Factcheck India has urged citizens to actively report suspected fake news or misleading information.
What did the government say about fake news?
Informing the Rajya Sabha, Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Dr. L. Murugan said that the public can send complaints or fact-check requests about government-related news through multiple official channels. These include:
- WhatsApp: 8799711259
- Email: via official PIB channels
- PIB website: through its fact-check section
- Factcheck India website: through its fact-check section
The aim is to enable quick verification of claims circulating on social media, messaging apps, and digital platforms.
Why is this important?
With the rapid spread of misinformation online, especially through social media and encrypted messaging platforms, false claims about government actions can create confusion and public mistrust. Acts as an official verification mechanism, helping citizens distinguish between verified information and fabricated or misleading content.
How does this work?
Once a claim is reported, the Fact Check Unit examines the information using official records and sources. If the claim is found to be false, PIB publicly debunks it through its verified social media handles and official communications, urging people not to share unverified content and factcheck India debunks it through its website.
Conclusion By Factcheck India
The government and Factcheck India is encouraging public participation in combating misinformation. By reporting suspicious content to the PIB Fact Check Unit and Factcheck India’s contact form, citizens can play a role in reducing the spread of fake news and ensuring accurate information reaches the public.
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