Double Standards? Mumbai Police Arrests Ameya Pradhan for Tweet on Ambedkar, while Nikhil Wagle Roams Free After Criticizing Indian PM"
For unreserved, journalist Nikhil Wagle, just hour"s after Prime Minister Narendra Modi led government announced the highest civilian award of the nation, Bharat Ratna for Lal Krishna Advani, has recently criticised the government for this decision
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Mumbai Police has recently arrested Ameya Pradhan for posting some tweets questioning the nature of Ambedkar's contribution in Indian Independence, that have “hurt communal sentiments” of his followers. As per reports, Nashik cyber police arrested on the night of 9th February without notice under the SC/ST Act. The complaint was filed by another X user named Hemant Tayade at a Nashik police station.
However, this incident has reignited discussions on the definition of freedom of expression.
While Pradhan's tweets may have offended some leading to his arrest, however individuals like journalist Nikhil Wagle have seemingly escaped similar consequences despite making controversial remarks on PM Modi. For unreserved, journalist Nikhil Wagle, just hour's after Prime Minister Narendra Modi led government announced the highest civilian award of the nation, Bharat Ratna for Lal Krishna Advani, has recently criticised the government for this decision. It should be noted that Nikhil Wagle who is notorious for uttering controversial things regarding various issues
What were the tweets?
PHOTOS OF AMEYA's
Stand completely behind our Nationalist warrior @AparBharat
— Flt Lt Anoop Verma (Retd.) 🇮🇳 (@FltLtAnoopVerma) February 10, 2024
He is arrested cos of these tweets
I condemn misuse of certain acts & hope Maharashtra administration will do the needful immediately on urgent basis
Every second of him behind bars is dark reality of our law system pic.twitter.com/SREpskKZPi
TWEET WAGLE's Tweet
The Pune police have registered a police complaint against the Wagle.
Following whic, BJP’s Sunil Deodhar filed the complaint at Vishrambag police station, Wagle. The police booked them under sections 153 A (promoting enmity between different groups), 500 (punishment for defamation) and 505 (statements conducing to public mischief of the Indian Penal Code).However, despite the complaint, no action has been taken against Wagle as of now.
भारतरत्न, आडवाणी व मोदी यांचा अपमान करणाऱ्या @waglenikhil यांच्या ट्वीट विरुद्ध मी दाखल केलेल्या तक्रारी नुसार @PuneCityPolice ने १५३-अ अंतर्गत गुन्हा दाखल केला आहे.
— सुनील विश्वनाथ देवधर (@Sunil_DeodharMH) February 9, 2024
कायदा सुव्यवस्थेचा प्रश्न लक्षात घेऊन आज पुण्यात होऊ घातलेल्या #वागळे यांच्या रॅली ला पोलिसांनी परवानगी नाकारावी. pic.twitter.com/zfQJnzbUgx
Why different treatment?
In a democratic society, freedom of expression is a fundamental right essential for the functioning of a vibrant public discourse. However, this freedom comes with responsibilities, including the obligation to respect the sentiments of others and uphold social harmony. While individuals have the right to express their opinions, they must do so in a manner that promotes constructive dialogue rather than inciting hatred or division.
The situation underscores the complex dynamics of freedom of expression in India, where individuals like Wagle find themselves defending their right to critique government decisions while others face legal repercussions for their statements. The selective enforcement of laws further exacerbates these concerns, raising questions about the consistency and impartiality of law enforcement.As the debate continues, questions arise regarding where the line should be drawn between exercising free speech and preventing the spread of divisive or offensive rhetoric.