DHUBRI: Two individuals in Dhubri have been apprehended by the authorities on suspicion of circulating videos on the social media platform Facebook that allegedly promoted hate speech and voiced support for Pakistan. The arrests come amidst growing apprehension regarding potential communal tensions stemming from such online activities.
The individuals taken into custody have been identified by police as Abubin Miraz Uddin Sheikh, a resident of Alomganj, and Arif Rahman, who hails from Puber Gaon village. Both fall under the jurisdiction of the Gauripur police station. Their detention occurred earlier today, Friday, following the surfacing of reports concerning provocative content shared through their respective Facebook accounts, which authorities fear could stir communal tension.
According to official sources, the controversial post is currently undergoing a thorough investigation by law enforcement. Consequently, Sheikh and Rahman may face legal consequences under relevant sections of the law on the promotion of enmity between different groups and the disruption of public peace.
In response to this incident, police have enhanced their efforts to monitor and identify digital content deemed potentially harmful to social harmony within the state. Law enforcement officials have issued a strong statement underscoring their commitment to taking decisive action against any attempts to exploit social media for the purpose of propagating hate or glorifying sentiments perceived as anti-national.
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