J&K District Magistrate orders two-month curbs on fake news and provocative content, including reaction videos
The Kishtwar District Magistrate issued an order on November 3 under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita that restricts publication and circulation of provocative statements and fake news across digital news portals, social media pages, and content creators. The order specifically prohibits reaction videos, counter-videos, and edited audiovisual material used to threaten or incite others, while carving out exceptions for disagreement, criticism, satire and unpopular opinions. The District Information Officer has been directed to compile an inventory of digital news outlets and their owners.
Key points
- Two-month ban on fake news and provocative content in Kishtwar district affecting digital media and social creators.
- Order explicitly targets reaction videos and edited content used for intimidation or incitement while preserving free speech protections.
- Government to maintain an inventory of digital news outlets, owners and editors in the district.
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