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Press Council of India issued safety guidelines for journalists covering protests
15 Oct 2026
The Press Council of India adopted safety guidelines at a meeting on 2026-10-14 and issued them on 2026-10-15 for journalists covering protests and demonstrations. The guidelines cover identification (carrying and visibly displaying valid press ID), neutrality and professional conduct, crowd positioning, and personal safety measures such as carrying compact emergency/first-aid kits and planning escape routes.
Why it matters
The guidance standardises safety and conduct practices for protest coverage, aiming to reduce risk to journalists and improve coordination with law enforcement during tense situations.
Press Council of India