Indian Army Issues Strict Social Media Rules For Personnel To Safeguard Operational Security

The Indian Army has issued an internal letter outlining strict guidelines on the use of social media and messaging applications by its personnel, with a focus on operational security and responsible online conduct, sources said.
According to the guidelines, Army personnel are allowed to access Instagram only for viewing and monitoring purposes, with any form of commenting or sharing views strictly prohibited. For messaging platforms such as Skype, WhatsApp, Telegram and Signal, the exchange of unclassified information of a general nature has been permitted, but communication must be limited to known contacts, with the responsibility of correctly identifying recipients resting with the user.
Sources said that on platforms including YouTube, X (formerly Twitter), Quora and Instagram, only passive participation to access information or knowledge is allowed. Uploading or sharing any user-generated content, messages or posts on these platforms has been banned. LinkedIn usage has been restricted to uploading resumes and accessing information related to potential employers or employees, with no active social networking permitted.
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