UML issues directive to shut down party’s fake accounts within 15 days

KATHMANDU: The CPN-UML has given concerned parties 15 days to take down bogus social media profiles established in the names of party leaders.

Through a statement, UML has asked any account operators who have been using party names, logos, flags, and leader names to notify them within 15 days.

Besides, the party’s media department has stated unequivocally that the party will be forced to take legal action against such bogus account administrators.

According to Rajendra Gautam, Head of Propaganda Department, unlawful usage of fake IDs was circulated through social media after it was discovered that rumors were being spread among common residents and party ranks by utilizing fake IDs in the name of party leadership.

He claimed that the party’s name, logo, and flag are being misappropriated by unapproved and unknown individuals through the use of social media. This causes confusion within party lines and the general public.

As a result, in order to end the abuse of social media, this notification has been provided to all parties involved, as there has been demand from all sides to stop the phony accounts associated with the party and party leadership,’ he said.