BJP leader among trio charged for spreading false propaganda against Banna Gupta
Key Points:
• Case filed against three for fake FIR targeting Minister Banna Gupta
• BJP leader, journalist, and former IMA official accused
• Fake document alleged minister’s involvement in immoral act
JAMSHEDPUR – Local authorities are investigating a case of alleged defamation through a fabricated FIR targeting Minister Banna Gupta, with three individuals facing charges.
A complaint has been lodged at Kadma police station regarding the circulation of a counterfeit First Information Report (FIR).
The document in question falsely implicated Minister Banna Gupta in an inappropriate incident with a female party worker.
Santosh Singh, a close associate of the minister, filed the complaint against the accused.
The trio allegedly involved includes BJP leader Vikas Singh, journalist Anand Kumar, and Dr. Mrityunjay Singh, formerly of the Indian Medical Association.
According to sources, the fake FIR bore the seal of the Ranchi City SP office, lending it an air of authenticity.
However, the Ranchi City SP has categorically denied the existence of any such official document.
The fabricated report quickly spread across social media platforms, causing significant controversy.
Authorities are treating the matter seriously, viewing it as a deliberate attempt to tarnish the minister’s reputation.
Meanwhile, Kadma police have refrained from making public statements about the ongoing investigation.
The incident has sparked heated discussions in political circles throughout Jamshedpur.
On the other hand, supporters of Minister Gupta have condemned the act as a malicious political strategy.
Law enforcement officials are meticulously examining the evidence to determine the full extent of the alleged offense.
As the investigation unfolds, the community awaits further developments in this high-profile case.
