The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Speaker has assured action against a journalist who reported that an MLA was allegedly “watching reels” during a House session  a report that has sparked debate over press freedom and accountability in governance.
The Speaker said that spreading “misinformation” about the legislature would not be tolerated, while media groups and journalists have expressed concern that such actions could discourage independent reporting.Observers note that rather than targeting the messenger, there is a need for transparency and introspection within institutions. Journalism, they remind, plays a vital role in ensuring that public representatives remain accountable to the people.