India Rebukes Pakistan's Falsehoods at UN Forum

India publicly criticized Pakistan for spreading disinformation at the UN, emphasizing inclusive access to information for good governance and transparency. Rajeev Shukla highlighted India's progress in tackling digital fraud and stressed the importance of communication in local languages for broader outreach in UN peacekeeping efforts.

In a strong rebuke at the United Nations, India condemned Pakistan for 'peddling lies and falsehood' at the global forum, arguing that no amount of misinformation can alter the reality on the ground. Rajya Sabha MP Rajeev Shukla underscored the importance of inclusive information access to foster trust and accountability.

Addressing the General Debate, Shukla expressed concern over disinformation undermining public trust and dividing communities, stressing that real democracies, like India, empower their citizens through transparent information and maintain accountability. He highlighted India's successful combat against digital fraud as part of this mission.

Furthermore, Shukla addressed the crucial safety of UN peacekeepers, advocating for targeted communication strategies in local languages to enhance outreach. He praised the UN's multilingual efforts on social media, encouraging further expansion to strengthen global inclusivity and community engagement.

(With inputs from agencies.)