Govt Blocks Apps, Website Of ‘Punjab Politics TV’ Linked To Banned Group
Mumbai: The government has ordered blocking of apps, websites and social media accounts of foreign-based ‘Punjab Politics TV’.
It said the channel has close links with Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), which has been declared unlawful under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967.
The Information and Broadcasting Ministry said in a statement that the channel was “attempting to use online media to disturb public order” during the Punjab Assembly elections.
The ministry said the content aired on digital platforms by foreign channels had “the potential to incite communal disharmony and separatism”. It said the material “was found to be injurious to the sovereignty and integrity of India, the security of the state and public order.”
“It is also observed that the time has come to launch new apps and social media accounts during the current elections,” the ministry said.
The Sikh for Justice organization has been declared unlawful under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967. SJF founder-leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun has been declared an “individual terrorist” under the UAPA for promoting separatism.
“The Government of India remains vigilant and committed to secure the overall information environment in India and thwart any actions having the potential to undermine India’s sovereignty and integrity,” the information ministry said in the release.
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