Delhi Police Blocks 480 Pakistan-Linked Social Media Accounts Over ‘Fake Posts’ on Student Protest

Amid the ongoing student protests in the national capital, Delhi Police on Thursday said it has identified and blocked around 480 Pakistan-based social media accounts for allegedly spreading fake and misleading content related to the agitation.

According to the police, the accounts were attempting to exploit the protests by circulating misinformation and rumours online. Authorities urged students and the public to verify information before sharing it and avoid falling for unverified social media posts.

The warning comes as the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) continues its protest at Jantar Mantar, demanding the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak.

‘480 Pakistan-based handles identified’

In a video message, Delhi Police said hundreds of Pakistan-origin social media handles had been found spreading misinformation.

“We have noticed misinformation being circulated on social media. Around 480 Pakistan-based social media handles have been identified for spreading fake content and rumours. Action has been taken to block them,” the police said.

Officials also claimed that many of the identified accounts were previously active during Operation Sindoor.

Police urge students to avoid misinformation

The police alleged that the accounts were attempting to provoke people and mislead students amid the protests.

“They have only one purpose—to incite people and distract students,” the statement said.

Appealing for restraint, Delhi Police advised students not to trust edited videos, anonymous social media accounts or unverified posts, and to verify information before forwarding it.

Pakistan calls it India’s internal matter

Responding to questions about the protests, Pakistan declined to comment, describing the issue as an internal matter of India.

Asked whether the Indian administration’s handling of the protests raised human rights concerns, Pakistan’s foreign affairs spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said, “This is an internal matter of India. We do not offer comments on such matters.”

CJP protest enters Day 34

The CJP’s agitation entered its 34th consecutive day on Thursday, with thousands of supporters gathering at Jantar Mantar to press for the education minister’s resignation.

Crowds at the protest site have grown since the party’s “Sansad Chalo” march on July 20, during which clashes erupted between protesters and police. Protesters alleged that security personnel used lathi charges and tear gas to disperse the crowd.