New Delhi: The Ministry of Defence on Tuesday issued an Advisory to media on respecting the privacy of senior Armed Forces personnel and their families.
In the context of ongoing operations such as Operation Sindoor, senior officers across the Armed Forces have rightfully come into the public eye owing to their leadership roles. It has come to the attention of the Ministry that this increased focus has extended beyond professional coverage into the personal lives of the officers and their families. Media personnel have reportedly approached their residence, attempted to contact family members, and pursued personal coverage unrelated to their official duties.
Such actions are deeply inappropriate and potentially compromising to the dignity, privacy and safety of the officers and their families. While senior officers may serve in prominent public roles, their families remain private citizens and must be treated with due respect and sensitivity.
Accordingly, all media organisations are advised to refrain from visiting or attempting to contact the private residences or families of serving or retired Armed Forces personnel for personal stories or interviews, unless expressly invited or cleared through official channels. A note from the Ministry said on Tuesday.
