Anantnag, Feb 2, KNT: The District Police Anantnag on Monday said that it has initiated legal action against objectionable and provocative content circulating on social media, which had triggered public concern and speculation.
In an official statement issued, Anantnag Police said that certain videos and posts being widely shared online had come to its notice. The police clarified that appropriate legal action has already been taken against derogatory remarks made against Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) by a woman on social media.
According to the statement, a case FIR No. 14/2026 under relevant provisions of law has been registered at Police Station Mattan, and the matter is presently under active investigation.
The police further said that action has also been initiated against several social media users who allegedly attempted to incite unrest and threaten public tranquillity through online platforms. Officials confirmed that one such accused has already been arrested in connection with the case.
Anantnag Police advised the general public to refrain from indulging in speculation and warned against sharing unverified, provocative, or inflammatory content on social media, stating that circulation of such material may attract strict legal consequences.
The statement added that the situation is being closely monitored and that police will act stringently against any attempt to disturb communal harmony or public order. [KNT]
