Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA) has cautioned the public against a misleading weather advisory graphic titled “Nagaland Weather Advisory: March 25-29” circulating on social media using NSDMA data but displaying an incorrectly generated district map.
In a press release, secretary NSDMA, Sentiwapang Aier, stated that the weather-related information contained in the circulated post appears to be derived from official NSDMA sources.
However, NSDMA said the district mapping and visual representation were generated inaccurately, resulting in a misleading depiction of affected areas.
It said the map shown in the circulated graphic were inaccurate and did not reflect the official assessment or communication issued by NSDMA.
NSDMA has cautioned the general public that circulation of altered or unofficial weather-related information, including incorrectly generated maps or graphics in the name of NSDMA constituted misinformation and could lead to confusion regarding risk areas and public safety preparedness.
Therefore, it advised the people to exercise due caution and refrain from creating, sharing, or forwarding any such unverified materials, and to rely only on official advisories and updates issued through the verified communication channels of NSDMA and the government of Nagaland.
For accurate, real-time alerts and verified weather updates, it advised the public to to download and use the Safer Nagaland App.
Tuesday, March 31, 2026