Budgam Police Register FIR Over Circulation of Content Promoting Enmity Between Religious Groups

Bilal Habib

Budgam, June 15: Budgam Police has registered FIR No. 163/2026 at Police Station Budgam under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) against individuals involved in creating and circulating content on social media that can outrage religious feelings and can promote enmity and hatred between religious groups particularly in view of the forthcoming holy month of Muharram.

Acting on credible inputs regarding the dissemination of provocative videos and misinformation aimed at promoting hatred and division among communities, Budgam Police has initiated an investigation to identify all those responsible and take appropriate legal action in accordance with law.

Budgam Police appeals to the public to exercise restraint while using social media and refrain from creating, sharing, or forwarding any content that may incite hatred, hurt religious sentiments, or disturb public order. Any person found involved in such activities shall be dealt with strictly as per law.

Budgam Police remains committed to maintaining peace, communal harmony, and public order across the district.