The Delhi High Court has asked the Centre and Delhi Police to take appropriate action against journalist Rana Ayyub over alleged derogatory and communal tweets related to Hindu deities and Vinayak Damodar Savarkar. The court was hearing a plea that claimed the tweets hurt religious sentiments and promoted communal disharmony.

During the hearing, the bench noted the seriousness of the allegations and directed authorities to examine the matter. It asked both the central government and the police to decide on the necessary steps in accordance with the law. The plea argued that the content shared on social media was offensive and could disturb public harmony.

The petition also highlighted that such statements, when made on public platforms, have a wider impact and must be addressed promptly. The court emphasised that authorities should not delay action if any violation of the law is found. It further stressed the need to maintain communal peace and ensure that social media is not misused to spread offensive content.

Representatives for the authorities informed the court about the current status of the case and the steps being considered. The court then recorded these submissions and reiterated that due process must be followed while handling the issue.

The matter remains under consideration, and further developments will depend on the response of the concerned authorities. The court’s direction signals a strict stance on content that may hurt religious sentiments or disrupt social harmony.