Garments Trader Arrested for Remarks Against Chief Minister
Farhan, a garments trader in Safdarganj, was arrested for making offensive comments about UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The incident went viral on social media, prompting police action under various legal sections. Farhan now faces judicial custody following the video's authenticity verification and case registration.
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A garments trader, identified as Farhan, was taken into custody on Monday after making offensive remarks about Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The incident, captured in a video that circulated on social media, triggered swift action from local law enforcement.
Farhan, who operates a ready-made clothing store in Safdarganj, was seen on his motorcycle delivering derogatory comments aimed at the Chief Minister. The video's circulation prompted authorities to verify its authenticity, leading to an official complaint being filed and Farhan's subsequent arrest.
Sub-inspector Santosh Dixit detailed that Farhan faces charges under several legal provisions, including those of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Information Technology Act. After being produced in court, he was remanded to judicial custody, marking a significant case of social media conduct intersecting with legal repercussions.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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