Police arrested a teacher on the charge of spreading misinformation about coronavirus on social media in Kalahandi district.
The accused Bindu Mahananda was apprehended by the order of the district SP.
On social media, the teacher had allegedly posted about a person infected with coronavirus at Khaliakani village. During verification of the post, police found the information was completely false.
Earlier on Friday, a youth had been arrested in Rayagada district for allegedly spreading fake news about COVID-19.
Notably, the State Government has recently framed regulations for prevention of spread of the deadly virus. As per the guidelines, action shall be taken against persons for spreading false information about the disease.