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BJP appoints Deepak Mhaske to lead IT cell, vows to fight online propaganda

The Bharatiya Janata Party named Deepak Mhaske as its new IT cell chief, promising to counter propaganda and correct public misconceptions.

In New Delhi, the Bharatiya Janata Party introduced Deepak Mhaske as the newly appointed chief of its IT cell. Mhaske stressed that the party's social-media operation will focus on delivering correct answers and clearing up public misunderstandings. He described the role as a fight against misinformation and hostile propaganda. The announcement underscores the BJP's ongoing emphasis on digital outreach ahead of future elections. No additional details about the team's composition or tactics were provided.

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The BJP's digital strategy shapes political discourse and influences voter perceptions across India.

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