89 arrested in Jharkhand for posting hate-content on social media, rumour-mongering

According to official sources, Jharkhand police have arrested 89 persons across the state for posting hate-content on social media. Dhanbad, Palamau and Garhwa recorded the highest number of arrests with eight persons in each district.

Ranchi: The police have arrested 89 persons across Jharkhand for posting hate-content on social media and rumour-mongering till Friday, according to official sources.

Dhanbad, Palamau and Garhwa recorded the highest number of arrests with eight persons in each district, according to the police headquarters records.

The police have warned people against fake news, misinformation and posting hate contents on social media, specifying the quantum of punishment under different sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).

PTI Report