in case of danger. The advisory comes days after journalists reported being detained or injured while covering the October 10 protests in Delhi, triggering concerns over the safety of media personnel on the ground.
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