MeitY Issues Cyber Safety Advisory Following Operation Sindoor: A National Call for Digital Vigilance

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In the wake of Operation Sindoor, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has stepped up its efforts to combat misinformation and strengthen cybersecurity awareness across the nation. On Friday, MeitY published a crucial set of dos and don’ts for internet users via a post on X (formerly Twitter), urging citizens to stay informed, alert, and responsible in the digital space.

With an increased risk of misleading content and fake news circulating after Operation Sindoor, MeitY’s message is clear: “Stay cautious while online—don’t fall for traps or misinformation. Be patriotic, stay vigilant, stay safe.”

This advisory follows a spike in deceptive social media posts, manipulated images, and disinformation campaigns that threaten public order and national security. The government’s response aims to prevent panic, protect sensitive national interests, and ensure that verified, accurate information is shared.

🔒 Do’s: What Citizens Should Do Online

  1. Follow Official Sources Only
    Users are encouraged to rely on verified updates from government accounts, credible news portals, and authorized bodies such as Press Information Bureau (PIB) for information.

  2. Share Official Helplines & Relief Updates
    Sharing accurate emergency contact numbers, helpline details, and relief operations from official sources can help people in affected areas and spread useful awareness.

  3. Cross-Verify Before Forwarding
    Before sharing any news, images, or videos, users must ensure that the content is fact-checked through reliable platforms like PIB Fact Check or other certified fact-checking organizations.

  4. Report Misinformation
    If you come across any fake news or misleading content, report it directly to the government via:
    📱 WhatsApp: +91 8799711259
    📧 Email: socialmedia@pib.gov.in

🚫 Don’ts: What Citizens Must Avoid

  1. Do Not Share Sensitive Defence Information
    Users must refrain from posting or forwarding content about troop movements, military operations, or any internal security details. Such actions can compromise national security.

  2. Avoid Unverified Claims or Viral Rumours
    Disinformation can escalate tension and panic. Refrain from sharing news that hasn’t been confirmed by an official source.

  3. Do Not Spread Communal or Inciteful Content
    Content that promotes violence, communal disharmony, or hatred is strictly prohibited and can invite legal consequences.

  4. Stay Away from Propaganda
    MeitY and Doordarshan News have both warned of an incoming wave of propaganda and false narratives, particularly from hostile entities post Operation Sindoor. Citizens must scrutinize and reject such content.

Government’s Proactive Measures: Countering Disinformation With Facts

The PIB’s fact-checking wing has been actively countering several false claims circulating online. Some recent instances include:

  • Debunking of Alleged Pakistani Strikes on Amritsar Military Base

  • Fact-checking viral messages claiming that ATMs would remain closed for 2-3 days

  • Clarifying misleading videos attempting to distort the reality of Operation Sindoor

This coordinated approach between MeitY, PIB, and state media reflects the Indian government’s growing emphasis on digital hygiene and responsible internet usage.

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