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As per the viral message, Mangalureans were requested to stay indoors citing disinfectant procedure to contain coronavirus.
In the fake message, it was said: “All are requested to stay indoors after 10 pm tonight till tomorrow morning 5 am. There will be disinfectant procedure in order to contain the coronavirus (COVID-19).”
As per government orders dated March 11, 2020, it is a serious offence to spread rumours, false messages pertaining to coronavirus. The district administration will take stringent action against those who spread a false message in social media regard to COVID 19, stated a press release from the district administration.
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