Fake police social media page created ahead of Gen-Z protest: NHRC Report
▸ Part of: NHRC Recommends Probe into Leaders and Influencers for Inciting Protest Violence
A Human Rights Commission report revealed that a fake Facebook page impersonating the Nepal Police was created before the Gen-Z movement protests to incite violence. The page spread misleading messages encouraging students to wear uniforms and act as human shields, a tactic supported by security agencies. Despite clear indications of potential violence and misinformation on social media, security agencies and the government failed to adequately monitor accounts, counter misinformation, or prepare effectively.
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