Journalist and Media Association Grievances Council (JMAGC)
Self-Regulatory Body under Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021
Under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India.
Upholding Ethical Journalism in India
JMAGC holds a significant position in the Indian media landscape, serving as a self-regulatory body officially accredited by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) within the Government of India. Our establishment stems from a central government law mandating that all news portals must register under a self-regulatory body, underscoring our commitment to promoting ethical and responsible journalism in the digital age.
Our Core Focus Areas
Ethical Journalism
Fostering a media landscape where truth, accuracy, and integrity are paramount in every published report.
Upholding Standards
Ensuring all registered digital publishers strictly adhere to the prescribed digital media ethics code.
Functions & Significance
Acting as a transparent platform for individuals to voice concerns and file complaints against news portals.
Level II Regulation
Providing an efficient mechanism for redressal, complementing the government's oversight system.
Impact & Benefits
Empowering citizens and strengthening the overall credibility and trustworthiness of the Indian media.
Promoting Responsibility
Enforcing a healthy environment conducive to journalism that respects public sentiment and privacy.
Functions and Significance
Grievance Redressal
JMAGC acts as a vital platform for individuals and entities to file complaints against registered news portals regarding potential violations of journalistic ethics outlined in the IT Rules, 2021.
Upholding Standards
We strive to maintain the highest ethical standards within the media industry by ensuring our registered members adhere strictly to the prescribed code of ethics.
Level II Self-Regulation
As an official Level II self-regulatory body, JMAGC provides an accessible, rapid, and efficient mechanism for grievance redressal, complementing the publishers' internal systems.
"Fostering trust between the public and digital media through accountable, transparent, and ethical regulation."
Impact and Benefits
- Empowering Individuals: Offering a clear, accessible mechanism against unethical practices.
- Strengthening Credibility: Enhancing the trust enjoyed by the digital media industry in India.
- Protecting the Public: Shielding audiences from fake news, sensationalism, and unverified reporting.
- Guiding Publishers: Providing news portals with clear ethical frameworks and compliance support.
Shaping India's Digital Media Ecosystem
The Journalist and Media Association Grievances Council plays a vital role in ensuring ethical and responsible journalism in India. Through robust grievance redressal mechanisms and an unwavering commitment to upholding standards, JMAGC empowers individuals, strengthens media credibility, and protects the public from misinformation.
Our work contributes significantly to a healthy, vibrant, and democratic media ecosystem in the country, ensuring the press remains free, fair, and accountable.