Media Leaders Convene at Baramulla for Kashmir Media Conclave 2023, Advocating Responsible Journalism 📍 Baramulla, Kashmir 📅 Date: 2nd December 2023
Media Leaders Convene at Baramulla for Kashmir Media Conclave 2023, Advocating Responsible Journalism
📍 Baramulla, Kashmir
📅 Date: 2nd December 2023
In a landmark initiative aimed at fostering dialogue and promoting accountability in journalism, the "Save Youth Save Future" Foundation hosted the prestigious Kashmir Media Conclave 2023 at Dak Bungalow, Baramulla. The event served as a vital platform for media professionals, educators, and civil society to address critical issues surrounding the modern media landscape.
Opening Address: Setting the Tone
The conclave began with an insightful introduction by Miss Anika Nazir, Women’s Wing Head of Save Youth Save Future. She highlighted the foundation's mission and laid out the objectives of the conclave, placing special emphasis on combating misinformation and advocating for accurate and responsible journalism.
Distinguished Guests and Media Luminaries
The event was graced by an esteemed lineup of media professionals, including:
Chief Guest: Mr. Bashir Manzar, Editor-in-Chief, Kashmir Images
Guests of Honour:
Mr. Tariq Ahmed Bhat, Editor-in-Chief, ANN News
Shri Karamat Qayoom, Chairman, Baramulla Working Journalists Association
Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Zargar, President, Baramulla Working Journalists Association
Key Highlights and Expert Insights
A diverse set of speakers delivered impactful addresses on the evolving role of media:
🔹 Shri Karamat Qayoom emphasized the media’s role in:
Bridging the gap between the government and public
Reporting on crime, corruption, governance, mental health, and civic awareness
Encouraging democratic participation, particularly in voting
🔹 Mr. Tariq Ahmed Bhat spoke on:
The media’s duty in sensitively covering violence and conflict
The need for fact-checking and avoiding sensationalism
🔹 Mr. Gulzar Ahmed Zargar underscored:
The growing importance of credible journalism
Broadening coverage to include social and developmental issues
🔹 Mr. Shahid Imran tackled:
The challenges posed by the unchecked rise of social media
Shifting dynamics in the information ecosystem
🔹 Mufti Tariq Ahmed Misbahi remarked:
Journalism is a peaceful and powerful profession
Truthful reporting must remain its cornerstone
🔹 Shri Omar Azar Kakroo discussed:
Journalism norms and ethics
Dangers of "cringe content" and media sensationalism
🔹 Mr. Reyaz Ahmed Ganaie, Educationist, addressed:
The impact of technology on news
Need for data filtration, news censorship, and media literacy
Chief Guest Address: A Call for Professionalism
In a powerful keynote address, Mr. Bashir Manzar:
Acknowledged the proliferation of misinformation
Urged for professionalism and credibility in media reporting
Called upon the government to identify and recognize real journalists
Criticized the impact of external influences on Kashmir's narrative over the past 30 years
Community Engagement and Dialogue
A lively interactive Q&A session included participation from journalists, educators, students, and community leaders. The session fostered open discussions on media-related challenges and responsibilities, reflecting a collective desire for a more ethical and accountable media environment.
Vote of Thanks & Closing
Concluding the conclave, Mr. Wajahat Farooq Bhat, Chairman of Save Youth Save Future Foundation, delivered a heartfelt vote of thanks. He expressed his gratitude to all dignitaries, speakers, media professionals, civil society members, and attendees for their commitment in making the Kashmir Media Conclave 2023 a resounding success.
Conclusion
The Kashmir Media Conclave 2023 emerged as a milestone event, encouraging responsible journalism, tackling misinformation, and strengthening the bridge between media and society. Through such impactful forums, Save Youth Save Future continues its unwavering mission to foster youth empowerment, informed citizenship, and ethical governance in the region.
