Jammu, Nov. 11 -- Amid a free-for-all situation within the party, the Congress leadership has warned its leaders against speaking on behalf of the party on political and organisational issues.

Official directions in this regard have been issued to senior leaders, clearly stating that only authorised persons will be allowed to speak to the media on behalf of the party.

These directions have been issued after senior party leaders were found expressing divergent views on important political and organisational issues in the media.

Reports said that, as per the official directions, only designated senior leaders will be authorised to speak on behalf of the party on policy matters, political developments, organisational decisions and other bro...