Show Your Press Credentials
Journalists heading to rally sites should carry an official press badge issued by their media house—such as a PIB or DIP accreditation—and keep it visible. Clear identification enables security personnel to recognize reporters instantly in crowded or high‑risk zones.
Do Not Obstruct Police Operations
Authorities stress that news coverage must not hamper law‑enforcement duties. Reporters are asked to maintain a respectful distance from police movements and avoid positioning cameras or microphones where they could impede crowd‑control measures.
Maintain a Safe Buffer from the Crowd
Keeping a reasonable gap between journalists, demonstrators, and police is deemed crucial. Camera crews should select secure filming locations and refrain from blending into the protest crowd, thereby lowering the chance of getting caught in sudden flare‑ups.
Why This Advisory Was Issued
The notice comes after a series of recent protests in the capital. Officials say the protocols are designed to safeguard media workers while ensuring public order is not jeopardised.
Police Appeal for Media Cooperation
The Delhi Police have called on news organisations and individual correspondents to follow the new safety framework when covering demonstrations, allowing the press to perform its duties safely without disrupting law‑and‑order responsibilities.
