Karnataka government to revive Information Disorder Tackling Unit (IDTU) to combat fake news.
The Karnataka government is set to revive its Information Disorder Tackling Unit (IDTU) to counter the spread of fake news, which has been linked to law and order disturbances. Championed by Home Minister Priyank Kharge, the IDTU had a trial run in 2024 but was later paused. Now, it will operate as a full-fledged wing under the State's Cyber Command Unit. The unit will monitor social media and news articles, identify threats, and facilitate fact-checking by independent websites before publishing findings on its flagship portal.
Key Points
- Karnataka is reviving its Information Disorder Tackling Unit (IDTU) to tackle fake news.
- The IDTU will function under the State's Cyber Command Unit.
- It aims to monitor social media and news, identify threats, and facilitate fact-checking.
- The initiative was championed by Home Minister Priyank Kharge.
Exam Facts
- Information Disorder Tackling Unit (IDTU).
- Home Minister: Priyank Kharge.
- State's Cyber Command Unit.
- Trial run in 2024.
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