Srinagar, May 24: Police in central Kashmir’s Budgam on Sunday warned people against sharing the identity of a minor girl linked to a recent death case in Galwanpora, saying strict legal action would be taken against violators.
In a statement, police said some individuals were circulating photographs and other identifying details of the minor on social media platforms, which was unlawful and could lead to misinformation, public unrest and disturbance to communal harmony.
The police urged the public and media organisations not to post or circulate the victim’s name, photographs or any other identifying information, and also advised against sharing rumours or unverified content related to the case.
“Disclosure of the identity of a minor victim is prohibited under law,” the statement said.
Police said anyone found involved in sharing such prohibited content on social media would face action under relevant legal provisions.
An FIR, numbered 139/2026, has been registered at Police Station Budgam under Sections 137(1) and 103 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), and investigation is underway under the supervision of the Deputy Superintendent of Police Headquarters Budgam.
Police said social media activity linked to the case was being closely monitored and reiterated their commitment to a fair and thorough investigation.
They also appealed to the public to cooperate with the investigation and avoid sharing or believing unverified information online.(KNS).
