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Army Updates Internet Media Rules, Permits Instagram Viewing
The Indian Army has amended its Internet media guidelines, allowing soldiers to create accounts on Instagram. They will only be able to view content, but will not be able to post or like. The Army's aim is to increase soldiers' awareness in the information age and prevent the leakage of sensitive information. Restrictions on posting content on Instagram already apply.
The Army has amended its Internet media guidelines. Soldiers can now follow a condition when they are allowed to create/sign up for an account on Instagram. Soldiers can view on Instagram but cannotpostor like.
Previously, Army personnel could sign up on Instagram, but were not allowed to sign up on Instagram. This move was taken to increase the awareness level of soldiers in the digital information age and to protect them from the potential or inadvertent leakage of sensitive information.
Sources said on Thursday that the amendment to the guidelines was introduced a few days ago. This will apply to all ranks of the Indian Army. Under the revised guidelines, Army personnel can now sign up for Instagram and view posts, but cannot post content.
