'He is fit': Delhi Police debunks fake newspaper clipping claiming Dipke's death
Delhi Police have officially debunked a viral newspaper clipping that falsely reported the death of activist Abhijeet Dipke. Authorities have warned of legal action against those spreading the misinformation.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the growing challenge of digital misinformation and the potential for fabricated content to incite social unrest during political protests.
NEW DELHI: Delhi Police on Friday dismissed as fake a newspaper clipping circulating on social media that falsely claimed the death of Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet DipkeThe police warned of strict legal action against those responsible for creating and sharing the misinformation.In a clarification issued through its official social media handle, the police said the viral newspaper clipping was fabricated and urged people not to believe or circulate unverified information."A fabricated newspaper clipping falsely claiming the death of Abhijeet Dipke is fake. He is fit, healthy and safe.
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