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        "id": 1706466,
        "msgid": "communications-minister-urges-public-to-stop-spreading-hoax-about-train-collision-in-bekasi-1777380715",
        "date": "2026-04-28 19:15:00",
        "title": "Communications Minister Urges Public to Stop Spreading Hoax About Train Collision in Bekasi",
        "author": "",
        "source": "CNBC",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Regulation",
        "summary": "Indonesia's Minister of Communications and Digital Affairs, Meutya Hafid, has called on the public to refrain from disseminating hoaxes or sensitive content regarding the collision between the Argo Bromo Anggrek train and a KRL at Bekasi Timur Station. She emphasised that the tragedy should not be exploited irresponsibly, particularly through unverified information that could exacerbate distress for victims and their families. While internal discussions on potential content censorship are ongoing, the primary approach focuses on fostering public awareness and humane restraint in sharing such material.",
        "content": "<p>Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia - The Minister of Communications and Digital\nAffairs, Meutya Hafid, has urged the public not to spread hoaxes or\nsensitive content related to the collision between the Argo Bromo\nAnggrek train and a KRL at Bekasi Timur Station. Meutya stressed that\nthe accident is a tragedy that should not be exploited irresponsibly,\nespecially by disseminating unverified information. \u201cThis is a very\nheartbreaking tragedy, yes. For the victims\u2019 families and all of us. So,\nwe strongly urge that no one exploits such a tragic event. First of all,\nespecially by spreading hoaxes or false news,\u201d Meutya said after a press\nconference at the Komdigi Building in Jakarta on Tuesday (28\/4\/2026).\nSecondly, Meutya continued, avoid repeatedly sharing content related to\nthe incident excessively, as it could cause psychological trauma to\nvictims or their families. \u201cEven if it\u2019s not true, repeatedly sharing it\ncould cause psychological trauma to the victims\u2019 families or the victims\nthemselves, as some victims are still being treated in hospital,\u201d she\nemphasised. Regarding the possibility of censoring content showing\nvictims, Meutya said her office is still holding internal discussions.\nHowever, she stressed that the main approach prioritises public\nawareness. \u201cWe are discussing with the Director General if there is\nanything we need to handle, we will handle it. But the spirit is that we\nwant the public not to do that,\u201d Meutya said. \u201cWe strongly urge that\nthere is no need for special intervention from the Ministry of\nCommunications and Digital Affairs. This is all based on humanity to\navoid excessive sharing, avoid sharing misinformation, and avoid actions\nthat could have a negative impact on victims or their families,\u201d she\nconcluded.<\/p>",
        "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/communications-minister-urges-public-to-stop-spreading-hoax-about-train-collision-in-bekasi-1777380715",
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