Communication blackout and media gag: state-sponsored restrictions in conflict-hit region of Jammu and Kashmir

Pandow, Bilal Ahmad

doi:10.1080/1070289x.2021.1920772

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“…In response to the escalating situation in the Kashmir region, the government has imposed restrictions on phone calls and internet services, hindering the dissemination of information regarding the ongoing conflict between army forces and Kashmiris [6]. Despite the contemporary trend of technology diminishing physical proximity, it has concurrently expedited the cultivation of emotional connections through phone and video calls.…”

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Silenced voices and strained livelihoods: challenges faced by Kashmiri women entrepreneurs after article 370 abrogation

Mohsin,

Muzaffar

2024

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Objective This research endeavours to elucidate the ramifications of the communication blockade on women entrepreneurs operating within the Kashmir Valley in the wake of the protracted imposition of communication blockade in the region of Jammu and Kashmir following the unanticipated abrogation of Article 370 of the Constitution of India. Participants The study assembled a cohort of 20 women entrepreneurs hailing from Srinagar and Ganderbal districts in Kashmir, utilising a combination of purposive and snowball sampling methodologies to ensure a comprehensive representation of participants. Data acquisition was carried out through a series of direct, semi-structured, and in-depth personal interviews. Method Employing an interpretive phenomenological approach, this qualitative inquiry transcribed the rich narratives gleaned from these interviews, elucidating a confluence of recurrent themes. Results The protracted absence of communication channels, extending indefinitely, precipitated a multifaceted crisis encompassing economic, social, and psychological dimensions, thereby significantly impacting the well-being of residents of the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir. Conclusion The recurring themes encompass anger and frustration, loss of livelihood, helplessness and dehumanisation stemming from total communication blackouts.

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“…Thus, communication blockade undid the development of women's economic independence over the years. The protracted suspension of both internet and telecommunications services, encompassing cell phones and landlines, over an extended period, has engendered irreparable economic ramifications for the Kashmir region [6].…”

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Silenced voices and strained livelihoods: challenges faced by Kashmiri women entrepreneurs after article 370 abrogation

Mohsin,

Muzaffar

2024

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“…This is the scenario of Radio Stations in the world today. The gagging of press has become a common thing in the world (Pandow, 2021). Policies governing news broadcasts need revamping.…”

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Impact of Vernacular Radio Regulatory Policies on Peacebuilding During 2007, 2012, and 2017 Conflicts in Presidential Elections in Kisumu County, Kenya

Taro

Ndati²,

Mataba³

2022

Int. j. geopolit. gov.

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The purpose of this study was to investigate the role of the Ramogi Vernacular FM Radio Station and peacebuilding interventions during conflicts arising from presidential elections in 2007, 2012, and 2017. Specifically, the study aimed to assess the impact of Vernacular Radio regulatory editorial policies on peacebuilding. The study was guided by Agenda setting theory. The study used a mixed method (triangulation) research design. Purposive, Stratified, and Simple random sampling techniques were used to select the sample size of 384 respondents. However, 345 (89.8%) respondents from the sample were injected into the study whereby 104 were Head teachers of Primary Schools; 44 principals of secondary schools; 7 Sub-County Administrators; 67 Market Chairpersons; 38 supermarket Proprietors: 56 Bodaboda (Motor Cycle) Operators; 25 Bodaboda Sacco Chairpersons in Kisumu County and 4 Media Persons returned questionnaires and a ration of 1:10 was interviewed. Data for the study was collected by the use of questionnaires, interview schedules, and document analysis. Pearson’s r for the reliability of piloted data was +0.89 for educationists and +0.82 for business fraternity which indicated good internal consistency. Quantitative data was analysed through descriptive and inferential statistics and presented using tables and pie charts. Qualitative data was thematically analysed using NVIVO and presented through thematic narratives, which involved the identification and interpretation of patterns and themes whereby inferential statistics were used to gauge influence. The finding showed that the media outlets freely broadcast to residents. Further, social actors’ utterances were not monitored and this was a recipe for chaotic outcomes. This research recommended that there is a need for policy formulation to fill gaps in media policies to facilitate freedom of the press, need for political accountability, and need to adapt inter-cultural dialogue to enhance social cohesion.

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Press freedom in an “open prison” called Kashmir

Pandow¹,

Kanth²

2021

Media Asia

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Communication blackout and media gag: state-sponsored restrictions in conflict-hit region of Jammu and Kashmir

Cited by 6 publications

References 30 publications

Silenced voices and strained livelihoods: challenges faced by Kashmiri women entrepreneurs after article 370 abrogation

Silenced voices and strained livelihoods: challenges faced by Kashmiri women entrepreneurs after article 370 abrogation

Impact of Vernacular Radio Regulatory Policies on Peacebuilding During 2007, 2012, and 2017 Conflicts in Presidential Elections in Kisumu County, Kenya

Press freedom in an “open prison” called Kashmir

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