ECI plans "Myth vs Reality" project and IT Act enforcement to combat misinformation during Lok Sabha polls.

ECI plans a two-pronged approach to combat misinformation and fake news during Lok Sabha polls. The "Myth vs Reality" project will debunk false information, and sections of the IT Act will empower state authorities to remove fake social media posts. CEC Rajiv Kumar urges citizens to "verify before you amplify" to maintain electoral integrity.

March 16, 2024
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