Abstract
This research paper attempts to explore the implications of the newsroom shrinking of regional newspapers in Jammu and Kashmir, and Punjab. In the context of complicated socio-political dynamics, financial constraints and technological advancements, this research tries to discover how shrinking of newsroom resources affect journalistic practices, media freedom and dissemination of credible information. By employing qualitative analysis of primary data, including document reviews, interviews with stakeholders and case studies of media organizations, this paper traces key consequences like reduced local coverage, shrinking media diversity and lack of press freedom. This paper also discusses the policies to alleviate these impacts, pushing for the significance of supporting free media, promoting media literacy and vouching for free and credible journalism. The findings of the paper underscored the considerable and decisive role of regional journalism in sustaining democratic discourse and societal cohesion in Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab.
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