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The consultation was chaired by Dr. Vijay Kumar Mantri, IAS, Commissioner & Secretary, Information and Public Relations (IPR), Government of Meghalaya.

During the interaction, members of the media fraternity highlighted challenges related to access to information, logistical constraints and poor connectivity, particularly while reporting from remote and rural areas. They also sought greater institutional support from DIPR when deputed outside Shillong.

Representing UNICEF, Laxminarayan Nanda emphasised the importance of human-centred development reporting that places people—especially children and vulnerable communities—at the core of storytelling to build public trust and encourage the utilisation of essential services. He urged journalists to present a balanced perspective by highlighting not only challenges but also positive outcomes, noting that such reporting can help reshape development narratives and strengthen public confidence in media institutions. He also called on media professionals to adhere to established guidelines to ensure credibility and ethical standards