The federal government has imposed a ban on the use of social media by public employees, as announced in an official memorandum issued by the Establishment Division.
According to the memorandum, government employees are prohibited from using any media platform without prior authorization. This measure aims to prevent the unauthorized disclosure of official information and documents.
The memorandum instructs government employees to strictly adhere to the Government Servants (Conduct) Rules of 1964. Under these rules, no government employee is allowed to use any social media applications without permission.
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The document further states that employees are not permitted to express opinions or make statements on social media without authorization. Violations of these directives will result in strict disciplinary actions. Government employees are also barred from sharing official documents and information with unauthorized individuals.
Additionally, the memorandum emphasizes that government employees cannot express views or facts that could harm the government's reputation. They are prohibited from making any statements against government policies, decisions, national sovereignty, and dignity, or from sharing content that could adversely affect relations with other countries.
