Srinagar, July 30 -- In a significant move aimed at regulating the online behaviour of medical professionals, the Jammu & Kashmir Medical Council (JKMC) has issued comprehensive guidelines regarding the professional conduct of Registered Medical Practitioners (RMPs) on social media platforms.

Acknowledging the role of social media as a powerful communication tool, the Council emphasized the need to prevent its misuse, particularly in ways that may compromise patient privacy, confidentiality, and professional dignity.

The official order-JKMC/S/Social-M/2025/5723-5740, dated July 24, 2025-has been issued in alignment with the Indian Medical Council (Professional Conduct, Etiquette and Ethics) Regulations, 2002.

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