Chandigarh, June 21 -- In the aftermath of the shocking murder of popular influencer Kanchan Kumari alias Kamal Kaur 'Bhabhi', the Punjab Police has launched a major crackdown on controversial social media content, marking a decisive shift in the state's approach to digital policing. The move comes amid a rise in targeted attacks and threats against influencers, often by radical or extremist elements, sparking fears over freedom of expression and safety in the digital space.

The state cyber cell has flagged over 100 objectionable or inflammatory posts, initiating takedown requests with platforms like Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and X (formerly Twitter). These include provocative videos, incendiary comments, and obscene material deemed to...