Sourav Ganguly makes police complaint over defamatory posts on social media
Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has filed a police complaint regarding a Facebook fan page that he alleges is spreading defamatory and misleading content. Ganguly is seeking legal action to identify the operators and prevent further damage to his reputation.
Why it matters
The case highlights the growing issue of impersonation and defamation on social media platforms involving high-profile public figures.
Former India cricket captain and ex-BCCI president Sourav Ganguly on Monday (June 15, 2026) complained to the police, alleging that a Facebook page with millions of followers had been circulating defamatory and misleading content aimed at damaging his reputation.
The article reports the complaint neutrally, citing the claims made by the subject without validating or refuting them.
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