In an try to forestall leaks of presidency info and paperwork, the federal authorities has determined to limit its workers from utilizing social media platforms.
A notification issued by the Institution Division states that no authorities worker might be allowed to make use of any social media utility — together with Fb, Instagram, WhatsApp and Twitter — with out in search of permission from the federal government.
The reasoning behind the step is to “prevent the disclosure of government information and documents”.
The assertion additional directed the federal government workers to abide by Authorities Servants Guidelines 1964 below which authorities workers are barred from expressing their opinions or making any statements.
Authorities workers have been warned of “strict action” for violating any of the directions.
