Srinagar, July 4 (JKNS): Police on Saturday refuted false claims circulating on social media alleging that buses carrying Amarnath Yatra pilgrims were attacked and caught fire near Lal Chowk in Srinagar, terming the reports completely baseless.
In a statement as per news agency JKNS, Srinagar Police said it had come to its notice that false and misleading information was being widely circulated on various social media platforms claiming that buses carrying pilgrims for the annual Amarnath Yatra had come under attack and caught fire near Lal Chowk.
Police clarified that no such incident has taken place and said the viral video being circulated in connection with the Amarnath Yatra is unrelated and has been falsely linked to the pilgrimage.
Srinagar Police advised the general public not to create, circulate or share unverified or misleading content that may create panic, disturb public order or spread misinformation.
It further warned that strict legal action will be initiated against individuals found creating, sharing or reposting false information in violation of the applicable laws.
Police also appealed to citizens to rely only on information issued through official government and law enforcement channels and to verify facts before forwarding or sharing any content on social media. (JKNS)
