In Ladakh, in an exclusive interview with Akashwani Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho, the Joint Director of information of UT Ladakh, who is the State Nodal Officer for Media as well as Communication Plan for election, provided insights into the preparations for the upcoming General Elections 2024.
In Ladakh, in an exclusive interview with Akashwani Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho, the Joint Director, Information of UT Ladakh, who is the State Nodal Officer for Media as well as Communication Plan for election, provided insights into the preparations for the upcoming General Elections 2024.
Mr Kacho stressed the importance of effective communication in ensuring a smooth electoral process, highlighting his multifaceted role in facilitating transparent information dissemination. He discussed the critical role of the Department of Information & Public Relations in assisting the election authorities towards monitoring instances of broadcast of paid news and circulation of fake news. He said, the department works towards busting fake news and disseminating the actual facts. He also emphasized the department’s commitment towards upholding journalistic integrity.
Mr Kacho also highlighted the functions of Media Certification & Monitoring Committees (MCMC), media management, provision of media facilitation and urged adherence to instructions provided to printers and publishers regarding political advertisements.
His interview on Akashwani Kargil served as a guidance for stakeholders involved in ensuring a fair and transparent electoral process in Ladakh. Mr Kacho appealed to the people to turn up in huge numbers and visit the polling stations on 20th May to cast their votes, and achieve a record-breaking voter turnout of above 80%.
