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Kolkata Student Arrested for Instagram Death Threats Against Mamata Banerjee Amid RG Kar Case

Aug 19, 2024, 07:25 AM

A 23-year-old college student in Kolkata has been arrested for allegedly posting provocative and offensive comments on Instagram against West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. The student is accused of making death threats and revealing the identity of a trainee doctor who was raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. The arrest has sparked controversy, with West Bengal Minister Udayan Guha warning that the state government will identify and take action against those abusing the Chief Minister on social media. Additionally, the Kolkata Police have issued notices to SFI-DYFI leaders and doctors for allegedly spreading misinformation. The student has been sent to custody for 14 days. The incident has raised questions about freedom of expression and the limits of social media commentary.