Misinformation on Social Media: Manipur Police Issue Legal Warning

Manipur Police has issued a warning regarding the dissemination of misinformation and rumors intended to incite fear or disrupt public order. The state police highlighted that certain social media messages falsely alleging plans for an attack on CHASSAD Kuki Village by members of a specific community have been circulated. Such claims are described as entirely false and unfounded, with the police assuring that sufficient security measures are in place to prevent any incidents. In response, the police have threatened legal action against anyone found spreading these inaccuracies.

Additionally, the police have advised the public to be cautious of rumors and to verify the authenticity of any suspicious videos or audio clips by contacting the Central Control Room at the provided phone number, 9233522822. They also warned of the potential for numerous fake posts circulating online, stressing that the sharing of these misleading posts could result in legal repercussions.

Furthermore, the police appealed to the community to return any looted arms, ammunition, and explosives to law enforcement or the nearest security forces promptly. In a related development, security forces have arrested two active members of the banned KCP (MFL) group in Imphal West district of Manipur.