Security personnel conduct random search operations as a security measure after the recent Pahalgam terror attack, in Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir, on Tuesday. Photo: PTI
Pahalgam terror attack: TN man booked for posting false information on FB
In his post related to the Pahalgam incident, Murugan wondered why no action was taken to prevent the bloodbath, though there was prior intelligence
A case has been registered by Tamil Nadu Police against an alleged Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) party supporter, alleging that he posted false information on Facebook regarding the terror attack in Kashmir's Pahalgam.
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Murugan Kannan, a political activist from Melakkarai area of Thatchanallur in Tirunelveli district and a supporter of VCK, posted several comments on his Facebook page related to the terror attack and the subsequent Operation Sindoor directed at Pakistan.
VCK denies links
When The Federal contacted senior leaders of VCK, they insisted that Murugan was not a party member and had never held any position in the party.
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In his post related to the April 22 Pahalgam incident, which led to the death of 26 tourists by Pakistani terrorists, Murugan wondered why no action was taken to prevent the bloodbath, though there was prior intelligence.
According to a complaint filed by the assistant inspector of Thatchanallur, many of his posts contained false information that allegedly incited religious tensions and acted against the sovereignty of India.
Police case filed
Based on this complaint, the police have registered a case against Murugan under two sections: acting against Indian sovereignty and spreading false information.
The police say they are monitoring all social media posts related to Indian Army operations and the India–Pakistan conflict.