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Noida police charge X users over false Dhruv Rathee arrest claims
Authorities in Noida have registered cases against multiple social media accounts that circulated false reports about YouTuber Dhruv Rathee's arrest. The police action underscores growing concerns over misinformation spread through social platforms.
LSN India ·
The Noida Police Department has booked at least two identified X (formerly Twitter) accounts and several unidentified accounts for disseminating false information claiming that prominent YouTuber and political commentator Dhruv Rathee had been arrested.
The cases were registered following complaints regarding the rapid spread of fabricated arrest reports across the social media platform. Officials said the posts had the potential to disturb public order and create panic among citizens. The false claims gained traction online before being debunked by authorities.
The police action marks an ongoing effort by law enforcement agencies across northern India to curb the spread of misinformation on social media platforms. Noida authorities have intensified monitoring of online content that could undermine public confidence or incite disorder.
Investigations are continuing to identify the operators behind the unidentified accounts. Police said they are coordinating with X platform authorities to gather additional information for the ongoing probe. The case highlights the challenges regulatory bodies face in combating disinformation in real-time across digital platforms.