A viral video featuring Nagina MP Chandrashekhar is stirring controversy. The MP's representative stated that the drink shown in the video was green tea, not alcohol. Dhampur police have registered a case against an unknown person.
UP: A video featuring Chandrashekhar, the Member of Parliament from Uttar Pradesh's Nagina Lok Sabha constituency, has sparked controversy after going viral on social media. The viral video shows the MP drinking from a glass, accompanied by claims that he was consuming alcohol. This video was posted from Dr. Rohini Ghavri's Instagram ID. Following its virality and allegations of tarnishing the MP's image, his representative filed a case against an unknown individual at Dhampur Kotwali.
Allegations Made in the Video
In the video, Rohini Ghavri accused the MP of deceiving her and harassing her on a personal level. The video depicted Chandrashekhar drinking a light yellow liquid from a glass, which was misrepresented in the viral post and claimed to be alcohol. This video was rapidly shared on social media, escalating the controversy.
MP's Representative's Statement
Vivek Sen, the representative of MP Chandrashekhar and a resident of Dhampur, filed a complaint at Dhampur Kotwali following the viral video. He clarified that the drink shown in the video was actually green tea, not alcohol. The representative alleged that the video was a deliberate attempt to tarnish the MP's image. He also requested the police to have the video removed from social media and to block Rohini Ghavri's ID.
Police Register Case
Based on Vivek Sen's complaint, Dhampur Kotwali police registered a case against an unknown person. The case has been filed under Section 66-E of the Information Technology Act 2008, and for defamation and mental harassment. Police stated that the case pertains to harming someone's reputation on the internet and social media.
Rohini Ghavri's Political Association
According to information, Rohini Ghavri was previously politically active with MP Chandrashekhar and claimed a friendship with him before the Lok Sabha elections. However, she distanced herself politically some time before the elections and is currently completing her studies abroad. For some time now, several videos have been created and shared from Rohini Ghavri's ID, leveling allegations against Chandrashekhar.
Impact of the Controversy on Social Media
The viral video quickly garnered attention on social media and was shared across multiple platforms. Due to the false claims and allegations in the video, the MP's public image was affected. Experts believe that such videos on social media have an immediate impact and can damage individuals' reputations. The MP's representative also stated that the video's purpose is to defame the MP and should be removed through legal action.
Previous Incident
Videos against MP Chandrashekhar have been circulated on social media before. In that instance too, the MP had filed a defamation suit, which is currently pending in court. Representative Vivek Sen stated that the purpose of the viral video is to tarnish the MP's image, and legal action is being taken this time as well.
