SRINAGAR, OCTOBER 31: Legislative Assembly, Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather today said that action will be taken against the defaulter in connection with the issue raised over a misleading video shared online involving MLA Javid Mirchal.
“I assure the House that appropriate action will be taken against the defaulter,” Speaker said.
The Speaker’s remarks came after MLA Javid Mirchal raised the issue, clarifying that a video of him shared yesterday was misleading and taken out of context.
“The video was shared out of context. I couldn’t sleep the entire night due to the harassment I faced online. I want strict action to be taken against those involved who tried to tarnish my reputation,” he said as soon as the session began.
Mirchal was joined by other members in the House demanding strict action against the news outlet for spreading misinformation.
Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Kumar Choudhary speaking on the issue called for action against the news outlet responsible for circulating the misleading video.
He urged the media fraternity to act responsibly and play a constructive role in disseminating factual information, emphasizing that the freedom of the press must be exercised with a sense of duty and accountability.
MLA Nazir Ahmad Khan demanded that a privilege motion be moved against the news portal for attempting to malign the image of a legislator. He said that such actions demean the dignity of the House and strict action be taken against the defaulter.
MLA Nizam-ud-din Bhat said that callous and irresponsible media poses a serious threat to society, stressing that facts and ethics must form the foundation of journalism.
He urged media organizations to act responsibly and uphold professional integrity.
