A corrupted society cannot expect a corruption-free media: Chief Guest Bashir Manzar
Baramulla: To discuss the rise of fake news in the era of growing social media influence, ‘Save Youth Save Future’- a non-profit social organization today organised the Kashmir Media Conclave 2023 at Dakbanglow Baramulla.
Renowned journalist and Editor in Chief of Kashmir Images, Bashir Manzar was chief guest while Head of ANN News Tariq Bhat, and senior journalist cum Chairman of BWJA, Karamat Qayoom, and President of BWJA, Zargar Gulzar were guests of honour on this occasion.
The day-long Kashmir Media Conclave witnessed participation from media professionals across Kashmir, media students and people from cross sections of society.
In a powerful keynote address, Chief Guest Bashir Manzar, Editor-in-Chief of Kashmir Images, issued a wake-up call to both society and the media. He underscored that in an environment tainted by misinformation, society’s collective responsibility is vital. Moreover, Manzar challenged the mushroom growth of journalists, cautioning that a corrupted society cannot expect a corruption-free media.
“The way society is journalist will be same,” Manzar said, adding, the society itself and the administration have to wake up to counter fake reporting and fake journalists.
In his address, senior journalist Karamat Qayoom highlighted the importance of media in shaping narratives, addressing critical issues such as crime, corruption, government schemes, suicidal causes, mental health, and the significance of voting.
However, he warned against the rising tide of misinformation that threatens to distort these narratives.
President BWJA Zargar Gulzar emphasized on the significance of the discussion, focusing on fact-checking methods and expanding media coverage to diverse topics beyond violence.
ANN News head Tariq Ahmed Bhat emphasized the responsibility of the media in addressing instances of violence in Kashmir, advocating for fact-checking and responsible journalism.
While concluding, Wajahat Farooq Bhat, Chairman of Save Youth Save Future Foundation, extended a heartfelt vote of thanks to all dignitaries, guests, participants, civil society members, and journalists for their collective efforts, contributing to the resounding success of the Kashmir Media Conclave 2023.
Anika Nazir, Women’s Wing Head of Save Youth Save Future Foundation, anchored the event and addressed the prevalent issue of misinformation, emphasizing the need for accurate and responsible journalism.
