The Himachal Pradesh Police on Tuesday warned the public against spreading rumours regarding COVID-19 or the ongoing lockdown in the name of April Fool's Day.
It said FIR will be lodged against anyone found indulging in such pranks on April 1.
In a message posted on social media, Shimla Superintendent of Police Omapati Jamwal said, "Tomorrow is April 1. Don't spread any rumour regarding COVID-19 or lockdown in the name of April Fool. FIR will be lodged."
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