JAMMU, May 12: The Tehsildar Haveli in Poonch district has issued a notice to persons who allegedly circulated and confirmed reports on social media and through interviews claiming that a lion was seen roaming in Banwat village.
The administration said preliminary verification conducted at the local level found the information to be false and misleading, adding that no such wild animal has ever been naturally found or reported in the entire Pir Panjal region.
The notice stated that the rumours created panic among the public and warned that spreading false and unverified information could invite legal action under relevant laws.
The persons who publicly made the claims have been asked to submit evidence or material supporting their statements within 24 hours, failing which it will be presumed that the rumours were deliberately spread to mislead the public and create unnecessary fear.
The administration also advised people not to circulate unverified content on social media and to maintain peace and public order.
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