In preparation for the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections 2024, a one-day workshop for media personnel was organised at the office of the Chief Electoral Officer in Srinagar on Saturday. The programme was attended by the representatives of major news outlets of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.<br />''<br />''Chief Electoral Officer, Jammu and Kashmir, Pandurang K Pole inaugurated the session and stressed upon the crucial role of Media as a watchdog for fair and transparent elections.<br />''On the occasion, the participants were briefed about all the important aspects of media during election process including spread of information/ disinformation, fake news, Media Certification and Monitoring Committees. The representatives were also apprised of code of ethics for social media operation and regulations regarding Poll Day coverage.<br />''<br />''National Level Master trainers Chand Kishore Sharma and Riaz Ahmed Butt imparted training on several topics including Media centers, restrictions of exit and opinion polls, enforcement of MCC and other regulations.<br />''<br />''<span style="color: #222222;">The Chief Electoral Officer J&K in his closing address apprised the participants on various election-related aspects highlighting the need for a check on fake news and the role of media in ensuring a civil discourse both during and after the election processes. He emphasized upon the importance of maintaining good practices and transparency to ensure peaceful and fair elections.</span>