- The Delhi Police has filed an FIR regarding abusive social media posts against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and asked X (formerly Twitter) to provide details of the account that published the content.
- The FIR was filed over a complaint that derogatory, malicious and defamatory content is being circulated on social media platform targeting constitutional heads.
- The Delhi Police has asked X to delete the alleged posts and videos from the platform immediately.
- The police has sought the full details, such as full name, address, contact details and email ID of the owner of the X accounts, from which the content was posted.
Delhi Police has taken action by filing an FIR concerning abusive posts directed at Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The police have requested X (formerly Twitter) to provide comprehensive details about the accounts responsible for the derogatory content.
The FIR was initiated following a complaint that stated, “derogatory, malicious and defamatory content is being circulated on social media platform targeting constitutional heads.” This highlights the ongoing concern regarding the spread of harmful content online.
In addition to the FIR, the Delhi Police has demanded that X delete the alleged posts and videos immediately. They have also requested the full details of the account owners, including their full name, address, contact details, and email ID, to facilitate further investigation into the matter.
This incident underscores the increasing scrutiny of social media platforms in managing content that could undermine public figures and institutions, reflecting a broader trend of accountability in the digital space.
“The FIR was filed over a complaint regarding 'derogatory, malicious and defamatory content' targeting constitutional heads. Additionally, the Delhi Police has requested X to delete the alleged posts and videos immediately and has sought the full details of the account owners responsible for the content.”
The Indian Express
