Kerala police arrests Umar Farooq for insulting 'Indian National Flag'
The man, Umar Farooq, who lives in Sirsi city, attached a picture of a green dome on the Indian flag and hoisted it on his house terrace.
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In a shocking development, the Karnataka police has arrested a man named Umar Farooq, from Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka for hoisting a distorted version of the Indian flag atop his house. This incident came to light when the video of the incident went viral on social media.
The man, Umar Farooq, who lives in Sirsi city, attached a picture of a green dome on the Indian flag and hoisted it on his house terrace. The dome picture was placed at the centre, fully covering the Ashok Chakra.
The local law enforcement authorities swiftly took action in response to this incident. A case was registered against Umar Farooq under IPC Section 2, which pertains to "Insult to the Indian National Flag." This legal action underscores the seriousness with which the Indian government and society view any attempt to disrespect or deface the national flag, a symbol of the nation's identity and pride.
The Superintendent of Police for Uttara Kannada stated that an FIR (First Information Report) had been lodged, and Farooq was promptly arrested. It is essential to uphold the dignity and sanctity of national symbols, and this incident serves as a reminder of the legal consequences that can result from their misuse or desecration. An investigation into the matter is currently underway to understand the motivations behind this act and any potential implications it may have.
