Hyderabad: The Telangana Police urged people to check the truth of any news, video, or post before sharing it on social media. The police said that false or unverified information could create confusion and tension in society.
In a post on its official @TelanganaCOPs handle on X, the police warned users to be careful before forwarding messages. The post read, “Check before you share,” and stressed the danger of fake information spreading online.
Telangana Police warns people to stop sharing fake news online
Police officers asked citizens to confirm if a news item is true before posting or forwarding it. They also warned users not to join false campaigns or spread rumours. The department urged people to act responsibly on WhatsApp groups and other social media sites.
The police again said that people must verify news before sharing it. They added that those who spread fake information could face legal trouble. Finally, they asked users not to post content just to grab attention or create panic online.
సోషల్ మీడియాలో ఏదైనా న్యూస్ లేదా సమాచారాన్ని ఫార్వార్డ్ చేసే ముందు ఆలోచించండి. తొందరపడి తప్పుడు సమాచారం ప్రచారం చేయొద్దు. మీరు చూసే వార్తల్లో నిజానిజాలను నిర్ధారించుకున్న తర్వాతే షేర్ చేయండి. ఫేక్ వార్తల ప్రచారంలో మీరు భాగస్వాములు కాకుండా చూసుకోండి.#telanganapolice pic.twitter.com/zUcK10GQvD
— Telangana Police (@TelanganaCOPs) October 13, 2025
