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Crime
Karnataka Crime Branch Arrests Two Over Anti‑Siddaramaiah Social Media Videos
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 15 Oct 2026, 06:19 AM
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The Karnataka crime branch has detained two individuals for circulating videos on social media that targeted former chief minister Siddaramaiah, officials said.
The Karnataka crime branch announced the detention of two suspects who were alleged to have produced and shared videos on social media that targeted former chief minister Siddaramaiah. The videos, which were widely circulated online, prompted a swift response from law‑enforcement agencies concerned about potential defamation and public disorder.
According to officials, the investigation began after the videos attracted significant attention and complaints were filed. The crime branch traced the content back to the two individuals and apprehended them as part of a broader effort to curb the spread of inflammatory material on digital platforms.
The detained persons are currently in police custody, and further interrogation is underway to determine the extent of their involvement and any possible networks behind the content. No formal charges have been announced yet, and the case remains under investigation.
Authorities have reiterated that while freedom of expression is protected, content that incites hatred or maligns public figures will be dealt with under existing cyber and criminal laws. The incident underscores the growing scrutiny of online content in Karnataka.
The crime branch has not disclosed the identities of the detainees, citing procedural norms, and has asked the media to respect the ongoing investigation.
According to officials, the investigation began after the videos attracted significant attention and complaints were filed. The crime branch traced the content back to the two individuals and apprehended them as part of a broader effort to curb the spread of inflammatory material on digital platforms.
The detained persons are currently in police custody, and further interrogation is underway to determine the extent of their involvement and any possible networks behind the content. No formal charges have been announced yet, and the case remains under investigation.
Authorities have reiterated that while freedom of expression is protected, content that incites hatred or maligns public figures will be dealt with under existing cyber and criminal laws. The incident underscores the growing scrutiny of online content in Karnataka.
The crime branch has not disclosed the identities of the detainees, citing procedural norms, and has asked the media to respect the ongoing investigation.