The Ludhiana police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) against social media influencer couple Ranjit Kaur and her husband Jinda Hans following a complaint lodged by Nihang Manpreet Singh Khalsa, the head of the outfit Pakhand Bhajao Punjab Bachao. The FIR was filed at the Moti Nagar police station under Sections 67 and 67(A) of the Information Technology Act, which deal with publishing or transmitting obscene material in electronic form.
Allegations of Obscene Content
Nihang Manpreet Singh Khalsa alleged that the couple uploaded obscene content on social media platforms, which negatively impacted societal values. Specifically, he claimed that Kaur appeared in indecent clothing in her videos, while her husband posted clips wearing women's attire. The Nihangs issued a warning to the couple, demanding they either create “decent” videos or stay off social media entirely.
Couple's Response
Reacting to the FIR, Ranjit Kaur denied any wrongdoing. She stated that the Nihangs had exaggerated the issue and had been threatening them for a long time. According to Kaur, the allegations are baseless and part of a sustained campaign of harassment against them.
Police Statement
Police Commissioner Swapan Sharma confirmed that legal proceedings would be carried out strictly on merit. He assured that the investigation would be thorough and based solely on the evidence presented.
Legal Context
Sections 67 and 67(A) of the Information Technology Act, 2000, prescribe penalties for publishing or transmitting obscene material and sexually explicit material, respectively. Offenses under these sections can lead to imprisonment and fines. The case highlights the growing scrutiny of social media content in India, particularly regarding obscenity and its impact on society.
