The Maharashtra government has issued guidelines regulating the use of social media platforms for all of its officials and employees. The general administration department on Monday issued a Government Resolution (GR) mentioning guidelines regulating social media use by its employees, aimed at having responsible use of digital media.

According to the guidelines, an individual working with the government at any post or office is not allowed to use government emblems, logos, vehicles, designations, or even a picture in government uniform for personal social media use. Be they regular employees, on deputation, local self-government, municipal councils, corporations or public undertakings, or contractual employees, all of them will have to keep their personal and official accounts separate.

Misuse of social media will result in disciplinary action. REPRESENTATION PIC/ISTOCK