The Assam Police have issued a stern warning that strict legal action will be taken against individuals or groups found spreading false or misleading information about shortages of LPG, petroleum, oil and lubricants (POL), and other petroleum products in the state.
In an official advisory, the police said certain elements may be attempting to spread misinformation to create confusion and panic among the public, and urged residents not to believe or forward unverified messages about fuel shortages on social media or other communication platforms.
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"Citizens are advised not to believe or forward any misleading claims about shortages of LPG, POL or other petroleum products," the advisory stated, adding that such rumours can disrupt normal supply chains and unnecessarily alarm the public.
The police appealed to residents to rely exclusively on information released through official government channels and to report any suspicious or misleading posts that could disturb public order.