Police books six persons in Budgam for “glorifying terrorism” on social media

STC NEWS DESK
SRINAGAR, MARCH 07 (STC): Six persons have been booked for “glorifying terrorism” on social media in central Kashmir’s Budgam district.
In a statement, a police spokesman said they have taken firm action to prevent the misuse of social media platforms in Budgam.
“Six individuals have been booked for creating fake accounts and sharing content glorifying terrorism that could potentially disturb public peace and incite disruptive activities,” he said.
The spokesman said those booked have been identified as Hilal Ahmad Dar, resident of Sholipora, Owais Ahmad Khan resident of Soibugh Daharmuna, Suhail Ahmad Sheikh resident of Batpora, Umar Shafi Sofi resident of Ompora, Mohammad Amir Khan resident of Ichkoot and Shahid Mir resident of Sheikhpora Chatterhama, Budgam.
These individuals were found using fake social media accounts to propagate misleading and unlawful content. Legal action has been initiated against them as per the preventive detention laws, reads the police statement.
J&K Police strongly urges all social media users to act responsibly and refrain from posting or sharing illegal, misleading, or disruptive content.(STC)