Journalist Protection Commission Activates Complaint System
ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 6th Oct, 2026) In a major step towards ensuring the safety and protection of media workers, the Commission for Protection of Journalists and Media Professionals (CPJMP) has decided to make its complaint mechanism operational with immediate effect.
The Commission will begin receiving complaints manually from journalists and media professionals until its dedicated online Complaint Management Portal is fully launched.
This decision was taken at the third meeting of the Commission held on Tuesday at the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, chaired by Chairman Kamal Uddin Tipu.
Meeting Highlights:
- The meeting reviewed and confirmed the minutes from the commission’s second meeting.
- Progress made on previous decisions and follow-up actions was considered.
- The chairman briefed participants on the operationalization of the Commission.
- Members agreed on an interim arrangement for manual complaint reception, allowing immediate addressing of grievances.
- The Commission will coordinate with relevant stakeholders to address issues related to safety, protection, training, and welfare as per the Protection of Journalists and Media Professionals Act, 2021.
Key Decisions:
- Clarification on definitions of “journalist” and “media professional” under the 2021 Act was discussed, emphasizing the need for clarity in commission operations.
- Job security, employment conditions, delayed/unpaid salaries, and welfare measures for journalists and media professionals were topics of conversation.
- Safety mechanisms, training facilities, and arrangements by media organizations for employee insurance were reviewed.
The meeting concluded with a commitment to strengthen coordination and consultation with stakeholders for improved law implementation and protection for media workers. It was further decided that the five commission committees will finalize their recommendations before the next meeting. These committees focus on:
- Rules formulation
- Complaint handling mechanisms
- Training and welfare
- The commission’s activities plan
- Compilation of annual reports