Islamabad, 7 September, 2023 (GNP): In a swift and decisive response, Caretaker Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Murtaza Solangi, categorically refuted the authenticity of a purported notification circulating on social media, falsely claiming a ban on Rs5,000 currency notes. Taking on X, formerly Twitter, Minister Solangi reiterated the government’s unwavering commitment to dispel misinformation.
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He underscored that strict actions would be taken against any individuals involved in the dissemination of such deceptive notifications.
The baseless ‘notification,’ alleging a nationwide ban on Rs5,000 notes effective September 30, 2023, had caused unwarranted panic among the public.
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The spurious notice purported a significant policy change aimed at fortifying the financial system and combatting illicit financial activities.
Swiftly corroborating Minister Solangi’s stance, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting’s fact-checking Twitter account invalidated the bogus notification.
Disseminating #FakeNews is not only unethical and illegal but it is also disservice to the nation. It is the responsibility of everyone to reject irresponsible behavior. Reject #FakeNews pic.twitter.com/bfrLn0b2Io
— Fact Checker MoIB (@FactCheckerMoIB) September 7, 2023
