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Kolkata Police Warns of Fake Bengal Social Media Posts and Promises Legal Action
India
Published on 7 May 2026
Police say verified photos actually come from elsewhere
Kolkata Police have issued a stern advisory on X after noticing misleading posts and videos spreading on social media about West Bengal and Kolkata. The force says preliminary verification shows the visuals originated from other locations and are not connected to the state or city. Police warn citizens against sharing such misinformation and indicate legal action against those responsible.
- Kolkata Police cautions citizens against fake posts and videos
- Preliminary checks show visuals are from other locations
- Police say the misinformation is deliberate and misleading
- Legal action may be taken against those spreading it
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