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CHECK PICs! Maharashtra Police's mantra, 'don’t get fooled by the virus'

By Lokmat English Desk | Updated: April 1, 2021 17:14 IST

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April 1 is celebrated all over the country as April Fool's Day. It is that one day in the year when people can get away with almost anything.
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Due to the coronavirus pandemic in the country. Police have warned not to share news or messages and spread rumors.
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Mumbai Police has appealed to people to not make anyone April fool by spreading false or fake news through social media.
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It’s April Fool's Day but “don’t get fooled by the virus,” Mumbai Police said in a new post on Twitter today to spread awareness about the importance of face masks.
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The graphic that Mumbai Police shared in their new post on Twitter features a face mask and the caption reads, “Not wearing your face mask is a costly prank. Be ‘fool-proof’ against the virus.”
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Don't be fooled by such messages through WhatsApp, SMS, email, banners, or any other medium. Verify the authenticity of every message !, police said.
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Currently, citizens are deceived through fake calls and messages, forcing them to open links and asking for information.
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Vaccination is also in full swing due to the prevalence of corona. However, misconceptions are being spread about this vaccination whichis false.
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Consumers are deceived by the temptation to invest a thousand rupees and get a lakh rupees.
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Maharashtra Police tweeted from their official account, raising awareness by suggesting not to become a fool.
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