An FIR has been registered against Sanjay Kumar, a psephologist and co-director of Lokniti-CSDS, following a contentious social media post concerning the Maharashtra elections. Police in Nagpur and Nashik have initiated the legal action. The FIR implicates several sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita, encompassing provisions related to disseminating false information and potential election-related infractions. Authorities are assessing the charges’ severity before determining the next steps in the investigation, which may involve summoning Kumar for questioning. District Election Officers from both Nagpur and Nashik confirmed the FIRs, citing misleading information about voters in specific constituencies posted by Kumar on X. Citizens are advised to consult the Election Commission of India (ECI) website for verified information.
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