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Social media posts critical of PM under scrutiny as Delhi Police seeks X user details
['Warda Zain']
Mathrubhumi English
Delhi Police has sought removal of alleged defamatory posts and account details from X during the CJP protests, triggering debate over online criticism, freedom of speech and government accountability.
New Delhi: Delhi Police has approached social media platform X (formerly Twitter) over posts allegedly targeting constitutional authorities during the recently concluded Cockroach Janata Party (CJP)-led protests.
In its communication, the police requested X to remove the alleged posts and videos immediately and sought details of the accounts from which the content was uploaded.
The party alleged that treating online criticism as a criminal matter could create a "chilling message" for free expression.
At the same time, critics warn that expansive action against online speech can discourage citizens from questioning those in power.