Himachal police officers below SP rank barred from media interactions
The circular asks supervisory officers to ensure that these instructions are strictly followed at all levels
The officials below the rank of Superintendent of Police (SP) will not brief or interact with the media on matters relating to crime, law and order, investigations, policing policies and other official issues. As per the circular issued by the Director General of Police, only the SP of the district and the Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) of the Range are authorised to formally interact with the media on matters. And even they will need to have prior approval of Police Headquarters.
The circular debars all other officers, including SDPOs and SHOs, to address the media in their official capacity, Issue statements or comments to print, electronic or social media, or give interviews, briefings or reactions on official matters, unless specifically authorised in writing by the competent authority.
The circular asks supervisory officers to ensure that these instructions are strictly followed at all levels.
Any violation or deviation from the above directions shall be viewed seriously and may attract disciplinary action under the relevant service rules and police laws.
