Jk Monitoring of Social Media Handles of Educational Institutions

Jk Monitoring of Social Media Handles of Educational Institutions

The Directorate of School Education, Jammu, has observed that certain subordinate offices and schools are not strictly adhering to the social media policies set forth by the Jammu and Kashmir Government. Additionally, the monitoring of social media accounts linked to these institutions has been found to be inadequate, raising concerns over the potential posting of inappropriate content. Such posts could negatively impact the credibility and reputation of these institutions.

Key Directives:

1. Strict Adherence to Social Media Policies:
   All Chief Education Officers of the Jammu Division are directed to ensure that the government’s social media policies are followed rigorously by all subordinate offices and schools.
2. Regular Monitoring of Social Media Accounts:
   Schools and offices must regularly review and monitor their social media handles to ensure that only appropriate, constructive, and authorized content is shared.
3. Transition to Official Social Media Accounts:
   Institutions are instructed to shift from using personal social media accounts to official pages for their activities. This transition will ensure that only authorized personnel can post content, thereby improving accountability and preventing any unauthorized content sharing.

Consequences of Non-Compliance:

Failure to comply with these instructions will result in serious action against the responsible individuals or institutions.

All concerned are urged to follow these instructions in letter and spirit, ensuring responsible and proper use of social media as per government guidelines.

Your cooperation in maintaining professional social media practices is essential for safeguarding the integrity of the educational system.