Rajasthan: Educator Detained Over Controversial Pahalgam Attack Post
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Synopsis
A school teacher in Rajasthan's Barmer district has been arrested for sharing an objectionable WhatsApp status related to the Pahalgam terror attack. The post drew ire for its disparaging remarks about the Indian Army and the media. The police have confirmed the arrest, and an inquiry by the Education Department is underway.
Key Takeaways
- A Rajasthan school teacher was arrested for a controversial post.
- The post criticized the Indian Army and media.
- The attack in Pahalgam resulted in 26 fatalities.
- Public outrage led to demands for action.
- The Education Department has launched an inquiry.
Jaipur, April 25 (NationPress) A government school educator in Rajasthan's Barmer district has been taken into custody for sharing a controversial WhatsApp status related to the recent Pahalgam terror attack. The status, which gained traction on social media, included derogatory comments about the Indian Army, the government, and the media, leading to public outrage. The educator, named Jaswant Dabhi, is employed at Deepaji Ki Dhani Primary School in the Payala Kalan Block of Gudamalani, Barmer.
Dabhi reportedly shared the status on April 24, merely two days after the tragic terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which resulted in the deaths of 26 individuals.
In his WhatsApp message, Dabhi listed the victims and remarked: "If they had been killed after asking their religion, then perhaps Syed Adil Hussain Shah would still be alive today, but the media in this country is occupied with spreading falsehoods. One thing is certain from this – similar to the Pulwama incident, this attack will also become a part of propaganda."
The post was met with widespread condemnation on social media, and screenshots circulated extensively. In response, the Barmer Police acted promptly, arresting Dabhi on April 25.
In a tweet, the police confirmed the detention, stating: "Teacher Jaswant Dabhi has been arrested."
Gudamalani Police Station Officer Devichand Dhaka confirmed that Dabhi is now under investigation.
Public anger led to calls for stringent measures, and the Education Department has initiated an inquiry.
Chief Block Education Officer (CBEO) Ishwar Jakhar remarked: "We have directed Panchayat Elementary Education Officer (PEEO) Karnaram to conduct an investigation and submit a report. The findings will be sent to higher authorities for further action."
Meanwhile, Barmer Superintendent of Police Narendra Singh Meena emphasized the importance of monitoring social media.
"In light of the Pahalgam terror attack, Jodhpur Range IG Vikas Kumar has instructed us to closely monitor social media platforms. Strict action will be taken against anyone attempting to disrupt communal harmony," Meena stated.
