According to police sources, the complaint was filed a few days ago by a social activist, who alleged that the accused, along with more than a dozen other social media accounts, were circulating provocative content and attempting to incite communal tension online
Officers have also stated that more accounts, allegedly involved in the circulation of hate content, are under scrutiny. Representational pic
Malvani Police in Mumbai have registered a first information report (FIR) against two individuals for allegedly posting derogatory remarks about Prophet Muhammad and using abusive language targeting the Muslim community on Instagram.
According to police sources, the complaint was filed a few days ago by social activist Muhammad Jameel Merchant, who alleged that the accused, along with more than a dozen other social media accounts, were circulating provocative content and attempting to incite communal tension online.
Merchant stated that while browsing Instagram, he came across reels and posts allegedly uploaded by the accounts containing remarks insulting Prophet Muhammad, the Muslim community, and the Supreme Court. He claimed the posts were inflammatory and aimed at provoking religious sentiments.
"Based on the complaint, Malvani Police have registered an FIR under sections 196, 352, and 66(A) of BNS (Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita)," said an officer from Malvani Police Station.
Police are investigating the online networks linked to the two accounts, with further action expected in the coming days. Officers have also said more accounts allegedly involved in circulating hate content are under scrutiny.
Further investigation is underway.
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