Published 13:49 IST, June 30th 2020

Sonam Kapoor exposes fake lockdown rules going viral on the internet

Recently, Sonam Kapoor took to social media to share a picture that had a list of fake lockdown news going viral on the internet. Take a look at it.

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During ongoing coronavirus outbreak, several social media platforms have become a source of information for citizens who are containing mselves inside ir houses. Amid this, re are several cases of fake news being circulated causing havoc amongst people. Bollywood actor Sonam Kapoor recently debunked one such fake news that had gone viral on social media. Read on:

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Sonam Kapoor debunks fake news that went viral

Sonam Kapoor recently shared a post that was going viral on social media. post had a list of rules and regulations that were said to be issued by government. Sonam Kapoor reshared post of Mumbai Police who even put a fake stamp on it.

Take a look at Sonam Kapoor’s post here:

Sonam Kapoor Instagram

(Im Source: Sonam Kapoor Instagram)

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According to post that went viral on social media, it explained a set of 11 new rules that had been applicable in Mumbai. This came after Maharashtra government declared a lockdown in state due to increasing cases of coronavirus. According to fake news, it was mentioned that only essential shops except medical stores will be working.

im also listed rules like one should keep address proof handy while stepping out to purchase goods, one should t use vehicles for travelling within distance of 2kms, etc. Mumbai Police shared same im on ir social media and furr wrote, “We would like to inform Mumbaikars that attached guidelines have t been issued by Mumbai Police. We request citizens to neir believe r forward this mess to any of ir friends or family members. Please rely only on official sources for any information. #dial100”.

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Union Home Ministry anunced several guidelines for Unlock 2.0 last night. latest guidelines will come into effect from July 1, 2020, in next phase of lockdown. government also mentioned that newer guidelines are based on feedback received from states and union territories.

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According to new guidelines issued for Unlock 2.0, educational institutions will remain closed. Furr large garings will be prohibited. However, night curfew has been extended from 10 pm-5 am. Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi will also be addressing nation today at 4 pm.

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13:49 IST, June 30th 2020