Guwahati, June 10 -- The Meghalaya government has taken strong action against certain media outlets, YouTubers, and even family members of the accused and victim, filing First Information Reports (FIRs) for allegedly orchestrating a "smear campaign" against the state.

This move comes in the wake of widespread negative reporting and social media discourse following the disappearance and subsequent murder of an Indore-based honeymooning couple.

Reports indicate that many painted Meghalaya as a 'hub of crime,' specifically labeling Sohra (Cherrapunji) as 'crime-prone hills.

Authorities also noted instances of incitement on social media, urging people to seek revenge against Meghalaya residents.

Meghalaya Cabinet Minister Paul Lyngdoh ann...