The Ministry of Railways launched its official fact-check handle on social media platform X on Wednesday, aiming to counter a surge in misinformation and AI-generated videos targeting the Indian Railways. The initiative comes amid the circulation of several fabricated clips, particularly in poll-bound Bihar with the Congress’ X handle peddling fake news left, right, and centre.
“Introducing @IRFactCheck — the official handle of Indian Railways to counter misinformation. If you come across any misleading or false content about Railways, tag @IRFactCheck to help us keep the facts on track. Follow, stay informed, and share responsibly,” the Ministry of Railways announced on X.
Introducing @IRFactCheck — the official handle of Indian Railways to counter misinformation.
If you come across any misleading or false content about Railways, tag @IRFactCheck to help us keep the facts on track.
Follow, stay informed, and share responsibly. ✅— Ministry of Railways (@RailMinIndia) October 22, 2025
One Congress video depicted chaotic scenes with passengers climbing on train doors and windows in Bihar, purportedly highlighting current overcrowding during the Chhath Puja rush. The Railway Fact-Check handle responded, stating that web searches confirmed the footage was from earlier years. “Please do not confuse railway passengers by sharing old footage,” the handle stated.
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कृपया पुरानी फुटेज शेयर करके रेल यात्रियों को भ्रमित न करें। https://t.co/MHOivUZrtG pic.twitter.com/EjxyuIf4yF— Ministry of Railways (@RailMinIndia) October 22, 2025
Through 12,000+ Special Trains across the nation — Indian Railways stands as a symbol of service and reliability. pic.twitter.com/eEfCyWK4U7
— Ministry of Railways (@RailMinIndia) October 22, 2025
A further post by the Congress featured a picture of a man sleeping inside a train toilet, using it to criticize Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. The Ministry issued a firm rebuttal: “This post is misleading. Avoid circulating outdated or distorted information that misrepresents the ongoing efforts of Indian Railways. Please refrain from such attempts to malign the reputation of the organisation or undermine the tireless service of over 12 lakh Railway employees.”
This post is misleading. Avoid circulating outdated or distorted information that misrepresents the ongoing efforts of Indian Railways. Please refrain from such attempts to malign the reputation of the organisation or undermine the tireless service of over 12 lakh Railway… https://t.co/cSkfky5jTU pic.twitter.com/VHjt2zZxUS
— Ministry of Railways (@RailMinIndia) October 21, 2025
The launch of the fact-check initiative follows a warning from Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, who promised strict action against those circulating fake videos about the railways. After reviewing crowd management at Anand Vihar railway station in Delhi, Vaishnaw had appealed to the public not to share such videos, stating they create confusion among passengers.
The problem of viral misinformation was highlighted earlier when a post claimed two passengers had fallen from the overcrowded Mumbai-Bihar Karmbhoomi Express, with one suffering serious injuries. The Central Railway promptly debunked this claim, officially labeling it as “fake.”
(Source: News18)
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