Who is Ruchika Singh? Noida woman in soup over 'abusive' remarks against PM Modi
A Zero FIR has been filed against a Noida resident for allegedly using abusive language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a protest. The case will be transferred to Delhi Police for investigation under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
Why it matters
The case highlights the ongoing legal debates surrounding free speech, defamation, and the protection of constitutional offices in India.
NEW DELHI: A Zero FIR has been registered against Noida resident Ruchika Singh for allegedly using abusive language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a protest at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi on July 23.The FIR was lodged at the Expressway police station in Noida on the complaint of a Ghaziabad resident. Police said the case has been registered under Sections 352 (intentional insult to provoke breach of peace), 353(1) (statements conducing to public mischief) and 356(1) (defamation) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). As the alleged incident took place in Delhi, the Zero FIR will be transferred to the Delhi Police for further investigation.Who is Ruchika Singh?According to information gathered from her social media accounts and conversations with people familiar with her, Ruchika Singh works at a salon and owns a house in Noida.
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