A former Congress leader has been arrested for uploading content that allegedly targets a particular community and for using objectionable language. The accused has been identified as Yudhvir Singh Bains (54), a resident of Mandi district.
Complaint and Police Action
According to the police, they received a complaint that Bains had uploaded a video on his social media handle containing content that could allegedly cause a rift between different religious communities. The complainant also alleged that the video was being viewed by a large number of people and had the potential to disturb the law and order situation and communal harmony in the area.
Confirming the report, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Shimla, Gaurav Singh, said that during the preliminary inquiry, the police found that the accused regularly uploads videos on his social media account. The content was found to be offensive and could affect communal harmony and create tension among different communities.
Legal Proceedings
Acting upon the complaint, a case under sections 196, 299, and 353(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, was registered, and an investigation was initiated. The SSP stated, 'The accused was directed to join the investigation but refused to cooperate. Instead, he started recording videos of police personnel, thereby obstructing the investigation.'
The police then added section 221 of the BNS, 2023, due to his conduct. Based on the facts and investigation, the accused was arrested. The SSP further mentioned that the accused has multiple cases registered against him.
This arrest highlights the authorities' commitment to maintaining communal harmony and taking strict action against those who spread divisive content on social media platforms.
