The Arvind Kejriwal government, which on coming to power had set up a team to monitor content on news channels after the AAP objected to ‘controversial news’ on air, is now planning to keep tabs on content related to the Delhi government on the social media.
Sources in know of the development said the authorities concerned have been directed to prepare a proposal to set up a team that would monitor content and promote achievements of the Aam Aadmi Party government on platforms like Twitter and Facebook.
“The blueprint of the proposal is being prepared. It would require a dedicated team of experts who understand the dynamics of social media besides having a nose for news. Unlike monitoring of the print and the electronic media, here the team would have specialists. Since there is staff crunch, we might employ new people, or even outsource some,” a source said.
As far as promoting the achievements of the government is concerned, sources said officials are even considering creating an official Twitter handle to reach out to people directly.
“Both the ruling party and senior leaders, including those in the political executive, are active on Twitter. But before having an official handle of the government, the wherewithal needs to be in place,” said an official.
Besides the Prime Minister’s Office, several State governments also have their own Twitter handles.
Sources say the government is also considering creating an official Twitter handle
