Kathmandu, Feb. 10 -- Experts on the second day of the Kantipur Conclave 2026 warned that public discourse in the digital age is increasingly chaotic. They said the rapid spread of information, much of it unverified, makes it difficult to separate truth from rumours, creating a challenging environment for meaningful dialogue.

Speakers urged journalists, politicians, and tech platforms to prioritise ethics, accountability, and critical engagement over chasing clicks, sensationalism, and unchecked algorithms. They emphasised that responsible practices are essential to ensure that digital spaces serve the public interest rather than exacerbate misinformation and social division.

Dipesh Tripathi, founder of the YouTube channel The Nepali Co...