Vineeta Singh, the CEO of Sugar and a judge on Shark Tank, recently addressed false rumors circulating on social media regarding her death and arrest. In a post on a social media platform, Singh expressed frustration over the spread of misinformation and clarified that none of the reports about her arrest or demise were true.
Singh stated that she has been dealing with “paid PR” deliberately spreading these rumors for the past five weeks. Despite initially ignoring the false reports, she took action by reporting the issue to Meta (formerly Facebook) multiple times and filing a complaint with the Mumbai Cyber Police. However, the dissemination of fake news persisted, leading to panic among some individuals who even contacted her family.
In her post, Singh shared screenshots of the fake news articles and posts claiming her death, highlighting the extent of misinformation circulating online. Since posting her response, the message has garnered significant attention, with over one lakh views and nearly 500 likes.
Users on the platform expressed their concern and reactions to Singh’s situation. Some users shared their experiences of encountering similar fake news, emphasizing the need for social media platforms to take responsibility for curbing misinformation. Others offered support and suggested seeking assistance from high-level contacts at Meta to address the issue effectively.
The incident underscores the challenges faced by public figures like Vineeta Singh in combating false information and the impact such rumors can have on individuals and their families. As social media continues to play a significant role in disseminating news, ensuring the accuracy and authenticity of information shared online remains a critical concern.
Sources By Agencies