Haveri Police Take Action Following Viral Social Media Post
Bengaluru, November 8, 2024 – An FIR has been registered against Tejasvi Surya, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament (MP) representing Bengaluru South, for allegedly spreading false information regarding the death of a farmer in Haveri district, Karnataka. The police have also named the editors of two Kannada online news portals in the case for their involvement in disseminating the controversial post.
Details of the Incident
The controversy arose after a post shared by Surya on social media claimed that a farmer from Haveri had passed away under suspicious circumstances. This post quickly gained traction, but it was later debunked as misinformation. Authorities are now investigating the origins and spread of the post, with the FIR citing charges related to the circulation of fake news.
Legal Action and Consequences
In addition to Surya, the editors of the two Kannada news websites have been booked for amplifying the misleading story. The legal action has raised concerns over the role of social media and news platforms in verifying the accuracy of sensitive information before publication.
Political Repercussions
The incident has sparked a political debate, with opposition leaders calling for strict accountability from public figures who use their platforms to influence public opinion. BJP leaders, however, have yet to comment on the FIR or Surya’s involvement.
This case highlights the increasing importance of media responsibility, particularly when it comes to spreading news about sensitive issues like the wellbeing of farmers in Karnataka.
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