PCI urges print media to include Andaman & Nicobar islands in coverage

The Press Council of India has urged the print media to include Andaman and Nicobar Islands in all weather forecasts and other similar generic topics, where countrywide coverage is involved.

The Press Council of India's advice came after it received a reference from the lieutenant governor of Andaman and Nicobar Islands expressing concern over its exclusion by print media while extending countrywide coverage to generic topics, such as weather forecast etc.

"The print media plays a vital role as mass communicator to provide quality coverage on various matters.

"Thus, in keeping with its objections, all publication houses are requested to consider to include A&N Islands as well, in all their weather forecasts and other similar generic topics, where countrywide coverage is being discussed," the Press Council of India said in a statement.