Delhi Police Files FIR Against Arvind Kejriwal and AAP Leaders
Delhi Police register FIR against Arvind Kejriwal and AAP leaders following allegations of disruption at Gurdwara Bangla Sahib and misleading videos.
The Delhi Police have officially registered a First Information Report (FIR) against Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal, along with several party MLAs and senior leaders. The legal action follows a formal complaint lodged by the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC) regarding an incident at the historic Gurdwara Bangla Sahib.
Allegations of Disruption and Misleading Content
The core of the complaint revolves around an alleged disruption of the sanctity of the Gurdwara Bangla Sahib shrine during a protest. According to the DSGMC, the protesters did not only interfere with the peace of the premises but also engaged in the digital circulation of selective and misleading video clips on social media platforms.
The police have confirmed that they are treating the matter with high priority. "An FIR has been registered based on a complaint received from the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee. The complainant has alleged disruption on the gurdwara premises and the circulation of misleading content online," a Delhi Police spokesperson stated.
Technical Probe Underway
To unravel the details of the incident and identify those responsible, the authorities are employing a technical approach. The investigation currently includes:
- CCTV Analysis: Reviewing all available footage from the Gurdwara premises to identify participants.
- Social Media Scrutiny: Examining the specific posts and clips that were allegedly circulated to spread misinformation.
- Technical Examination: Using digital forensics to track the origin and organizers of the misleading content.
Civil Society Demands Action
The controversy has also drawn attention from civil society organizations. The Citizens for Fraternity Forum (CFF) has formally written to the Delhi Police, expressing deep concern over the alleged disruption near the holy site. The forum has urged the authorities to not only investigate the matter but to also communicate their findings and any corrective measures taken to the public.
In a significant escalation, the CFF has also dispatched letters regarding this incident to high-ranking officials, including:
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi
- Union Home Minister Amit Shah
- Harjit Singh Grewal, Chairperson of the National Commission for Minorities
As the police continue their investigation, the political landscape in Delhi is expected to react to the charges brought against the top leadership of the ruling party.