SRINAGAR: Srinagar police has initiated legal proceedings against individuals making ‘derogatory sectarian remarks’ on social media, with ‘offenders’ being questioned and warned of strict action under the law.
“Srinagar police has taken cognisance of derogatory sectarian remarks made by certain individuals, who are currently being questioned at the police station. Appropriate legal action will be taken in accordance with the law,” a police spokesperson said in a statement to Kashmir Dot Com.
“Over the past few months, it has been observed that some individuals with malicious intentions have been engaging in sectarian slander on social media, attempting to create division.”
“Legal action, following due process, will be taken against all offenders, and anyone sharing or forwarding such derogatory content against any sect will face strict action under the full force of the law,” the statement added. (KDC)
