JAMMU, Jun 17: Team Jammu Chairman and BJP J&K Spokesperson Zorawar Singh Jamwal on Wednesday interacted with over 50 journalism interns of the Institute of Mass Communication and Skill Development (IMCSD), MAM College Jammu, during an interactive session held at Press Club Jammu.
Addressing the aspiring journalists, Zorawar Singh Jamwal highlighted the crucial role of media in a democratic society and said journalism carries the responsibility of informing, educating and creating awareness among the masses. He urged the interns to uphold the values of accuracy, credibility and ethical reporting while discharging their professional responsibilities.
Speaking on the impact of news reporting, Zorawar Singh Jamwal said journalism has the power to shape public opinion and bring about positive social change when practised with commitment and integrity. He encouraged the students to focus on fact-based reporting and public-interest Journalism.
The Chairman Team Jammu also spoke on the growing challenge of drug abuse in Jammu and Kashmir and stressed the need for collective efforts to tackle the menace. He said the fight against narcotics cannot be won by law enforcement agencies alone and requires active participation of educational institutions, parents, civil society and the media. He urged the youth to stay away from drugs and contribute towards building a healthy and progressive society.
The session witnessed active participation from the interns, who raised questions on journalism, media ethics, reporting challenges and contemporary social issues. Zorawar Singh Jamwal responded to their queries in detail and shared valuable insights from his experience in public and social life.
The interaction programme was attended by more than 50 journalism interns and provided them with an opportunity to gain practical insights into the profession while enhancing their understanding of the media’s role in addressing important social issues. The interns were accompanied by IMCSD Managing Director Vikas Sharma and Coordinator Vicky Verma.