**Dietitian Faces Backlash for Controversial Social Media Posts in Mangaluru**
A dietitian at Highland Hospital in Mangaluru, Karnataka, has come under fire for allegedly posting anti-religious and anti-national remarks on the social media platform X. The individual, identified as Afifa Fatima, reportedly made inflammatory statements, including “help stinky Hindus are behind me” and “am I an Indian – yes, do I hate India – yes.” These comments have ignited significant outrage among the public and social media users alike.
In light of the backlash, Highland Hospital terminated Afifa Fatima’s employment. Additionally, a formal complaint was lodged against her by the hospital’s HR officer, Mohammad Aslam, at the Pandeshwar Police Station. Following this complaint, the Mangaluru police registered a First Information Report (FIR) against Fatima under Sections 196(1)(a) and 353(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). These sections address the promotion of enmity between different groups based on religion, race, and other factors, as well as statements that could lead to public mischief.
This incident comes just days after another case in Mangaluru, where a Facebook user named ‘Nichchu Mangaluru’ was reported for allegedly justifying a terrorist attack that occurred on April 22 in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The Konaje Police Station filed an FIR based on a complaint from Satish Kumar, a resident of the Ullal area, which included screenshots of the provocative post.
The police have indicated that the language used in Fatima’s post was inflammatory and aimed at disturbing public peace, further emphasizing the need for responsible social media use.
As this situation unfolds, it raises important questions about the impact of social media on public discourse and the responsibilities of individuals in maintaining communal harmony.
**FAQ**
**What actions were taken against the dietitian for her social media posts?**
The dietitian was terminated from her position at Highland Hospital, and a formal complaint was filed against her, leading to the registration of an FIR by the police.
