Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:29pm on 24 Jul 2026,Friday Politics
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Union ministers to strengthen their Instagram presence and use reels and interactive content to engage more effectively with India's youth during a Cabinet meeting. According to CNN-News18 sources, the Prime Minister asked ministers how many actively used Instagram and emphasised that young citizens increasingly consume information on the platform. Hours earlier, Modi himself posted a short-form Instagram reel in a conversational style, signalling the government's focus on digital-first communication. The push comes as the Gen Z-led Jantar Mantar protests over the alleged NEET-UG 2026 paper leak have gained massive traction through viral reels, videos and live updates, making social media a central space for public engagement. (PC: Reuters)
