MUMBAI: Social media, while frequently praised for its capacity to bring people together and develop connections, also has a dark side. One of the major disadvantages is the spread of bogus news and unfounded rumors. Vineeta Singh, the Founder of Sugar Cosmetics and a judge on all three seasons of Shark Tank India, is the most recent victim of such vicious falsehoods. False claims circulated that Singh had died at the age of 40, with headlines like "Goodbye to Vineeta Singh" spreading quickly across several platforms.
Vineeta has now addressed these fake death reports taking to her X account and wrote, “Been dealing with paid PR about my death & my arrest for 5 weeks. Ignored it at first, then reported to Meta several times, filed Mum_CyberPolice complaint but it’s not stopping. The hardest part is when folks panic & call my mom. Few of the posts are below. Any suggestions?”
Been dealing with paid PR about my death & my arrest for 5 weeks. Ignored it at first, then reported to @Meta several times, filed @Mum_CyberPolice complaint but it’s not stopping. The hardest part is when folks panic & call my mom Few of the posts are below. Any suggestions? pic.twitter.com/XYyQ5G2EoM
— Vineeta Singh (@vineetasng) April 20, 2024
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These rumors not only misreported her death and arrest, but also contained manipulated photographs implying she was gravely injured in a car accident. Such bogus reports are profoundly alarming, highlighting the dangers of social media when used irresponsibly. Singh's experience highlights the critical need for more effective ways to counteract the spread of fake news and safeguard people from the emotional and reputational harm that such disinformation can cause.
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