What is the 'Special Criminals Distance Drive' in Jhunjhunu?

It's a police campaign to discourage public support and engagement with criminals on social media platforms.

Why did Jhunjhunu police target social media support for criminals?

They observed youth being attracted to reels glamorizing criminals, which indirectly promoted illegal activities.

What action will be taken against social media supporters of criminals in Jhunjhunu?

Police are identifying supporters and will take strict action, including registering cases against them.

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Cops Fight Criminal Glamour Online

23 Nov

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Summary

Police launched a campaign to deter social media support for criminals.
Over 1,000 people unfollowed a wanted criminal's account in four days.
Police are monitoring accounts and counseling youth to prevent crime.

The district police in Jhunjhunu have launched an innovative campaign, the 'Special Criminals Distance Drive,' to counteract the social media allure of criminals. This initiative targets the public's tendency to support wanted individuals and history-sheeters online, a trend that has shown immediate positive results. In a mere four days, more than a thousand people unfollowed the Instagram account of Mandeep alias Madiya, a known criminal, effectively silencing engagement on his posts.

The drive was conceived after observing how reels showcasing lavish lifestyles, dramatic court appearances, and flashy vehicles were attracting young people, indirectly promoting criminal activities. Police are actively monitoring social media, identifying supporters, and counseling minors and their parents. Constables and SHOs are tasked with continuous monitoring and public engagement to isolate criminals digitally.