Tamil Nadu BJP IT wing, along with other office bearers, has lodged a formal complaint with the Commissioner’s office, decrying the vitriolic and offensive nature of online posts made by various Dravidianists. Karthik Gopinath, the State Vice President of the Social Media Cell, addressed the press to provide details of the complaint.
Karthik Gopinath highlighted a particularly offensive tweet by a handle named “Valaipechu Bismi.” The tweet featured a morphed image of Prime Minister Narendra Modi with the caption “Go Back Modi,” alongside another image depicting a pig in a saffron robe in a meditative pose. Karthik Gopinath asserted, “These posts are not just disrespectful to the Prime Minister but also deeply hurt the religious sentiments of Hindus. Despite the severity of these actions, no measures have been taken against the perpetrators.”
He called for stringent actions, expressing concern over the lack of response from law enforcement. “A large group of individuals who criticize PM Modi derogatively is roaming free. We are open to constructive criticism, but these are deliberate attempts to degrade the Prime Minister and cause harm. The Tamil Nadu government has been swift in arresting BJP supporters for their tweets, even if they are critical of the state leadership and belongs to other states like Gujarat, Delhi. We welcome the enforcement of law, but it should be impartial and not biased.”
Karthik Gopinath criticized the state police for their inaction, questioning whether Tamil Nadu is shifting from a welfare state to a police state. “We have submitted complaints at the Commissioner’s office, hoping for appropriate action. If such vile behavior is allowed to persist, it sets a dangerous precedent for future generations, normalizing disrespectful discourse in public spaces.”
He revealed that despite filing complaints in 66 different locations, no FIR has been registered. “We have provided detailed explanations, yet the police fail to file FIRs. This raises serious concerns about political interference hampering the neutrality and efficacy of the police force. Officers attempting to perform their duties impartially face the threat of transfers.”
Karthik Gopinath accused the state of displaying a clear bias. “BJP supporters are being arrested in the dead of night, yet there is no action against those who post derogatory content against PM Modi. This inconsistency in law enforcement is unacceptable.”
He concluded by emphasizing that freedom of expression is not absolute. “Freedom of expression must not infringe upon others’ rights or privacy. It comes with responsibilities and restrictions to prevent harm.”
Met the press after lodging a complaint with commissioners office and briefed them about the vile and vitriolic nature of the online posts of many d stocks in TN . Am sure that eventually these foul mouthed people will be taken to task one way or the other . Under the guidance of… pic.twitter.com/mJBc41RYrs
— karthik gopinath(மோடியின் குடும்பம் ) (@karthikgnath) May 31, 2024
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