The Sindh government announced plans to create a provincial-level monitoring cell aimed at addressing the challenge of “negative and misleading propaganda” on social media platforms. The initiative, detailed by Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon on July 22, seeks to ensure accountability of those disseminating false information and to safeguard national interests.

During a meeting, officials discussed the need to counter coordinated misinformation campaigns and harmful online content. The meeting was attended by Information Secretary Kashif Gulzar Shaikh, Director General Information Moiz Pirzada, and others.

Memon emphasised the need for legal action against those spreading false and misleading information, stating, “Effective legal action against those involved in spreading false and misleading information is essential.”

He added that while freedom of expression is a constitutional right, it should not be used as a shield for spreading falsehoods, and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to promoting accurate information and protecting the country’s national interests.