News18 : Apr 01, 2020, 08:38 AM
New Delhi: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on Tuesday set up a dedicated Twitter handle for sharing news and updates about the novel coronavirus.The account is named #IndiaFightsCorona and uses the handle @CovidnewsbyMIB.In its first tweet, the handle has shared the helpline numbers for information on the pandemic."Dear citizens, We should not get infodemic while fighting against #CoronaOutbreak. It is important to be updated with correct information on #COVID19.Follow @COVIDNewsbyMIB for authentic information and all updates on Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)," reads the first tweet, which also carries a photo with the government's helpline number written on it.