DeTect: Fake infographic shows Rahul ahead of Modi

CHENNAI: A screengrab of a news channel shows an infographic with figures for ‘public sentiment’ for prominent leaders. Rahul Gandhi leads the pack with 66% while PM is behind at 15%. This screenshot is being shared in the context of Bharat Jodo Yatra. Alt News found a broadcast from the 2017 Gujarat-Himachal Assembly polls was doctored and shared as a recent one. The graphics pertained to social media engagement on the leaders and not popularity.

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