A complaint has reportedly been submitted to Delhi Police against YouTuber Dhruv Rathee over remarks allegedly made during an interview concerning the government and the country’s security forces.
What does the complaint allege?
Media reports published on October 16 said Delhi-based lawyer Vivek Garg approached senior Delhi Police officials and a local police station, seeking registration of a First Information Report (FIR) and an investigation into the remarks.
The complaint reportedly alleges that the statements could encourage members of the Indian Army and police to act against the government. The complainant has asked authorities to examine the statements and determine whether any applicable law has been violated.
The allegations have not been proven
These are allegations made by the complainant, not established findings. Whether the remarks amount to a criminal offence depends on the full context of the statements, the applicable law and the findings of any investigation.
Has an FIR been registered?
As of reports published on October 16, an FIR arising from this complaint had not been confirmed. Filing a complaint does not, by itself, establish that an offence occurred or that the person named is guilty.
What happens next?
Delhi Police would need to assess the complaint and decide what action, if any, is warranted under the law. The statements should be considered in their full context, and any further development should be reported after confirmation from official or reliable sources.
Editorial note: This report describes allegations made in a complaint and does not present them as established facts.
