Kupwara : Deputy Commissioner Kupwara Abhishek Sharma on Wednesday interacted with members of the district’s media fraternity, calling for closer coordination between the administration and the press to address public grievances and promote development.
The introductory-cum-interactive session was organised by the District Information Centre (DIC) Kupwara and attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Gulzar Ahmad, Assistant Commissioner Revenue Peerzada Mumtaz Ahmad, District Information Officer Aadil Manzoor Wani and journalists representing print, electronic and digital media organisations.
During the interaction, journalists welcomed the Deputy Commissioner and highlighted the challenges they face while reporting from the ground. They also shared their operational requirements and stressed the need for effective communication with the administration to facilitate timely reporting.
Addressing the gathering, Sharma said Kupwara has a strong intellectual tradition and emphasised the importance of understanding issues at the grassroots level. He appreciated journalists for highlighting public grievances despite challenging circumstances, including inclement weather and disasters.
The Deputy Commissioner urged media organisations to contribute constructively to the district’s development and assured them of an open-door policy. He encouraged journalists to bring public issues to the administration’s attention and work collaboratively towards their resolution.
Earlier, the Additional Deputy Commissioner and Assistant Commissioner Revenue underscored the role of the media in public welfare and effective governance. They also highlighted the importance of constructive criticism in improving administrative functioning.
The session concluded with discussions on strengthening communication channels between the administration and the media to facilitate the timely redressal of public grievances.
