Srinagar/Jammu, June 30 : In a move aimed at ensuring the dissemination of authentic and verified information during the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY)-2026, the Jammu and Kashmir Government has authorized only designated senior officers to interact with the media and conduct official press briefings related to the annual pilgrimage.
According to Circular No. 2/TSM of 2026, dated June 30, 2026, issued by the Tourism Department, Civil Secretariat, only the following officers have been empowered to brief the media on all matters concerning the yatra:Divisional Commissioner, Kashmir and Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kashmir for the Kashmir Division.Divisional Commissioner, Jammu and Inspector General of Police (IGP), Jammu for the Jammu Division
The circular states that the decision has been taken to ensure that only authentic, verified and official information relating to the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra is disseminated to the media and the general public, thereby preventing the circulation of misinformation.
It further directs the authorized officers to maintain close coordination with the Information Department, J&K, and the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board (SASB) while issuing official updates and conducting media briefings throughout the pilgrimage.
The order has been issued by Dr. Ashish Chandra Verma, IAS, Financial Commissioner (Additional Chief Secretary), Tourism Department, and circulated to all Administrative Secretaries, the Director General of Police, Divisional Commissioners, Inspector Generals of Police, Deputy Commissioners, Director Information, Chief Executive Officer of the Shri Amarnath Ji Shrine Board, and other senior government functionaries for strict compliance.(KNC)
