A formal police complaint has ignited action against an alleged defamatory Facebook post insulting BSP supremo Mayawati. Lucknow’s Krishna Nagar police filed an FIR against ‘Shreya Yadav’ based on Cantt Assembly chief Gangaram Verma’s report, marking a serious escalation in the saga.
The controversy brewed during a routine BSP strategy session on February 9 at 4 PM in Damodar Nagar, hosted by assembly coordinator Devesh Kumar Gautam. Verma, browsing social media, encountered the post laden with objectionable content. He labeled it ‘utterly disgraceful,’ claiming it hurt collective sentiments.
In his detailed missive to the station house officer, Verma called for urgent FIR and stringent penalties. Officers complied promptly on February 10, incorporating the post’s screenshot. The probe now scrutinizes the ID’s legitimacy and posting context.
This episode reflects broader challenges in policing virtual hate amid India’s polarized politics. Mayawati, revered for championing marginalized voices, remains unfazed, with party loyalists gearing up for legal battle. Officials stress commitment to impartial investigation.
As digital platforms amplify voices, incidents like this test enforcement mechanisms. Outcomes could influence future cybercrime handling, especially against influential leaders. BSP positions this as a stand against toxicity, rallying supporters for unwavering solidarity.