Government Focus On Social Media To Keep Track Of Current Affairs

"The Hon'ble Prime Minister now expects all his ministerial colleagues to use the social media platform extensively to disseminate the new initiatives of the government," Javadekar said in his letter.

He said the I&B ministry has a 'New Media Wing' with the objective of effective dissemination of information and to provide government communication a robust platform on social media.

"As a part of this process, a Social Media Communication Hub', a one-stop place, for all communication needs of the government on the social media platforms based on the 'Hub-and-Spoke' model has also been set up," Javadekar added.

He suggested that to ensure the success of the Prime Minister's vision, the Social Media Communication Hub should be utilized to highlight the achievements and policy initiatives of various ministries.

The change in the communication and information dissemination practices of the government is taking effect on a wide scale as various ministries have also sought the help of the I&B ministry to help them utilize the social media space effectively for the welfare of the masses.
(With Agencies inputs)

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