Srinagar Police Deny Quran Desecration Reports

IQNA – In an effort to prevent communal unrest, police in Srinagar, Indian-Administered Kashmir, publicly refuted social media rumors claiming that copies of the Holy Quran had been damaged or desecrated in parts of the city.

The police said Monday that no such incident has taken place on ground, and the claims being circulated are completely baseless and unverified.

The circulation and amplification of such false narratives, rumors, and unverified content can create unnecessary panic, disturb public order, and adversely affect communal harmony, a police statement said.

All media organizations, social media users, and members of the general public are advised to act responsibly and refrain from sharing or forwarding any unverified information/content on electronic or social media platforms, it added.

It is further reiterated that strict legal action shall be initiated against any individual or entity found involved in spreading misinformation, fake news, or rumors under relevant provisions of law, it stated.

Srinagar Police appealed to the public to cooperate with the authorities and contribute towards maintaining peace, public order, and communal harmony in the district.

Source: kashmirpen.in