KP government bans fake social media channels
JournalismPakistan.com | Published: 3 May 2020
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The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has implemented a ban on fake social media channels to address the rise of misinformation. Only recognized national media will be allowed at official government events.Summary
PESHAWAR—Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has reportedly banned fake social media channels, including those on web, YouTube, and Facebook, and barred their journalists from entering government offices.
Only PEMRA registered national-level channels and newspapers would be allowed to cover official events.
Representatives of social media channels would not be allowed to record statements or seek versions of government officials.
The government also barred officials from giving statements and interviews to social media channels and inviting them to news conferences.
The government is said to have informed the district administration, and relevant officials about the directive regarding social media channels.
The decision was taken due to the growing number of fictitious social media channels involved in disseminating fake news and blackmailing public servants and even citizens.
Key Points
- Ban on fake social media channels in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
- Only PEMRA registered media allowed to cover official events.
- Officials barred from interacting with unregistered media.
- Directive issued to district administration and relevant officials.
- Decision aims to tackle fake news and blackmailing practices.
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