Woman Arrested in Surat for Posting Offensive Video Featuring Gandhis Image
A 47-year-old woman was arrested in Surat for posting an offensive video on Instagram using Gandhis image, sparking legal action.
Surat, October 4 (Daily Kiran) : The Surat Cyber Crime Branch has arrested a 47-year-old woman with approximately one million Instagram followers for allegedly posting an offensive video featuring Mahatma Gandhi’s image. The accused, identified as Simran Patel, is a homemaker residing in the Surat area of Adajan. She reportedly posted the video on October 1, between 1 PM and 6 PM.
According to the Cyber Crime Branch, the video misrepresented Gandhi’s image on a ₹500 note, combining it with inappropriate and derogatory statements and gestures, including sexual innuendos. The video was publicly shared on Instagram, making it accessible to other users. Following a complaint from a citizen, authorities registered a case under Section 67 of the Information Technology (Amendment) Act, 2008.
The investigation was conducted under the guidance of Police Commissioner Wabang Jamir, Additional Police Commissioner (Crime) Dr. Karanraj Waghela, and Deputy Commissioner (Cyber Cell) Bishakha Jain. Police Inspector N.R. Patel and his team utilized technical methods to identify the individual responsible for the account and video.
The investigation led to Patel’s apprehension, and legal proceedings have commenced against her. The Cyber Crime Branch has urged the public to verify the authenticity of any posts or reels before sharing, especially those that could incite social tension.
Authorities have also advised individuals to report any fake or offensive content seen on social media to the nearest police station. They warned that creating or sharing obscene, offensive, or derogatory material related to national figures, religious symbols, or social icons could result in legal consequences. The Cyber Crime Branch cautioned social media users against violating laws in pursuit of followers or likes and encouraged reporting of inappropriate content to the police.
This incident highlights the increasing scrutiny by law enforcement over the spread of offensive and illegal material on social media platforms.
