Itanagar, Aug 14: The Arunachal Pradesh Police (APP) has urged the general public to exercise caution while using social media and refrain from sharing or forwarding unverified photographs, videos and messages concerning border incidents and the movement or deployment of security forces.
In a public advisory issued by the Office of the Director General of Police on Friday, the police specifically appealed to citizens not to upload or circulate photographs, videos or information relating to the location, movement, deployment or operational activities of security forces.
The police cautioned that such information, even when shared with good intentions, could inadvertently affect operational security and the safety of security personnel.
The advisory also urged the public to rely only on official statements and verified sources for information concerning sensitive security-related developments. It warned against circulating rumours and unverified information, saying such content could create unnecessary fear, confusion and apprehension among the people.
The police emphasised that responsible use of social media and restraint by citizens can make a significant contribution towards maintaining peace, public confidence and the security of the state and the nation.
The advisory comes amid the circulation of reports and information on social media concerning alleged Chinese activities along the India-China border in Arunachal Pradesh. The APP urged the citizens to exercise particular caution in sharing such sensitive information and to verify the authenticity of any content before forwarding it.