Tezpur: The Army leg of Defence Correspondents’ Course (DCC) 2026 commenced in Tezpur with an address by the Corps Commander, setting the context for defence correspondents to engage with the Indian Army and gain a deeper understanding of military affairs.
The programme featured an orientation briefing, a dedicated session on the 1962 operations, and a briefing on media dos and don’ts during military operations.
The session on media practices focused on key aspects of operational security, information verification and responsible reporting, highlighting the importance of exercising caution while covering sensitive military developments.
The opening programme laid the foundation for meaningful and informed interaction between the Indian Army and defence correspondents, with emphasis on strengthening professional understanding and promoting accurate, balanced and responsible coverage of military affairs.
The DCC 2026 programme is aimed at providing participating journalists with greater insight into the functioning, operational environment and contemporary challenges of the Indian Armed Forces, while reinforcing the importance of responsible defence journalism.