Jammu and Kashmir Police have warned of action under law against those who ‘misuse’ mobile phone SMS and internet messages intended to stoke communal tension.
“Misuse of mobile phone SMS and Internet messaging service to spread malicious rumours with an intention to stoke communal tension and violent activity constitutes commission of offences under the various provisions of Unlawful Activities (Prev) Act, the Information Technology Act and Ranbir Penal Code” said a police spokesman adding “anyone who forwards such messages (including audio, photos or videos) to other individuals or groups shall be liable for legal action under law.”
The warning comes close on the heels of lifting of ban on internet that was enforced in the state on the eve of Eid and lifted this morning.
