India, Oct. 6 -- Srinagar: The chief education officer (CEO) of Baramulla in north Kashmir directed teaching and non-teaching staff employed under the department to refrain from criticising government policies on social media, warning them of punitive action, including dismissal from service.

In a circular on Saturday, he directed all the employees of the School Education Department of the district to strictly adhere to the guidelines and refrain from "indulging in unwarranted debates and discussions and avoid sharing, commenting or posting inappropriate content on social media platforms".

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