New Delhi, June 3 -- The Ministry of Defence (MoD) issued an advisory to media organisations and journalists on Tuesday, urging them to respect the "privacy of senior armed forces personnel and their families."

"The Ministry of Defence appreciates the continued interest and support of the media in covering the activities, achievements, and sacrifices of the Indian Armed Forces- the Army, Navy and Air Force. Media engagement plays a critical role in informing the public and fostering a greater understanding of national security matters," the Ministry said in its advisory.

"In the context of ongoing operations such as Operation Sindoor, senior officers across the Armed forces have rightfully come into the public eye owing to their leaders...